Sean Safford
Rochester,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Engineer III
Verizon Wireless
04.2019 - Current
- Oversee ordering, release, and installation of wireless, power, and fiber optic telecom equipment
- Reviewed sites for required equipment upgrades against final construction drawings and approved Radio Frequency Data Sheets (RFDS), adjusting final equipment assignments to enhance installation efficiency and future maintenance.
- Assigned 175 – 250 cell sites a year scheduled for upgrade
- Developed SOW outlining scope, objectives, and deliverables for awarded general contractor to ensure clear project expectations.
- SOW will include what equipment is being removed and installed. This will be power plants, batteries, RF equipment, fiber optic panels and radios, antennas, voltage protection units, and hybrid cables.
- Developed POR based on the approved matrix pricing quote from the GC
- Track equipment delivery and construction schedules
- Coordinated with other departments to address delays and gather input, facilitating project alignment and timely completion.
- Review and approve invoicing from GCs after construction has been completed and approved by myself.
Telecom Project Manager
Patriot Towers
05.2013 - 03.2019
- Oversaw department of field technicians responsible for installation and maintenance of telecom equipment for various cellular carriers and tower site owners in the Northeastern and Midwestern US
- Expanded department headcount by 150% to support increased workload and new customer acquisition.
- Established an emergency maintenance program enabling technicians to respond to service requests 24/7, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Achieved a gross profit margin of 65% through effective resource management and project oversight.
- Awarded 60% - 70% of submitted bids
- Created and issued project order requests for scheduled projects to ensure proper resource allocation.
- Ordered equipment to fulfill project specifications and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Utilized virtual calendar software to efficiently schedule technicians for weekly project assignments.
- Technicians would be scheduled between 25 – 45 projects per week
- Other general responsibilities included scheduling fleet vehicle maintenance, outfitting new trucks with full tool inventory, ordering and issuing safety equipment to technicians, scheduling safety and technical training for technicians
Telecom Field Technician/Foremen
Patriot Towers
06.2005 - 01.2012
- Led team of 3-5 technicians in installation of telecom equipment including antennas, microwave dishes, coaxial/fiber, and power feeds, ensuring quality and efficiency.
- Executed construction of telecommunication towers using cranes and gin poles, contributing to project milestones.
- Performed RF testing of equipment with Anritsu/Kaelus spectrum analyzer
- Coordinated project schedules, achieving on-time completion of installations and enhancing overall project flow.
- Created customer closeout package that documented installed equipment, measurements of structure, antenna height, and final spectrum analysis.
- Hanes certified rigging for cranes and rope access work
- Maintained a under hour of bid completion between 25% - 40%
Education
Welding And Metal Fabrication
Lincoln Technical Institute
Windsor, CTSkills
- Equipment installation
- RF testing
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Equipment procurement
- Project management
- Construction coordination
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Equipment Engineer III
Verizon Wireless
04.2019 - Current
Telecom Project Manager
Patriot Towers
05.2013 - 03.2019
Telecom Field Technician/Foremen
Patriot Towers
06.2005 - 01.2012
Welding And Metal Fabrication
Lincoln Technical Institute