MATT WAITE
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Results-Oriented Professional with 20+ Years of Technical Experience and a Keen Eye for Detail
Highly motivated and adaptable professional with a demonstrated ability to excel in various technical fields. Proven track record of success in roles spanning telecommunications, home inspection, and customer service. Possesses a strong work ethic and the ability to concentrate for long periods, meticulously analyzing systems and data to identify even the subtlest anomalies.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Futures and Equity Day Trader
Self-Employed
02.2021 - Current
- Conduct in-depth technical analysis of equity and futures markets to identify short-term trading opportunities.
- Develop and implement profitable trading strategies based on market trends, volatility, and economic indicators.
- Execute trades throughout the day, aiming to capitalize on short-term price fluctuations in stocks, stock indices, and futures contracts.
- Continuously monitor market movements, news events, and economic data to adjust trading positions as needed.
- Manage risk effectively by utilizing stop-loss orders and proper position sizing.
- Track and analyze trading performance to identify areas for improvement and refine trading strategies.
- Stay up-to-date on market trends and financial news by actively researching and monitoring various sources.
Coaxial Cable Splicing Technician
Telecommunications Incorporated
08.2016 - 02.2021
- Perform Coaxial cable splicing and activation
- Install and test pressurized and non-pressurized enclosures
- Install and dress Coaxial cables, both vertically and horizontally
- Test and troubleshoot Coaxial cables by utilizing all forms of testing equipment such as light meters, RF meters and AC/DC voltage meters
- Forward/reverse sweep and network verification
- Design and update outside plant (OSP) engineering prints
- Install and program fiber optic Nodes (Optimization)
- Access aerial cables and equipment using a bucket truck and extension ladders.
Home Inspector
Under Construction Home Inspections
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Inspected homes for sale upon request of sellers or potential buyers
- Utilized knowledge of all home systems including roofs foundations electrical wiring plumbing flooring walls and fixtures
- Inspected all systems and noted needed repairs
- Drafted home inspection reports including recommended repairs and estimated costs
- Provided notification via reports to all parties of real conditions of homes
- Noted all needed costly repairs and replacements including such things as new roofs new and updated electrical work needed plumbing replacements and other issues.
Customer Service Technician
Southwestern Bell / AT&T
08.2001 - 10.2008
- Installed, maintained, and repaired business and residential customer telephone (POTS), wiring and internet services, outside plant, and special circuits
- Diagnosed, cleared, and repaired outside plant utilizing test equipment such as Sidekick 7N, cable locater/A-frame fault locater, O.T.D.R
- Repaired cut and or damaged cables
- Performed central office tasks
- Safe and competent when working aloft, extension ladders, when climbing poles, or when in confined spaces.
Lead Technician
Ad Com Information Services
03.1999 - 03.2000
- Responsible for installation, repair and maintenance of television ratings monitoring systems
- Install and maintain monitoring units including integration of unit with television, telephone and cable lines and systems
- Set customer appointments and verified appointment schedules, provided guidance and training to other technicians.
Service Technician
T.C.I Cablevision
12.1997 - 02.1999
- Installed, maintained, and repaired cable TV systems
- Pulled, routed, and labeled Rg6 and Cat5 cable into designated residential spaces
- Diagnosed and repaired cable networks with RF meters, power tools, and hand tools
- Navigated outside cable plant using blueprints, draw designs and cut sheets
- Worked extensively with extension ladders, bucket trucks and pole climbing equipment.
Education
Home Inspection Certification -
Legends Real Estate School
Dallas, TX07.2013
General Studies, High School -
The Colony High School
06.1996
Certification
- Aerial lift truck certified (bucket truck)
- Manhole safety certification
- OSHA 10 hour safety course certification
- Smith system driving course certification
- Pole Climbing/Ladder safety
- Blue Cross Blue Shield CPR and First Aid
- 3M cable locator
- Pole climbing/Ladder Safety
- Texas Real Estate Commission Professional Inspector’s License #20718
References
- Tim Lopez, Coax splicing technician, Gardner Telecommunications Incorporated, (214)-927-4156
- Gary Leveling, Headend Supervisor, Spectrum, (469) 396-2267, leveling@tx.rr.com
- Michael J. Woolley, Coax splicing technician, Gardner Telecommunications Incorporated, (605)-521-9299
Timeline
Futures and Equity Day Trader
Self-Employed
02.2021 - Current
Coaxial Cable Splicing Technician
Telecommunications Incorporated
08.2016 - 02.2021
Home Inspector
Under Construction Home Inspections
05.2013 - 05.2016
Customer Service Technician
Southwestern Bell / AT&T
08.2001 - 10.2008
Lead Technician
Ad Com Information Services
03.1999 - 03.2000
Service Technician
T.C.I Cablevision
12.1997 - 02.1999
Home Inspection Certification -
Legends Real Estate School
General Studies, High School -
The Colony High School