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Terrence Baines

Danville,VA

Summary

Competent Telecommunications Technician bringing multiple years of experience installing voice, data and other systems. Expert at equipment configuration and troubleshooting. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Fiber Optic Cable Technician

AmeriCrew, LLC
21 Omaha St. Dumont, NJ 07628
10.2023 - Current
  • Installed underground main line fiber optic cable
  • Confirmed compliance with all industry standards and regulations related to cabling and telecommunications
  • Installed direct drop fiber optic cable and conduit for cable installation.
  • Assisted with the burial of fiber optic cable and conduit utilizing cable plow machinery and Ditch Witch trenchers.
  • Installed underground Hand Hole communication boxes.
  • Assisted with transportation, loading and unloading of mini excavator and other heavy equipment.
  • Conducted landscaping and ground restoration.
  • Operated equipment, vehicles, and tools with optimal safety procedures to prevent injuries.

Picker

Ameristaff Employment & Staffing Solutions
Eden, NC
02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
  • Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Sorted and organized items in designated areas for easy access.
  • Scanned and verified UPC codes for all products to aid in identification.
  • Verified proper labeling and identification on all orders before shipment.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.

Security Electronics Technician/Network Technician

CGL
12.2021 - 01.2022
  • Experienced systems/, with significant communications and technical control experience
  • Focused and hard working; willing to go the extra mile for the customer
  • Skilled in troubleshooting complex problems by thinking outside the box
  • Possesses a high degree of professionalism and dedication to exceptional quality
  • Effective team player with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Blueprint reading Sensory testing Keypad programming
  • Codes compliance Backup battery testing Alarm installation
  • Analytical thinking Microsoft Word Cultural awareness
  • System repair Written communication Recordkeeping
  • Social perceptiveness Coordination, Maintained and fixed various electronic and electrical systems in a State Correctional Facility
  • Also filled in as General Maintenance as an alternate to fix building maintenance related problems
  • Primary responsibility was to maintain CCTV security camera systems, facility intercom communication systems, backup emergency power generators for the facility, emergency lighting systems, alarm systems, security gates, and systems that gave notification of tampering with security fences
  • Duties that were also included was installing computer network cabling,phone and cable tv and installing televisions
  • Repaired and troubleshot any issues relating to access control and control boards used
  • Ordered necessary parts that were damaged,inoperable, and needed replacement
  • Optimized building security by installing, maintaining, and repairing security systems
  • Offered to assist with additional tasks to keep projects on-task and meet tight deadlines
  • Received work through a work order system and completed tasks according to job priority in a timely manner.

Field Service Technician

Acara Solutions
08.2014 - 09.2018
  • Installed mechanical package handling equipment
  • Ensured that the equipment was installed to specifications
  • Set machine modules to centerline and specific heights
  • Installed conduit and electrical wiring
  • Installed UNL and LOA package loading and unloading equipment at various UPS Facilities all over the US.
  • Installed VISICON POLARIS Singulator package handling machines at UPS facilities.
  • Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
  • Interpreted equipment diagrams and blueprints to fully understand mechanical and electrical systems in need of service.
  • Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.

Process Technician

Essell Propack
Danville, Va
01.2013 - 08.2014

Set up, operated and maintained a highspeed production line The production line produced various tubes for retail products

Maintained detailed data logs of production quantities and maintenance performed on the machine during a failure or stoppage

Repaired the machine during breakdowns

Assisted maintenance teams on tool changes amd replacing broken parts.

Electronic Mechanic

ITT Exelis Corp. KBOSSS
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2011 - 06.2012

Inspected and repaired multiple types of military communications equipment

Used advanced testing equipment such as oscilloscopes and meters to perform diagnostic and troubleshooting

Performed multiple tests and replaced damaged and failed electronic cards and damaged parts of the equipment

Repaired night vision equipment and tested the equipment to ensure reliable function in the field.

Reintegration Electronics Technician

ITT Systems
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2010 - 03.2011

Layout, built and installed upgraded military communications equipment inside vehicles Installed computer monitors, gps tracking systems and two way radio equipment.

Signal Support Systems Specialist

US Army
Fort Hood, TX
05.2003 - 01.2010
  • Handled all troubleshooting tasks for signal support services, which included radio, wire and battlefield automated systems.
  • Supervised and assisted with battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices.
  • Provided maintenance and technical assistance to commanders and staff in regards to signal support systems.
  • Trained users to connect to and utilize Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs).
  • Set up terminal devices, completing prescribed onboarding processes to verify successful integration into existing network frameworks.
  • Tested signal-level equipment for operational performance within prescribed tolerances.

Education

Manufacturing Technician Certificate: Industrial Maintence Technology -

Danville Community College
Danville, VA

Skills

  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Machine Setups
  • Testing Devices
  • Safety Practices
  • Production Work
  • Telecommunications Systems
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Device Installation
  • Conduit Running
  • Workplace Safety

Timeline

Fiber Optic Cable Technician

AmeriCrew, LLC
10.2023 - Current

Picker

Ameristaff Employment & Staffing Solutions
02.2022 - 10.2022

Security Electronics Technician/Network Technician

CGL
12.2021 - 01.2022

Field Service Technician

Acara Solutions
08.2014 - 09.2018

Process Technician

Essell Propack
01.2013 - 08.2014

Electronic Mechanic

ITT Exelis Corp. KBOSSS
06.2011 - 06.2012

Reintegration Electronics Technician

ITT Systems
12.2010 - 03.2011

Signal Support Systems Specialist

US Army
05.2003 - 01.2010

Manufacturing Technician Certificate: Industrial Maintence Technology -

Danville Community College
Terrence Baines