Thomas Earnshaw
Columbus,IN
Summary
30+ year Telecommunication Veteran. Experienced and proficient in all aspects of DC POWER INSTALLATION, TURN UP AND TEST.
Resourceful professional in installation, maintenance, and repair with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and equipment safety protocols. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork to deliver high-quality workmanship on schedule.
Proficient installer offering several years of experience focused on customer satisfaction. Strong mechanical and technical skills with good eye for detail. Versed in diagnosing and repairing issues and installing new systems.
Skilled in diverse installation, maintenance, and repair tasks across various industries. Possess hands-on experience in troubleshooting complex issues and delivering efficient solutions. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and methodologies with strong problem-solving skills. Improved operational efficiency and equipment longevity through proactive maintenance strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LEVEL IV CENTRAL OFFICE DC POWER INSTALLER
SHAWCOM
Columbus
01.2018 - Current
- Mounted and connected mechanical and electrical equipment according to specifications.
- Conducted pre-installation site visits to measure, evaluate, and plan installations, reducing project delays.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, materials and tools to complete work on job sites.
- Tested and troubleshot systems to alleviate potential issues.
- Implemented custom installations based on client specifications, maintaining high standards of quality and aesthetics.
- Read and comprehended technical documentation, checked measurements and reviewed site conditions to facilitate installation.
- Followed blueprints, diagrams, and installation instructions accurately to complete tasks efficiently.
- Installation and Testing of 350,500 & 750 MCM -48V Power distribution cable.
- All associated lacing, fire stopping, cable protection and forming.
- Hot-cut, non-interupt equipment cutover at the CENTRAL OFFICE PSTN AND MTSO LEVEL.
- Decommission and cut over of live equipment including remote cabinets, cellular, and CENTRAL OFFICE environments.
- Utilization, Maintenance and Transport of Emergency Power Generation Equipment.
- 30+ years of experience in Telecom Power and Switching (PSTN-PBX Public Switched Telephone Network and Private Branch Exchange).
- AT&T, VERIZON, FRONTIER, CENTURYLINK, NORTEL Installation Guidelines and Procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Telecommunications
IBEW Thru CenturyLink
Ft Wayne, IN09-2010
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Microwave Communication
ANS Alcatel Network Systems
Dallas, TX05-1995
Associate of Science - Avionics Electronics
College of The USAF
Denver, CO11-1988
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics And Telecommunication
Valparasio Technical Institute
Valparaiso, IN05-1987
Skills
- Equipment installation
- System troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Power distribution
- Team Lead/Installation
- Logistics
- Multi site operation
- Job bidding
- Emergency power systems
- Cable protection
- Cutover procedures
- Quality assurance
- Project planning
- Customer relations
- Machinery operation
- Self motivation
- Manual dexterity
- Diagnostic skills
- Estimating
- Vendor relations
- Installation expertise
- Safety protocols
- Multitasking Abilities
- Component assembly
- Emergency procedures
- Electronic equipment repair
Timeline
LEVEL IV CENTRAL OFFICE DC POWER INSTALLER
SHAWCOM
01.2018 - Current
Associate of Science - Telecommunications
IBEW Thru CenturyLink
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Microwave Communication
ANS Alcatel Network Systems
Associate of Science - Avionics Electronics
College of The USAF
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics And Telecommunication
Valparasio Technical Institute