J. Casey Trest
Trussville,AL
Summary
Seasoned Telecommunications professional adept at working with ribbon and loose tube cables. Operates equipment, uses hand and power tools and takes measurements. Excellent prioritization, time management, and multitasking abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
CUI
01.2006 - 11.2008
- Installed internet modems, cable and telephones services in residential and commerical locations.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Fiber Splicer
Derdan Enterprises
02.2003 - 01.2006
- Tested fiber optic cables and documented results.
- Improved network performance by skillfully splicing fiber optic cables in various environments.
- Maximized project efficiency, coordinating with team members to complete installations on schedule.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in project parameters.
- Performed repairs on severed fiber cables to restore to complete functionality.
- Built splice cases to enclose exposed transmission lines.
- Minimized signal loss by accurately testing and analyzing optical power levels after splicing activities.
- Safeguarded network integrity, adhering to industry standards and best practices while splicing fiber cables.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Located and repaired line faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.
- Troubleshot cable, underground junction boxes and conduit by utilizing specialized equipment and devices.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Mitigated risks associated with potential damage or service interruptions during routine maintenance operations.
- Performed numerous mid sheath entry repairs and built new enclosures at splice point.
Supervisor for Underground Cable Crew
Custom Cable
02.2000 - 01.2003
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring safe and legal operational environment.
- Read and verify plans to assure correct placement of fiber and pedestals.
- Operated heavy equipment such as bobcat, backhoe, missiles, directional drills.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Laborer
JR Underground
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Performed all aspects of placing and boring conduit and fiber underground.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
Education
No Degree - Prerequisite Classes
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL1998
GED -
Hewitt-Trussville High School
Trussville, AL05.1997
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and Organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and Repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Quality Control
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Heavy Lifting
- Customer interaction
- Deadline-oriented
- Complex Repairs
- Project Management
- Following safety practices
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
Timeline
Technician
CUI
01.2006 - 11.2008
Fiber Splicer
Derdan Enterprises
02.2003 - 01.2006
Supervisor for Underground Cable Crew
Custom Cable
02.2000 - 01.2003
Laborer
JR Underground
01.1998 - 01.2000
No Degree - Prerequisite Classes
Jefferson State Community College
GED -
Hewitt-Trussville High School
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