Jacob Kifer
Grove City
Summary
Knowledgeable Data Center Operations Technician with background in ensuring seamless operations and uptime for critical data infrastructure. Proven track record in managing hardware installations and troubleshooting complex system issues. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency using analytical and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Center Operations Technician
AWS
10.2023 - Current
- Contributed to disaster recovery efforts by executing established plans and procedures during critical events.
- Conducted training sessions for new team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the data center operations group.
- Manage projects and vendor scheduling for my building including PO placement and procedure creation.
- Monitor and respond to alarms as they come in.
- Streamlined data center operations by implementing efficient monitoring protocols and procedures.
Electrician
Watts Up Electric
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
Lead Data Technician
Crossbow Systems
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Manage a team of people to ensure correct instalation of networks in a timely manner
- Coordinate with other contractors on large comerical jobs to keep up to date with blueprint changes
- Pulling and running all forms of control and data wire/fiber
- Terminating patch panels in an efficient and organized method
- Managing material use and placing orders for what's needed before it runs out
Fiber Technician
Direct Line
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Pulled and tested fiber in a Data center environment
Low Voltage Technician
Wired Up
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Identified problematic components and wiring issues and applied troubleshooting techniques.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications ahead of time to fully understand all key details of job.
- Trained newly hired [Job Title]s on proper installation of low voltage wiring systems.
- Installed and serviced various security, fire alarm and closed circuit TV systems for both residential and business clientele.
- Mounted panels for motion detectors, keypads and controls.
- Ran tested and terminated cat 5/6 and a variety of control wires such as 18/2 18/4
- Mounted and setup access points for commercial buildings
Education
High School Diploma -
South Western Career Academy
Grove City Ohio05.2019
Skills
- Communications Expertise
- Safety Practices
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Structured Cabling
- Telecommunications Systems
- Fiber Testing
- Terminating Cables
- Cable Pulling
- Panel Building
- Closed Circuit TV Systems
Accomplishments
Took 1st in regional and 7th in state for the BPA computer servicing competition
Took 1st in regional and 5th in state for the BPA network design challenging
Timeline
Data Center Operations Technician
AWS
10.2023 - Current
Electrician
Watts Up Electric
10.2022 - 09.2023
Lead Data Technician
Crossbow Systems
05.2022 - 09.2022
Fiber Technician
Direct Line
03.2022 - 05.2022
Low Voltage Technician
Wired Up
01.2020 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
South Western Career Academy
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