The communications field has always been a great interest for me, due to it always changing and improving. Being able to make the old style work with the new style and bringing technology to the fore front is just amazing to me.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Department Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvment
ArdenC, NC
09.2020 - Current
Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
Provided sales feedback to management to address concerns in sales reports.
Oversaw daily operational performance of Flooring and Home Decor team.
Maintained stock of items, cleanliness, organization and provided excellent customer service.
Assessed sales reports to identify and enhance sales performance, support inventory oversight and capitalize on emerging trends.
Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Sales Specialist
Home Depot
Brandon, MS
03.2017 - 04.2020
Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
Computed total costs and profit requirements for customer sales to provide accurate pricing.
Motivated and trained 5 team members to meet and exceed sales goals through positive reinforcement.
Lead Fiber Optic Technician
Contact Network Dba Inline
Ridgeland, MS
06.1998 - 02.2016
Performed troubleshooting and equipment testing to identify and correct problems end to end and network-wide.
Conducted site surveys to validate customer's infrastructure deliverables.
Adhered to safety policies and procedures to install or remove IP set-top devices, optical network terminals and wireless access points.
Setup and operated all equipment according to manufacturers' instructions to maximize precision and functionality.
Executed all testing processes within all planned parameters to achieve accuracy and schedule targets.
Maintained clean working environments according to clean room standards.
Documented procedures such as calibration of optical or fiber optic equipment.
Maintained current and accurate project documentation reflecting changes made to processes, testing and procedures.
Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Trained new technicians how to splice and dress in enclosures inside and outside plant.
Traveled nationwide to upgrade all terminix pest control locations to cat 5e backbone as well as extending dmarcs and installing new switches and workstations.
Communication Technician
Baptist Medical Center
Jackson, MS
11.1995 - 06.1998
Installed and configured new devices and system components.
Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP and CTI applications.
Researched and recommended network and data communications hardware and software.
Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics and crawl spaces.
Took care of moves, adds and changes to meridian SL1 Phone System.
Multi Channel Communications Operator
US Army
Ft. Stewart , Georgia
12.1988 - 12.1996
Installed and maintained cable and radio communications.
Setting up antennas using uhf and vhf frequencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jim Hill High School
Jackson, MS
06.1988
Skills
Microsoft Office
Computer Proficiency
Sales Leadership
Implementing Pricing Strategies
Decision Making
Merchandise Quality Assurance
Retail Operations
Inventory Management
Flexible Work Schedule
Team Building and Motivation
Handling Complaints and Inquiries
Certification
Certified Fiber Optic Technician through the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) cfot # 7560004