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Gregory Thomas

IT
Suisun,CA
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
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Summary

I am a highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Parts Delivery Driver

AutoZone
Fairfield, CA
10.2023 - Current

I am responsible for delivering automotive parts to Commercial and private customers.

Other job ties include sales associate and shelf stock

  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Telecommunications Manager

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc
Hercules, CA
08.1998 - 10.2023
  • Greater than 20 year of experience in the IT field with a vast amount of experience and knowledge in operational and engineering infrastructure support in the following:
    ▪ Infrastructure Architecture, Engineering and Operations
    ▪ Strategic Planning & Vision
    ▪ Enterprise Project Management
    ▪ Problem Management
    ▪ Financial Planning, Budgeting & Cost Management
    ▪ Equipment/Software Life-Cycle Management
    ▪ Vendor Management
    ▪ IT Management
    ▪ Business Account Management
    ▪ Facilities Infrastructure Support
  • Kept service quality and customer relations in line with established standards to promote long-lasting relationships.
  • Checked work orders and communicated with prior shift to assess work needs for day.
  • Installation and maintain Inside Wiring infrastructure
  • Developed telecommunications disaster recovery plans to mitigate downtime.
  • Communicated with end-user to address device problems and implement technical or procedural solutions.
  • Worked overtime to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
  • Analyzed system performance, network capacity and security and capacity.
  • Supported end-users with network and device troubleshooting and diagnosis.
  • Planned, installed and maintained systems and performed repairs on malfunctioning systems.
  • Coordinated hardware and software installations.
  • Monitored and replenished telecommunications equipment inventory for facilities and networks.
  • Documented hardware and software installation procedures.

Telecommunications Technician

Contra Costa Phone Service
Concord, CA
02.1989 - 05.2005

■ Pre-wire voice and data for small businesses and Residential

■ Install small business phone systems like Atlas.

■ Service calls to support Move, Adds and Changes

Chemical Operator

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc
Richmond, CA
07.1990 - 08.1998
  • Operated various machinery and equipment, including forklifts to perform chemical drumming operations.
  • Adhered to safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals.
  • Interfaced with PLC control system to manage and monitor blending of raw materials into finished products.
  • Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
  • Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
  • Operated fork trucks safely and reported process upsets, chemical releases and security events to appropriate departments.
  • Identified issues promptly and immediately notified supervisor regarding potential project delays.
  • Observed gauges, recording instruments and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
  • Operated equipment to transfer chemicals to and from storage tanks.
  • Managed routine upkeep of equipment with basic repairs and lubrication of high-friction components.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Tow Truck Operator

John McHugh Towing
Concord, CA
02.1987 - 07.1990

■ Responded to AAA dispatch for roadside service

■ Recoveries from CHP

■ Worked on and maintained whreckers that was assigned to me

Education

High School Diploma -

College Park High School, Pleasant Hill, CA
06.1984

Certifications

  • Avaya Aura Administration
  • Meridian 1 Options 11-81c Installation LaPalma, Ca
  • Meridian 1 Feature Administration LaPalma, Ca

▪ First Aid, CPR and Hazmat Ricmond, Ca

Class

▪ Fluke Cable Networks and Troubleshooting Sacramento, CA

Certification

Skills

  • Project Coordination
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Service Implementation
  • Cost Control
  • Timely Project Completion
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Structured Cabling and Wiring
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Problem Resolution
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Excellent customer service

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Commercial Parts Delivery Driver - AutoZone
10.2023 - Current
Telecommunications Manager - Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc
08.1998 - 10.2023
Chemical Operator - Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc
07.1990 - 08.1998
Telecommunications Technician - Contra Costa Phone Service
02.1989 - 05.2005
Tow Truck Operator - John McHugh Towing
02.1987 - 07.1990
College Park High School - High School Diploma,
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