Michael Hibbs
Zillah,WA
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Technician
CenturyLink/Lumen
TOPPENISH, WA
03.1995 - Current
- Maintained and installed switching equipment
- Troubleshooting of complex network issues on equipment due to mechanical or hardware issues
- Installed cabling, wireless routers and telephone systems for data communications networks.
- Collaborated with networking personnel at providers and data centers to determine origination points for faults and recover from malfunctions.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP and CTI applications.
- Installed and Maintained Power equipment for both Direct Current (DC)and Alternating Current (AC) applications
- Developed expertise in communication systems cabling, circuitry and wiring through various projects for CenturyLink.
- Installed and Maintained Power systems inside the company's network for both Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC).
- Performed troubleshooting and equipment testing to identify and correct problems end to end.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Removed and replaced malfunctioning and worn parts to maximize system longevity and performance.
- Applied functional knowledge and troubleshooting abilities to isolate and diagnose diverse faults.
Journeyman Electrician
Sun Valley Electric
Sunnyside, WA
07.1991 - 02.1995
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
- Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
- Communicated with clients to assess needs, provide status reports ad inform of any potential delays.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
- Tested circuit continuity to determine electrical compatibility and component safety.
- Assessed electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and needed adjustments or repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grandview High School
Grandview, WATechnical Degree - Electrical Technology
J.M. Perry Technical Institute
Yakima, WASkills
- Network Troubleshooting
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Mechanical Repair
- Repair Work Planning
- Electrical Component Replacement
- Attention to Detail
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Supply and Parts Ordering
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Decision Making
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Relationship Building
- Handheld Computers
- Subcontractor Management
- Willing to Learn
- Installation Oversight
- Codes and Standards Compliance
- Equipment Operation
- Specialized Testing Equipment
- Precision Instruments
- Maintenance and Repair
Accomplishments
- Achieved our cooperate Outstanding Service provider award for 2012 for effectively helping with all assigned Job duties.
Certification
- Journeyman Electrician’s Certification for WA state #hibbsme091db
Timeline
Network Technician
CenturyLink/Lumen
03.1995 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
Sun Valley Electric
07.1991 - 02.1995
High School Diploma -
Grandview High School
Technical Degree - Electrical Technology
J.M. Perry Technical Institute