Open To Work
Julian Fontenette
Glendale,AZ
Work Preference
Summary
Telecommunications technician specializing in fiber optic systems, with a track record in network installation and troubleshooting. Proven ability to guide teams in complex projects, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and industry standards, while enhancing operational efficiency and communication across multiple sectors.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiber Optic Network Manager
Ervin Cable Construction
Mesa, Arizona
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Supervised installation of fiber optic cables in residential and commercial sectors, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Provided technical guidance to technicians on tools and equipment for fiber optic systems, enhancing team competency and installation accuracy.
- Inspected completed installations for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Monitored project progress and facilitated communication among team members to address challenges and streamline workflows.
- Managed network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Coordinated installation of fiber optic and telecommunications systems across various sites.
- Collaborated with vendors to evaluate new technologies for network enhancements.
- Designed efficient topologies for new networks based on customer requirements.
DAS/Cellular Technician
CTS1 Communications
Deer Valley, AZ
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Installed omnidirectional DAS antennas across large-scale TSMC facilities to enhance communication coverage.
- Installed fiber optic, coaxial, and power cables for voice and data services, enhancing connectivity indoors and outdoors.
- Routed, terminated, and tested fiber optic cables to connect broadband services throughout TSMC compound.
- Operated rigid connectorizing equipment for JMA connectors on various coaxial cable sizes, ensuring reliable connections.
- Conducted operational checks to diagnose and resolve connectivity issues, improving system reliability.
- Conducted frequency testing, including sweep tests and PIM testing for system validation.
Data Center Technician
CTI Technologies
Tempe, AZ
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Experience with fault isolation and troubleshooting networks including LAN and WAN
- Operational experience with data communication issues, including security, resource, management, capacity, planning, monitoring and performance
- Led projects and managed programming efforts to ensure timely completion and adherence to specifications
- Communicated technical information clearly to facilitate understanding among team members and stakeholders
- Made informed decisions in collaboration with stakeholders and management for project execution and operational challenges
- Gained knowledge of telecom structured cabling standards during training sessions
Lead Technician/Project Manager
Smart Guy Solutions
Glendale, AZ
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Leading large- and small-scale projects with no needed supervision
- Directed and guided team of entry and mid-level technicians to ensure project alignment and quality outcomes
- Wrote detailed scopes of job completion timelines and change orders to establish clear project expectations and deliverables
- Implemented updates and project revisions in collaboration with project managers, site leads, and system engineers to enhance project execution
- Defined project scope for Fat Cats Family Facilities
Lead Technician/Supervisor
ANM Technologies
Glendale, AZ
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Leading large- and small-scale projects with no needed supervision
- Directed and guided team of entry and mid-level technicians to enhance project execution
- Managed multiple projects in Tucson and Phoenix, programming and updating Verkada cameras for Dollar Self Storage facilities
- Currently completed new construction at the State Farm Stadium installation of the new Dynamic Adaptive Streaming over HTTP (DASH) Wi-Fi system
- Completed new Verkada Camera infrastructure installation at The Parker Arizona State University student dorms
- Implementing updates and project revisions with project managers and site leads
- Developed detailed scopes for job completion timelines and change orders to ensure project clarity
- Very well versed in IBwave viewer, Veranda Engineering, OSP and ISP site survey and scope of work utilization
Telecommunications Instructor/Writer, Instructor/Writer of Communication Cable and Antenna Apprentice Course
United States Air Force
12.2018 - 12.2021
- At Sheppard AFB; provides technical training for over 350 IET Airmen, Marines, Advance Course
- Delivered comprehensive training programs that enhanced personnel skills and knowledge, contributing to mission readiness.
- Developed lesson plans that aligned with military standards and objectives.
- Conducted evaluations to assess student performance and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to enhance curriculum and instructional methods, improving training effectiveness.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Developed and maintained course materials for soldiers and partner nation personnel.
- Ensured accountability and positive control of test materials, protecting examination integrity and maintaining $500k in automation equipment and peripherals.
Telecommunications Instructor
364th Training Group
Sheppard AFB, TX
11.2018 - 11.2021
Network Manager
th Signal Battalion
, Afghanistan
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Installed, operated, and maintained communication lines and subscriber interface equipment valued at over $300,000.
- Executed troubleshooting, software upgrades, and installation of peripherals and devices for diverse client needs.
- Managed security systems and phone lines, utilizing Multimeter and Optical Time Domain Reflectometer for testing.
- Performed routine equipment tune-ups to maintain peak performance.
Telecommunications Manager
16th Signal
Fort Hood, TX
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Managed telecommunications infrastructure for seamless communication and operations.
- Supervised installation and maintenance of communication systems and equipment.
- Coordinated with vendors to deliver telecommunications services on schedule.
- Oversaw the installation and management of security systems, data and phone lines, fiber optic cable installations as well as testing using fiber and copper testing equipment, which included large scale infrastructures in Bargram, Camp Lightening,
- Gamberi, Fenty, Afghanistan, Camp Arifjan Kuwait and Managed communications in Jordan.
Education
Associate of Science - Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL02-2020
AAS - General Studies
Hibbing Community College
03-2010
Associate of Arts and Sciences -
American Military University
AAS - Project Management
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Fiber splicing techniques
- Network installation and support
- WAN and TCP/IP skills
- Cisco router configuration
- VLAN management
- IP addressing proficiency
- Networking fundamentals
- Ethernet and LAN knowledge
- Data center operations
- Microsoft server expertise
- Windows and Exchange
- Client-server configuration
- DNS management skills
- System troubleshooting
- Technical support expertise
- Project leadership abilities
- Planning and organizing skills
- System troubleshooting
- Planning and organizing skills
Accomplishments
- October 2020 to October 2024
- General understanding of optical fiber installation, connectorization, splicing, and testing
- An FOI is also familiar with optical fiber, connector, and splice performance characteristics described in TIA-568-,TIA-569-, TIA-758-, ITU-T G.671, ITU-T G.652, Telcordia GR-20
- A fiber optic installer can perform connector endface evaluation as described in TIA-455-57B and is proficient in optic loss testing, as described in TIA-526-14A
- CompTIA Security+
- CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Basic Instructors Course Information Assurance Course
- Security Forces Assistance Brigade Manager Military Advisory Team
- Contracting Officer Respresentative Authorized Service Interruption Manager
- Expeditionary Network Operations Center Manager Authorized Hand Receipt Holder
Interests
VPN
, Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-fontenette
Military Service
Branch: United States Army Service Country: United States Rank: Sergeant First Class September 2002 to December 2021
Certifications and Licenses
Fiber Optic Installer ETA International,
Additional Information
, Verkada Certified Engineer
Additional Information
- OSHA 30 , CompTIA Network+ Secret Clearance
Timeline
Fiber Optic Network Manager
Ervin Cable Construction
03.2023 - 12.2023
DAS/Cellular Technician
CTS1 Communications
02.2023 - 03.2023
Data Center Technician
CTI Technologies
10.2022 - 02.2023
Lead Technician/Project Manager
Smart Guy Solutions
08.2022 - 10.2022
Lead Technician/Supervisor
ANM Technologies
02.2022 - 08.2022
Telecommunications Instructor/Writer, Instructor/Writer of Communication Cable and Antenna Apprentice Course
United States Air Force
12.2018 - 12.2021
Telecommunications Instructor
364th Training Group
11.2018 - 11.2021
Network Manager
th Signal Battalion
10.2017 - 11.2018
Telecommunications Manager
16th Signal
01.2014 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology
Community College of the Air Force
AAS - General Studies
Hibbing Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences -
American Military University
AAS - Project Management
University of Phoenix