Richard Buchanan
Follansbee
Summary
Results-driven team player focused on achieving demanding service, quality and performance objectives. Remarkable work ethic with a solid career history of working effectively with telecommunications. Safety-driven detail-oriented and reliable with top communication and multitasking strengths. Excellent technical and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Cleaning
Valley System
06.1986 - 03.1987
- Applied chemical solutions and used polishing machines to clean all installation surfaces, equipment, tools, work sites and storage areas.
- Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris.
Service Technician
Marsh Bellofram Corporation
04.1987 - 09.1989
- Installed the mold used for casting metal, clay or plaster objects, using fiberglass, rubber, casting machines, and patterns.
- Removed excess molding or mold material such as plaster, wax, and rubber.
- Read and followed standard operating procedures.
- Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity.
Cable Splicing Technician
Communication Construction Group
09.1989 - 05.1996
- Consistently met deadlines and requirements for all production work orders.
- Ensured network, system and data availability and integrity through preventative maintenance and upgrades.
Cable Technician/ Owner
R B Cable Connection
06.1996 - Current
- Tested cables using tools such as volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers and signal level meters.
- Completed new connects, reconnects, disconnects and service changes for residential and commercial customers.
- Operated equipment, vehicles and tools in a safe and effective manner.
- Ensured network, system and data availability and integrity through preventative maintenance and upgrades.
- Proposed technical feasibility solutions for new functional designs and suggested options for performance improvement of technical objects.
- Consistently met deadlines and requirements for all production work orders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Weir High School
Weirton, WV1986
Skills
- Engine diagnostics
- Supervisory experience
- Troubleshooting expert
- Basic math and measuring aptitude
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Self-motivated
- Strong team player
- Technical school training
- Safety procedures knowledge
- Data entry
Timeline
Cable Technician/ Owner
R B Cable Connection
06.1996 - Current
Cable Splicing Technician
Communication Construction Group
09.1989 - 05.1996
Service Technician
Marsh Bellofram Corporation
04.1987 - 09.1989
Industrial Cleaning
Valley System
06.1986 - 03.1987
High School Diploma -
Weir High School
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