ROBERT T. ELGARICO

Performed fiber optic cable testing using an OTDR and a Fluke Power Meter, ensuring compliance with industry standards for integrity and performance. Conducted power meter and light source testing to certify fiber optic installations for optimal signal transmission. Interpreted technical diagrams and schematics to accurately configure fiber optic testing equipment, and troubleshoot connectivity issues. Maintained detailed documentation of test results, including OTDR traces and certification reports, for submission to site leads. Executed multimode and single-mode fiber testing to validate gigabit Ethernet infrastructure and long/short-route efficiency. Applied knowledge of fiber optic cable types and connectors during installation and testing to meet Navy modernization requirements. Delivered daily progress reports and test documentation to project leadership, ensuring transparency and adherence to timelines. Utilized advanced fiber optic tools and adhered to strict safety protocols while working independently and in team environments. Diagnosed and resolved signal loss issues through precise OTDR analysis and connector inspection, improving network reliability. Managed multiple fiber testing tasks simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail in high-security environments.

Overseeing electrical/mechanical overhaul, maintenance, assembly and disassembly. In Depth with OSHA and ANSI safety standards pertaining to fall protection and electrical hazards. Troubleshoot complex circuitry and resolving complicated mechanical issues. Welding and fabricating parts and accessories to meet customer drawing specifications. Performing inspections on hoist and cranes prior to giving customer full authorization to utilize equipment. Rigging unorthodox equipment to be picked safely.

Erect, repair and maintain antennas supported from wooden poles and steel structures up to a height of 400 feet. Performs periodic inspections and repairs or replace faulty hardware including guy wires, strain and support insulators, supporting pennants,shackles,turnbuckles, ground and reflector screen wires, fiberglass guys, boom boards and load tension springs. Troubleshoots antenna systems and transmission lines to locate and correct problems utilizing a variety of electronic test equipment. Performs cable splicing on various types of coaxial cables, splices hemp and wire rope cables. Lays or strings various types of transmissions lines, coaxial cable or open wire. Operates equipment such as forklifts, winches, basket trucks,etc. As necessary to perform rigging work. Operates shop equipment for sheet metal and carpentry type work.

Operated "Follow Me" truck, coordinated flight scheduling and operations with AMCC, ATOC, Base Operations, ATC and MOCC. Tracked inbound and outbound aircraft scheduling and logistics. Performed launch and recovery procedures including ground equipment operations, preflight checks, marshalling, parking and tie down. Performed servicing on F-16, F-15, A-10, F-4 and F-18. Coordinated and scheduled ground handling and servicing for C-17, KC-135, C-130, KC-10, B747, A330 and UH-60. Created work shift schedules and policies to improve efficiency and safety. Managed Hazmat and "Follow Me" truck maintenance programs.

Installs, maintains,reconstitutes, removes, and modifies copper core, coaxial, waveguide, and fiber optic cable and antenna systems. Climbs antenna support structures and wooden poles to various heights for maintenance and installation actions on cable and antenna systems. Installs and maintains dedicated local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) media distribution systems, including distribution system interior wiring. Uses drawings, task lists, instructions, and technical data to work on copper core, coaxial, waveguide, fiber optic cable,and antenna systems.

Maintained, repaired and installed underground or buried copper core & fiber optic cables for mission-critical systems. Performed system verification tests. Assessed the capabilities and effectiveness of voice and data cable systems. Resolved malfunctions and outages utilizing facility records, system drawings, directives and technical orders. Processed and accomplished dig permits to protect 32Kmiles of copper and 7.5Kmiles of fiber cable systems. Provided command and control (C2) capabilities through installation, maintenance, fault isolation, and reconstitution of fixed cable and wireless distribution systems, local area networks (LAN), and wide area networks (WAN) in support of tactical and strategic operations. Monitored and analyzed performance of underground,buried, and aerial cable and antenna networks.

Maintained communications and computer systems installation records (CSIRs), maintenance and inspection cable records, and technical orders. Maintained a 122K miles of copper/fiber optic cable splitting for 4K users assigned to the 6 AMW base & 38 tenant units. Prepared and analyzed updates of 150+ cable infrastructure blueprints preventing cable cuts on future communication projects. Processed work clearance requests by deciphering plans, identifying locations of conflict, and marking cables. Installed, maintained,and performed routine preventive maintenance inspections on various ground-to-air antennas.