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Theron Ellis
Lithia Springs,GA
Summary
Data center professional with proven track record in managing critical infrastructure and maintaining high operational standards. Known for reliability and flexibility in adapting to evolving requirements, contributing to team success and operational excellence. Expertise in hardware maintenance, network configuration, and problem-solving.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Center Technician
TEKsystems
Atlanta
07.2025 - Current
- Managed data center operations, ensuring optimal uptime and reliability of systems.
- Conducted routine hardware diagnostics to identify and resolve technical issues.
- Implemented preventative maintenance procedures to enhance equipment longevity.
- Oversaw installation and configuration of servers, networking devices, and storage solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support system upgrades and migrations.
- Moved and installed shelves, power strips, rails, servers, switches and other equipment.
- Installed and managed structured cabling infrastructure.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall service delivery, resulting in increased client satisfaction ratings.
- NV Links
- Down Links. Links are down;Check through Phynet and Power BI.
- (PRD)Pre Rack Deployment to BTO
- BTO to BTI
- Baremetal- All hardware(Rack Manager,TO, Mx Switch)is tested before handing off to customer.
- Accepted tasks and documented status using ticketing system, time reports and email.
- Streamlined processes for hardware installation, saving time and reducing potential errors during deployment.
- Reduced downtime for clients by swiftly addressing technical issues and performing routine maintenance on servers.
- Dressed and labeled cables for easy identification and traceability.
- Mentored junior staff members providing valuable technical knowledge-sharing opportunities that fostered a supportive work culture within the team.
Field Engineer/Network Technician
Field Solutions, LLC
05.2005 - Current
- Experience in analyzing, troubleshooting, and installing Point of Sale Systems.
- Provided support for IBM, NCR and CISCO computer systems and electronics to maximize store operations and minimize down time for clients including:
- -Banks and Financial Institutions: SunTrust Bank, CitiFinancial, Western Union
- -Government: Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Department of Agriculture (USDA).
- -Hotels/Motels: Motel 6, Holiday Inn.
- -Restaurants: Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Longhorn's Steakhouse, Morton's Steakhouse, Fuddruckers.
- -Retail Stores: Home Depot, Walmart, Sam’s, Starbucks, Macy's, TJ Maxx, Marshall's, Payless Shoes, BrandsMart, USA, GameStop, Sally Beauty Supply, Stride Rite, Things Remembered, Blockbuster, Applebee's.
- -Supermarkets: Kroger, Publix, Aldi’s, Piggly Wiggly.
- -Other: AMC Theaters, AT&T.
Electrician Helper
Cleveland Electric
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Outstanding knowledge of PC boards and soldering.
- Strong ability to identify electrical components and wires by color.
- High ability to form, route terminate and cut various conduits and connections.
- Sound ability to read maps and blueprints.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Installed and repaired a wide variety of building electric systems.
- Checked electrical units for broken insulation and loose connections.
- Used hand tools to reassemble equipment and replace worn or defective parts as needed.
- Transported electrical materials supplies and tools to various work sites as assigned.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Put in new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
- Assisted in wiring and fixture installation and repair.
- Conducted regular inspections of wiring fixtures and equipment as required.
- Complied with relevant safety and operations codes for all tasks.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of Journeyman.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Transported required supplies and employees from headquarters to job site using company vehicles.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
IT Technician
Teksystems/ Cisco Systems
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Functioned as primary inter-face while on various campuses (Atlanta, North Carolina, Texas) ensuring the removal of analog lines was completed in accordance with customer specification, on time, and within budget.
- Saved the company thousands of dollars by reducing/eliminating analog telephone line on several campuses.
- Logged and tracked calls using Butt Set, and maintained history records and related problem documentation with excel spread sheets.
- Developed, managed customer relationships and accounts.
Data Center Tech
Outsource/Facebook
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed various working duties with OSP and ISP.
- Building of panel/cassettes and installation.
- Installed patch cords.
- Building of panel/cassettes and installation.
- Worked with Build Team/ installed splicing racks/cabinets.
- Neatly dressed Sumitomo Optical Cables.
- Performed optical test and characterization for fiber optic device modules including visual inspection, geometry, insertion loss and return loss testing.(Fluke Tester)
- Handled fibers for device routing, ribbon break outs, components assemblies and custom splicing projects.
