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Michael Hughes

Clarksville,United States

Summary

Proficient Data Center Technician offering more than 10 years of experience in structured cable operations, network installation and maintenance, and data center support. Applies technical expertise and diagnostic abilities toward solving problems and maintaining usability and performance. Versed in large data storage networks, voice/data innovations, and VPNs. As well as router and switch installation and troubleshooting.

Work History

Structured System Cabling Technician

ProSystems, Inc.
  • Ensure seamless communication within the organization by providing timely data, voice, and video cabling infrastructure maintenance.
  • Move and install shelves, power strips, rails, servers, switches, and other equipment.
  • Install and manage structured cabling infrastructure.
  • Enhance system reliability by conducting thorough inspections and troubleshooting of cable infrastructure.
  • Ensure optimal network functionality through the installation of fiber optic, coaxial, and copper cables.
  • Reduce client downtime by swiftly addressing technical issues and performing routine maintenance on servers.

Data Center Technician

IES Communications/ Facebook Data Center
  • Installed and managed structured cabling infrastructure.
  • Moved and installed shelves, power strips, rails, servers, switches and other equipment.
  • Conducted thorough testing on new equipment before integration into existing systems, upholding high standards of quality control.
  • Dressed and labeled cables for easy identification and traceability.
  • Identified and reported problem devices and replaced defective parts.
  • Entered device locations and cable connections into database.

Data Center Technician

Boe-tel Tn/ Vanderbilt University Data Center
  • Installed and managed structured cabling infrastructure.
  • Moved and installed shelves, power strips, rails, servers, switches and other equipment.
  • Dressed and labeled cables for easy identification and traceability.
  • Streamlined processes for hardware installation, saving time and reducing potential errors during deployment.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by swiftly addressing technical issues and performing routine maintenance on servers.

Electrician Technician

IBEW Local 429
  • Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls.
  • Fixed wiring and circuit systems to correct performance issues and safety concerns.
  • Maintained security and fire alarm systems for commercial venues and completed inspections.
  • Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
  • Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
  • Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.

Education

Electrician Technician Diploma - Low-Voltage Electrician

Kaplan Career Institute
Nashville, TN
05.2014

Skills

  • Data Center Operations
  • Component Installation
  • Technical Support
  • Network configuration
  • Server Management
  • Hardware maintenance
  • Network support
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Security Protocols
  • Routing Protocols
  • Switch Configuration
  • Safety Compliance

Timeline

Structured System Cabling Technician

ProSystems, Inc.

Data Center Technician

IES Communications/ Facebook Data Center

Data Center Technician

Boe-tel Tn/ Vanderbilt University Data Center

Electrician Technician

IBEW Local 429

Electrician Technician Diploma - Low-Voltage Electrician

Kaplan Career Institute
Michael Hughes