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Tyson Edison

Tsaile,AZ

Summary

Motivated professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability. Proven ability to work independently while quickly acquiring new skills. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to contribute fresh perspectives to any team.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fiber Optic Technician

Navajo Tribal Utility Authority
Fort Defiance, AZ
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Documented installation records in a timely manner.
  • Addressed complex challenges linked to various telecom systems.
  • Inspected and tested fiber optics equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Identified issues with existing cable plants using OTDRs.
  • Built out new fiber runs for customer connections.
  • Calibrated test equipment to verify accuracy of readings.
  • Tracked inventory levels of tools, parts, and supplies used in job sites.
  • Troubleshot and repaired fiber optic systems.
  • Performed maintenance on fiber optic networks.
  • Worked with other technicians as part of a team on large projects.
  • Assisted with the development of new technologies related to fiber optics.
  • Provided technical support to customers regarding their fiber optic needs.
  • Created drawings for outside plant construction projects.
  • Prepared detailed reports on completed projects for management review.
  • Monitored progress reports and documented results from each job site visit.
  • Conducted fusion splicing of single-mode and multi-mode fibers.
  • Installed, terminated, spliced and tested fiber optic cables.
  • Installed outside plant fiber optics in manhole and telco boxes.
  • Spliced cables with hand tools, epoxy or mechanical equipment.
  • Climbed poles and entered tunnels, buildings, trenches or manholes to accomplish various job tasks.
  • Connected wires and cables to terminals and attached and detached various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings or poles.
  • Utilized software applications to monitor and troubleshoot telecom devices from remote locations.
  • Worked with truck-mounted reels to complete large installation projects.
  • Completed line work at heights using bucket trucks and underground using access points.
  • Pulled lines to proper tension for safety and durability of installation work.
  • Established and modified networks and computers at businesses, schools, government buildings, medical facilities, and homes.
  • Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations.
  • Installed, set up, and repaired devices and system components.

Ironworker

AV Decking
Litchfield, AZ
02.2020 - 12.2021
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with tools and supplies needed for job sites.
  • Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
  • Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
  • Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of the project.
  • Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
  • Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
  • Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
  • Performed preventive maintenance checks on all tools used during construction projects.
  • Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
  • Managed and tracked materials and supplies needed for projects and expedited additional materials to avoid project delay.
  • Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
  • Performed layout and set up blocking in mod footprint.
  • Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
  • Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.

Temp Worker

Merrill Fence Company
Gallup, NM
05.2019 - 02.2020
  • Installed fence posts, panels, and gates according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Leveled ground surfaces for installation of fencing structures.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading trucks containing supplies needed for jobs.
  • Attached post caps, rails, pickets, and other components with nails or screws.
  • Operated power tools such as saws, drills, and grinders for cutting and shaping materials.
  • Dug holes for posts using augers or post hole diggers.
  • Lifted heavy objects such as pre-fabricated panels onto supports during the course of fence installations.
  • Maintained records of all installed fencing systems including material costs and labor hours expended.
  • Repaired existing fences that had been damaged by wind or other weather events.
  • Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions using hand tools.
  • Completed work in different weather conditions and on diverse ground types.
  • Constructed metal, chain link and wooden fences and borders.
  • Assembled, packed and shipped fence panels with selected packing devices and shipping containers to protect load shipment.
  • Marked and laid out fence lines and pole locations in accordance with work order and project specifications.
  • Blasted rock formations and rocky areas with dynamite to facilitate posthole digging.
  • Loaded fencing materials and tools onto trucks for transport to job site.
  • Fastened fence gates into position using appropriate tools.
  • Stretch wire and wire mesh between posts.
  • Verified location of water lines and utilities with local officials prior to commencing digging.
  • Mentored new employees, coaching in job tasks and company procedures.

Night Shift Supervisor

Friedman Recycling
Albuquerque, NM
02.2018 - 04.2019
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
  • Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.

Education

High School Diploma -

Valley High School
Sanders, AZ
05-2012

Associate of Arts - Pre-Eng

Dine College
Tsaile, AZ

Skills

  • Fiber optic splicing
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Optical time-domain reflectometry
  • Fiber optic installation
  • Technical support
  • Problem solving
  • Fusion splicing
  • OTDR operation
  • Cable installation
  • Safety awareness
  • Signal testing
  • Outside plant engineering
  • Fiber optic routing
  • Fiber optic standards

Certification

  • Flagger Training Course
  • Fiber Optic Installer
  • Safety One Training
  • American Red Cross Training Services

Timeline

Fiber Optic Technician

Navajo Tribal Utility Authority
01.2022 - 07.2024

Ironworker

AV Decking
02.2020 - 12.2021

Temp Worker

Merrill Fence Company
05.2019 - 02.2020

Night Shift Supervisor

Friedman Recycling
02.2018 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Valley High School

Associate of Arts - Pre-Eng

Dine College