Mickey Garcia
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
Hobbs,NM
33
years of professional experience
Field Network Delaware Basin IT technician managing Cambium radios, Cisco routers and switches, and DDI/IP assignments across field sites. Monitors automated alerts, troubleshoots Layer 1 and Layer 2 outages, and restores comms for network devices and PTZ cameras. Coordinates asset and inventory management to keep field infrastructure available and traceable.
Work History
Field Network Delaware Basin IT
3 Years- Monitored automated alerts from system management tools to determine effective resolutions
- Access Cambium 3.65/5.0 GHz radios - 450b/450i/450m
- Access DDI for IP's for Network devices - ICT/APC-PDU
- Access-download config file on Cisco IR1101 routers-2960/3850/4010/9300 switches
- Troubleshot communication issues at sites and resolved PTZ camera connectivity at Layer 1/Layer 2
- Coordinated asset and inventory management for field network infrastructure to ensure operational readiness
Field Tech II – (Contractor for Devon Energy & Cimarex)
4 Years 4 Months- Access - config Cambium 450b/650-670/820/450m/450i radios and AP's
- Access Cambium 3.65/5.0 GHz radios - program IP's - settings - align
- Configured Cambium 450b/650-670/820/450m/450i radios and APs to optimize network performance
- Access-config-install XetaWave/FreeWave radios- Moxa's - Hanwha PTZ cameras
- Access-config-install XetaWave/FreeWave radios- Moxas - Hanwha PTZ cameras
- Configure ICT/PDU/SmartUPS-APC/Samlex-America devices - low voltage
- Install 50'-70' towers on new CTBs - terminate cat5e to all devices in CP10
- Scheduled and planned new projects, coordinating resources to ensure timely execution
Contract I & R
3 Years 4 Months- Installed broadband and dial tone services, ensuring reliable connectivity for customers
- Programmed modems/routers for internet services, facilitating seamless online access
- Troubleshot phone and broadband interruptions using JDSU/HST3000C, minimizing service downtime for customers
- Maintain satisfaction with residential and business customers
OSP Engineering/Outside Plant Tech
3 Years 7 Months- Executed field engineering and design for extending feeder and distribution cable facilities (aerial and buried) serving residential and commercial clients
- Operating systems: Microstation, Fieldview, G-comms, Mirror & JobTrac
- Assign facilities for circuits
- Streamlined process for obtaining permits and right-of-way approvals
- Interfacing with clients and property owners
- Coordinated broadband upgrades to enhance service delivery for residential and commercial customers
- Site surveys/detailed field notes
- Operating systems: Microstation, Fieldview, G-comms, Miror & JobTrac
Customer Service Technician (CST II)
5 Years 2 Months- Coordinated safety protocols for CSTs, ensuring compliance through weekly evaluations and monthly safety meetings
- Installed phone and broadband services for customers, enhancing connectivity and communication
- Program modem/router for internet service
- Troubleshot phone and broadband interruptions using JDSU-3000 to restore service quickly and efficiently
- Safety coordinator, made sure CSTs were following safety protocol to ensure compliance with safety guidelines, weekly valuations, safety meetings once a month
T.A.R.S Instructor— Houston Jr. High
4 Years 6 Months- Oversee At Risk Students in classroom setting
- Led introductory meetings with parents to discuss TARS Program and its benefits
- Held meetings with parents for the introductory of the TARS Program
- Monitored performance and daily homework of students
- Delivered presentations at elementary schools to promote awareness of TARS Program
- Monitored student performance and daily homework to ensure academic accountability
Service-man/Meter Reader/Construction Crew
8 Years 2 Months- Trained and supervised inexperienced meter-readers on hand-held systems to ensure accurate data collection
- Train and supervise inexperienced meter-readers on hand-held systems
- Developed and implemented efficient filing system for meter cards, improving access and organization
- Occasionally pull, read and integrate gas charts
- Collaborated with team members to set up new service and install yard lines, enhancing service delivery
- Input data entry in computer
Education
Associate Degree - Applied Science, Mid-Management
Key Courses: Public Speaking, Sales/Marketing, Principles of Mngt., Advertising
High School Diploma
Skills
Microstation
Fieldview
Gcomms
Miror
JobTrac
Radio configuration
Router configuration
Switch troubleshooting
IP provisioning
Network diagnostics
Asset and inventory management
Site surveys
Permit coordination
Tower installation
Cable termination
Accomplishments
- Southwest Voter Registration Project Program-Member, Hobbs, NM - 2004
- WHO’s WHO among American Junior College Students - 1990
- Student Senate President-New Mexico Junior College, Hobbs, NM - 1990
- (supervised three office: Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary)
- Active member of Latin Organization Viewing Education
- New Mexico Junior College, Hobbs, NM - 1989
- Vice-President of D.E.C.A
- Proficiency Award in Government
- Hobbs Municipal Schools, Hobbs, NM - 1988
- Proficiency Award in Career Planning
Timeline
Field Network Delaware Basin IT
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Field Tech II – (Contractor for Devon Energy & Cimarex)
CRR Total SCADA
04.2019 - 08.2023Read More
Contract I & R
KAMTEL
02.2015 - 06.2018Read More
OSP Engineering/Outside Plant Tech
Windstream Communications
05.2011 - 12.2014Read More
Customer Service Technician (CST II)
Windstream Communications
03.2006 - 05.2011Read More
T.A.R.S Instructor— Houston Jr. High
Hobbs Municipal Schools
09.2001 - 03.2006Read More
Service-man/Meter Reader/Construction Crew
Zia Natural Gas Company
07.1993 - 09.2001Read More
Hobbs High School
High School Diploma
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New Mexico Junior College
Associate Degree from Applied Science, Mid-Management
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