- Used Multitasking, high degree of attention to detail, proper organization, employing analytical skill, leadership and management, trained and assessed peers, and conducted first-level quality control.
Cable Puller
Outsource/Amazon
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Performed work duties on articulating boom lift (40ft /60ft) and scissor lift.
- Expert in splicing, cleaving, cleaning of fibers and inspection of quality work.
- Multiple termination types for multi-mode and single mode fibers.
- 24v and 70v paging systems.
- Pulled Cat6 through Cat6 data cabling.
- Neatly dressed and terminated large bundles of cables inside IDF cabinets.
- Constructed cable pathways with various j-hooks.
- Access controls.
- Responsible for installing & configuring IP security cameras.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 and various other OS.
Low Voltage Tech
Sterling Medical Corporation/ Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Installed an Tacera system/ IP Nurse Call and Clinical Communications platform (Nurse Call System). This system offers superior flexibility to support any hospital.
- Installation of Selected devices and displays such as: Patient Station, pull cords and call points, Pillow speakers require extensive knowledge of blueprint reading, RJ45 termination, and electrical wiring.
Print Coordinator
Peak Systems/MetLife
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Printed daily output trails by time needed (print available for pickup by scheduled time daily). Also collected printed material and sorted it for employees.
- Loaded printer and toner for printers.
- Escalate any printer issues to Xerox IT support team.
- Ordered paper/printer supplies.
- Collected reports that are needed.
- Performed quality checks on printers.
Technical Service Representative
Field Solutions, LLC - Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
04.2007 - 04.2008
- Support IBM/Lenovo New Product Releases; support ThinkVantage Technologies (TVT) software applications;
- Support IBM/Lenovo 3000 Family Notebooks and ThinkPad Notebooks (T, X and R Series)
Structural Mechanic
Aerospace Corporation/Gulfstream - Savannah, GA
Savannah, GA
10.2001 - 09.2002
- In a team-oriented work environment, with little to no supervision, performed a variety of structural assembly operations for the GV.
- Instruct and assist other team members in interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production installation difficulties and problems.
- Trained in shop math, blue print fundamentals, and aircraft coordinate systems
- Knowledgeable on fastener layout methods, hole preparation and fastener installation
- Basic knowledge of Lean, Total Preventive Maintenance concepts, Total Quality and Six Sigma tools
Education
UAS.S.AAS - Unmanned Aerial Systems
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH05.2016
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Troubleshooting skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Hardware installation
- Analytical thinking
- Goal setting
- Continuous improvement
- Server maintenance
- Cooling systems
- Computer hardware troubleshooting
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 10-hour & 30-hour
- Fall Protection
- Aerial Scissor Lift
- Precision Agriculture UAV, Sinclair Community College, 2016-05-01
- Certificate in Aircraft Assembly, Savannah Technical Institute, Savannah, GA, 2001-06-01
- Certification in Management/Supervision, Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA, 2003-07-01
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate, 2024-03-01
- Google Cybersecurity Professional, Working towards
- Cybersecurity/INE, e Learn Security, OSC, Working towards
Software
SQL
Interests
- Gardening
- Running
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a track coach
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Volunteering
- Swimming
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Timeline
Data Center Technician
TEKsystems
07.2025 - Current
Electrician Helper
Cleveland Electric
02.2024 - 06.2025
IT Technician
Teksystems/ Cisco Systems
02.2023 - 06.2023
Data Center Tech
Outsource/Facebook
08.2021 - 12.2021
Cable Puller
Outsource/Amazon
08.2020 - 11.2020
Low Voltage Tech
Sterling Medical Corporation/ Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio
02.2020 - 04.2020
Print Coordinator
Peak Systems/MetLife
11.2017 - 03.2019
Technical Service Representative
Field Solutions, LLC - Atlanta, GA
04.2007 - 04.2008
Field Engineer/Network Technician
Field Solutions, LLC
05.2005 - Current
Structural Mechanic
Aerospace Corporation/Gulfstream - Savannah, GA
10.2001 - 09.2002
UAS.S.AAS - Unmanned Aerial Systems
Sinclair Community College