Results-driven Network Technician specializing in diagnosing chronic circuit impairments. Conducts targeted assessments and troubleshooting to enhance performance and restore service. Leverages expertise in SONET and DACS transport systems, with hands-on experience in fiber backbone and local loops within telecommunications networks.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Technician
AT&T
Perryville, MO
03.2000 - 03.2026
Provided technical support to customers for wireless and internet services.
Diagnosed and resolved service issues through troubleshooting techniques.
Assisted customers with resolving technical issues for products and services, enhancing user experience.
Educated customers on product features and service plans effectively.
Diagnosed system errors and network problems using remote access tools.
Repaired various copper cable facilities to ensure reliable communication services.
Install and maintenance of all voice and data circuits including T1 and broadband internet
Provided tailored troubleshooting to resolve problems and restore service levels promptly.
Coordinated with engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues, ensuring timely solutions.
Responded to customer inquiries via telephone, email and online chat services.
Documented customer interactions in the ticketing system accurately.
Maintained hardware inventory accessibility to fulfill common requests for service.
Lead Technician
MCI Telecommunications
Chesterfield, Missouri
01.1997 - 03.2000
Lead technician in chronics department
Managed trouble reports, troubleshooting issues with network connectivity and performance
Private-line point-to-point voice and data circuits including T3, T1, ds0, and multi-point
Experience with echo cancellation on the T3 level
Frame Relay monitoring and troubleshooting
Use of DACS digital cross connect system including provisioning timing, framing, and error correction
Utilized MUX and channel banks for efficient data transmission.
Experienced with customer CPE, including CSU/DSU
Provided training and mentorship to new technicians
Assisted junior technicians in resolving complex technical problems.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
Education
Data Circuits Provisioning And Maintenance - Data Services Technician Training
Worldcom Technical Training School
03.1997 - 06.1997
Crystal City High School
Crystal City, MO
Skills
Network troubleshooting
Technical support
Circuit installation and maintenance
Able to support multiple transport systems including SONET and DACS
Strong understanding of electrical transport technologies including T3, T1, and DS0
Able to read and interpret CLR and complex network schematics including multi-point and frame relay
Experience with Echo Cancelers for voice service (T3 Echo Cancellation)
Extensive knowledge of timing, framing, and error correction
Timeline
Customer Service Technician
AT&T
03.2000 - 03.2026
Data Circuits Provisioning And Maintenance - Data Services Technician Training