Thomas Allen
Columbia,SC
Summary
Experienced with communication systems and network maintenance. Utilizes technical skills to ensure effective transmission and operational efficiency. Knowledge of troubleshooting and system optimization enhances reliability and performance.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving. Skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist 1
State of South Carolina(Department of Administration)
2023 - Current
- Managed procurement processes to ensure compliance with state regulations and policies.
- Analyzed vendor proposals to assess value, quality, and cost-effectiveness of products and services.
- Facilitated contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.
- Developed training materials for staff on procurement procedures and best practices for efficiency improvements.
Multichannel Transmission Operator Maintainer
United States Army Reserve
10.2015 - 09.2023
- Configure internet connections, routers and wireless access for devices.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose issues in order to determine appropriate repair procedures.
- Analyze User-generated trouble tickets to determine causes of problems and took appropriate action for resolution.
- Supervise, install, operate, and perform unit level maintenance on multichannel line-of-site and tropospheric scatter communications systems, communications security (COMSEC) devices, and associated equipment.
Procurement Specialist 1
Snelling Staffing(Temp Agency)
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Dispatch Government vehicles to specific shops for maintenance and create invoices through Microsoft excel.
- Work with other team members to ensure invoices and paperwork was recorded and filled.
- Increase communication skills by speaking with various customers on a daily basis.
- Use a variety of problem solving skills to meet customers needs within a short period of time.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed a platoon of 45+ soldiers across Europe which consisted of administrative paperwork and field exercises. Also trained multiple soldiers on deploying and troubleshooting the Satellite Transportable System (STT).
- Participated in staff, team meetings and offered a positive presence during the duration of the deployment.
- Worked well independently and on a team to solve problems in the absence of key leadership.
- Crossed into different language barriers to ensure mission success.
Inventory Associate
Carmax
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Maintain inventory count, tracked usage and documented variances.
- Keep all documentation, records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Wash, detail and deliver vehicles to customers.
- Worked a multitude of shifts to include 6am-3pm, 8am-5pm, 10am-7pm and 3pm-12am.
Education
Automotive Technology -
Nascar Technical Institute
Mooresville, NC10.2014
Diploma - undefined
Airport High School
West Columbia, SC05.2011
Skills
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Ability to Multitask
- Effective Time Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Computer Networking
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
05.2020 - 05.2021
Procurement Specialist 1
Snelling Staffing(Temp Agency)
01.2020 - 05.2023
Inventory Associate
Carmax
10.2018 - 12.2019
Multichannel Transmission Operator Maintainer
United States Army Reserve
10.2015 - 09.2023
Diploma - undefined
Airport High School
Procurement Specialist 1
State of South Carolina(Department of Administration)
2023 - Current
Automotive Technology -
Nascar Technical Institute