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Phillip Chriss

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic Field Service Engineer with extensive experience at Unisys, specializing in the installation and maintenance of enterprise servers and high-end networking equipment. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems and deliver exceptional technical support, ensuring system reliability. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction drive successful project outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inside Service Technician I

Skyjack
05.2021 - Current
  • Installed and serviced technical equipment in various institutions, including data center
  • Troubleshot and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems using diagnostic tools
  • Maintained inventory and stayed current on equipment updates

Field Service Engineer

Unisys
01.2017 - 12.2020
  • Installed and maintained enterprise servers, storage solutions, and complex configurations in data centers
  • Provided technical troubleshooting and product support for high-end networking hardware
  • Diagnosed and escalated infrastructure issues, ensuring system reliability

Electrical Utility Groundman

Intren Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Operated hydraulic equipment for digging and backfilling trenches in high-voltage environments
  • Identified and repaired electrical lines damaged during installation processes

Field Service Technician

GalCon Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Installed racks, cabinets, and structured cabling in office and data center setups
  • Conducted electrical testing and replaced faulty components to maintain uptime

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Liberty National University
Wilmington, DE
05-1995

Skills

  • Installation and maintenance of Dell servers
  • Equipment installation
  • System troubleshooting
  • Technical support
  • Electrical testing
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Data analysis
  • Technical documentation
  • Inventory management
  • Certified Network Pro
  • Routing & Switching
  • Certified EPA HVAC Technician
  • National Electrical Code Certificate
  • Installation of new cabling
  • Troubleshooting AC/DC systems
  • Maintaining enterprise servers
  • Maintaining high-end networking equipment
  • Hands-on experience with computer hardware/software
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Task prioritization
  • Machinery disassembly
  • Electrical schematics proficiency
  • Electrical equipment repair
  • Electrical systems repair

Affiliations

  • Urban Gardening
  • Saturday morning youth reading program

Certification

  • Network+ Pro Certification (2020)
  • EPA Certified HVAC Technician, Universal Type (2017)

Timeline

Inside Service Technician I

Skyjack
05.2021 - Current

Field Service Engineer

Unisys
01.2017 - 12.2020

Electrical Utility Groundman

Intren Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2017

Field Service Technician

GalCon Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Liberty National University