BICSI certified Electronics Engineer with 15+ years of experience working on myriad telecommunication systems for the DoD, DHS, and the private sector. Experienced in surveying and estimating site installs and upgrades, including IDF/MDF buildouts.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level 2 Technician
IncrediTek
04.2023 - Current
Perform site surveys and installation of equipment for, data centers and central offices, including switches, routers, servers, etc.
Used diagnostic tools to identify hardware failures and replace non-functional components.
Built and expanded on Verizon's fiber optic backbone, as well data center interconnects.
Electronics Engineer 5
MANDEX
02.2022 - 02.2023
Lead new installations and upgrades for DHA including Genesis and LAN/WLAN, and assisted in configuration of Cisco, Aruba, and Brocade networks.
Surveyed sites for new installations or upgrades, including MDF to IDF backbone cabling, MDF/IDF expansion, WAP adds and removals, estimating staffing and hours, length of installation, material needed, etc.
Scheduled team deployment and on-site hours based on individual site needs.
Maintain and organize all survey and installation documents, including red lines, cabling diagrams, final prints, pictures, and device locations.
Team Lead
Tuva LLC
03.2021 - 02.2022
Lead and manage new installations and upgrades for, , USAID, DoED, and FEMA
These installations include, but are not limited to, DAS, MWLAN, structured cabling backbone (copper and optical fiber), and PONs
Experienced in scheduling and managing on-site installers, site surveys, IDF design, and quality assurance.
Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
Telecommunications Technician II
Vista Technical Sevices/ MANDEX
01.2016 - 02.2018
Assist and lead in the installation of LAN/WLAN upgrades in various U.S Military installations
Experienced in the installation and bonding of multiple types racks and pathways and fire penetrations including but not limited to basket tray, cable trough, ladder tray, EZ Paths, retro fit sleeves, etc
Experienced in the installation, termination and testing of numerous Structured Cabling System Infrastructures
Cable types include CAT 3, 5e, 6& 6A, Serial cables, Singlemode and Multimode Fiber Optic cable; etc
Experienced in the fabrication and testing of numerous connectors including but not limited to RJ-45, BNC, Multipin, LC, SC, ST, etc
Experienced with a multitude of Fiber Optic termination methods including Fusion spicing, Anaerobics, Unicams and Opticams.
Installation Technician
Bazon Cox
07.2015 - 01.2016
Assist in the installation and termination of security network devices including but not limited to security cameras, Hirsch keypads, Hirsch security panels, tamper switches, and Bosch panels.
Goldbelt Falcon
03.2015 - 07.2015
Assist in the installation of LAN/WLAN upgrades in various U.S Military installations.
Telecommunications Technician
Vista Technical Services
06.2012 - 03.2015
Assist in the installation of LAN/WLAN upgrades in various U.S Military installations
Experienced in the installation and grounding of multiple types of racks and pathways and fire penetrations including but not limited to basket tray, cable trough, ladder tray, EZ Paths, retro fit sleeves, etc.
Engineering Technician
Serco
12.2011 - 06.2012
Assist in the installation of CENTRIXS, SESS, EMUT and 660 installations.
Cable Installer II
VT Group
06.2008 - 12.2011
Assist in the installation of Information Transportation Systems for the
Experienced in installing and troubleshooting numerous US Navy systems both ship and shore including but not limited to: ADNS, CENTRIXS, GAL POP, GCCS, GIG-E, ISNS, NCE, SHF/UHF ANTENNA, SINCGARS, TLD DNS, COMMSEC KIV-7m upgrade etc
Experienced in the installation, termination and testing of numerous Structured Cabling System Infrastructures
Cable types include CAT 3, 5, 5e, 6 & 7; Serial cables; Singlemode and Multimode Fiber Optic cable; etc
Experienced in the fabrication and testing of numerous connectors including but not limited to RJ-45, BNC, Multipin, LC, SC, ST, Splice on Connectors, etc
Experienced with a multitude of Fiber Optic termination methods including Anaerobics, Hot Melts, Unicams and Opticams as well as Fusion splicing
Certifications:
BICSI Installer 2, Copper
Skills
Experienced with Microsoft Office
Experience with leading large teams, creating team schedules, and managing multiple tasks among multiple projects
Customer service skills, dealing mostly with leadership in the US Military