Jerry Ball
Wheeling,WV
Summary
Data Detective, SQL Sleuth, very adept at obtaining information.
Resourceful System Administrator consistently responds to wide range of technical challenges with focused and creative approach. Highly effective at problem solving and decision making. [20] years of progressive IT experience.
Experienced Database Systems Administrator with proficiency in SQL Server, DBEAVER, NoSQL, and MongoDB. Skilled in maintaining database servers, troubleshooting, and problem-solving. Strong background in Windows and Linux server networks, email servers, and Mac OS support. Windows OS Support 7 thru 11 /Willing to relocate. Excellent in troubleshooting and maintenance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Database Systems Administrator
Belmont College
05.2023 - Current
- Maintain database servers, manage front-end and back-end connections with Access, SQL, DBeaver
- Problem-solving and innovative thinking
- Create, Maintain, and repair reporting for Infomaker and Jenzabar.
- Gather Information for state reporting- (IPEDS, HLC, HEI)
- Work with Dashboards using Tableau, and MS Power Bi
- Automated DATA uploads for websites and Ecampus.
Field Technician (Contract)
Strategic Systems
02.2023 - Current
- Set up computers, phones, and printers during the transition from Wells Fargo to a private agency through (Compucom)
- First National Bank Computer Install / Refresh
- Installed and removed necessary programs
- On the ON CALL listing for future job opportunities.
Owner
New Perception Services
09.2015 - Current
- Computer troubleshooter, security camera installation, and cash register repairs
- Home peripheral installations (Google Home, Alexa, Wi-Fi devices)
- Currently working on creating Roku channels and planning mobile app development
Computer Technician (Contract)
Appalachian Outreach
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained computers, networks, and printers
Onsite Field Service Technician (Part-time)
Agensys Corporation (for Dell)
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Upgraded and migrated computers from Windows 7 to Windows 10
- Installed drivers, peripherals, and hardware
- Liaison for Help Desk Support.
Rental Manager
Computer Support
10.2013 - 01.2016
- Property management, proposals, and day-to-day operations
- General labor, plumbing, roofing, painting, electrical and handyman work
- Provided technical support for meetings and maintained all audio and video equipment.
- Support person for all Meetings in Columbus, Pittsburgh, and New York.
- Maintained books for 5 different businesses.
Computer IT Volunteer
WV Department of Education
12.1999 - 10.2013
- Resolved virus and malware issues
- Set up and maintained web servers (MS Server 2000, 2003, 2008, 2012)
- SQL SERVER, Email Servers, Virtualization
- Supported Macs on a Microsoft network
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Tracked service activities and outcomes against outlined plans and goals.
- Maintained internal database of service workers, participants, activities and other relevant details.
Education
Associate in Applied Science - CIT Microsoft Applications Support Desk
WV Northern College
Wheeling, WV01.2013
A+ Certification Certificate Program -
WV Northern Community College
Wheeling, WV01.2012
Certificate Program - Computer Applications Microsoft
WV Northern Community College
Wheeling, WV01.2010
Associate in Applied Science - General Education
WV Northern College
Wheeling, WV01.2010
Skills
- Self-starter
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Innovative thinker
- Great troubleshooter
- Excel/ Word Expert
- Linux Unix
- SQL
- Application Development
- Java
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Software Troubleshooting
- JavaScript
- Visual Basic
- C/C
- GitHub
- Microsoft SharePoint
- APIs
- Software Development
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft 365
DBEAVER
- C#
- NET
- Microsoft Access
- Python
- PowerShell
- Analysis skills
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Communication skills
- Macros
- Data collection
- Organizational skills
- CorelDraw
- Relational databases
- MySQL
- Remote access software
- Visio
- Mac OS
- Network security
- C
- Visual Studio
Microsoft Access
PowerBI
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Created POS program that integrated Access and C# , Embedded Visual Basic that ran on Symbol 2800 hand scanner and O'Neil Receipt printer.
- Created Databases for Small Cable company in Greenbrier County WV.
- Volunteer at HELPING HEROs Wheeling, WV
Certification
13 total Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certifications, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access – Master Certification for Suite and Expert Certifications in Word and Excel /Pearson-Vue-Certiport
Languages
English
JOB SPECIFIC INFO
Currently enrolled in a course called Google Data Analytics Professional. This course covers R programming, SQL, Python, and Tableau and discover how to effectively utilize AI in data analytics.
SPSS -Familiar with PSPP which is the Open Source FREE version of SPSS / Statistical Package for the Social Sciences.
Willing to pursue Bachelor's Degree or Higher.
SPSS -Familiar with PSPP which is the Open Source FREE version of SPSS / Statistical Package for the Social Sciences.
Willing to pursue Bachelor's Degree or Higher.
Timeline
Database Systems Administrator
Belmont College
05.2023 - Current
Field Technician (Contract)
Strategic Systems
02.2023 - Current
Computer Technician (Contract)
Appalachian Outreach
08.2022 - 08.2023
Onsite Field Service Technician (Part-time)
Agensys Corporation (for Dell)
05.2021 - 01.2023
Owner
New Perception Services
09.2015 - Current
Rental Manager
Computer Support
10.2013 - 01.2016
Computer IT Volunteer
WV Department of Education
12.1999 - 10.2013
A+ Certification Certificate Program -
WV Northern Community College
Certificate Program - Computer Applications Microsoft
WV Northern Community College
Associate in Applied Science - General Education
WV Northern College
Associate in Applied Science - CIT Microsoft Applications Support Desk
WV Northern College
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