VINCE LEE
Garland,TX
Summary
Hands-on verification tester and failure analysis technician with strong knowledge of telecom hardware, RF repair, SONET systems, and test equipment. Brings disciplined documentation, calibrated testing practices, and component-level troubleshooting that supports accurate repairs, production targets, and dependable communication across repair teams.
Overview
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Certification
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Verification Tester
Fortress Solutions
Plano, Texas
01.2008 - Current
- Ranked second in company for total verification testing, completing up to 20 tests and evaluations each day.
- Verified and diagnosed problems on telecommunications printed circuit boards for Cisco 15454 equipment and systems from Nortel, Alcatel/Lucent, Ciena, Fujitsu 2400, 4100, 4300, and 4500 models, plus Redback, Sycamore, and Ditech.
- Performed failure verification on telecommunications equipment to identify issues.
- Conducted performance assessments on various network equipment to identify operational capabilities.
- Maintained production standards, schedules, and quality metrics while coordinating repair status and RMA progress with technicians, engineering, and management.
- Updated repair records in PC and ERP systems and recorded calibrated equipment IDs in test records.
- Researched component details in datasheets to enhance circuit knowledge and ensure accurate part requests.
RF Repair Technician
RMS
Carrollton, Texas
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Secured full-time position within three months after transitioning from RF Repair Technician.
- Diagnosed RMS equipment issues using hand tools and test instruments.
- Repaired motors, wiring, and mechanical parts for RMS service jobs.
- Inspected damaged units for wear, safety concerns, and replacement needs.
RF Repair Technician
CellStar
Coppell, Texas
03.2006 - 01.2007
- Repaired two-dozen cellular telephones daily, troubleshooting and diagnosing performance issues for Verizon, Kyocera, Samsung, Nokia and other major brands to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Diagnosed equipment failures using RMS repair procedures and inspection checklists.
- Repaired mechanical components, wiring, and fittings following RMS safety standards.
- Disassembled damaged units for troubleshooting, cleaning, and part replacement.
Appointment Setter / Inside Sales (FT / PT)
Statewide Remodeling
Mesquite, Texas
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Provide in-store (SAMS Club) consulting for new Sun Rooms and Conservatories for upper demographic residential homes. Discussed design layouts, installation demands, product quality and technical issues.
- Achieved top ranking among 26 producers while employed full-time.
RF Repair Technician
OnTronic
Richardson, Texas
01.2005 - 09.2005
- Recruited to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair cellular telephone equipment (Motorola, Samsung and LG cellular hand-held products). Completed over 30 individual unit repairs per eight hour shift including driver and software downloads.
- Knowledgeable with TDMA, CDMA and GSM protocols.
Certified worldcom Transmission SONET Tester
Accucom Technical Services
Dallas, Texas
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Provisioned new Nortel SONET (Lightwave) optical switches (OC-12, 48,192/MORS and MOR Plus) also Microwave Transmission for MCI Worldcom projects nationwide.
- Installed software, calibrated settings with competitive switches and equipment within the system Cisco, Alcatel, Nortel), monitored power levels and assured that light beams were properly routed.
- Completed nearly a dozen tests for new multi-city and multi-state fiber optic systems, with overall accountability for supplies, installations and timetables.
- Discussed technical issues with IT professionals with ISPs, ILECs and CLECs.
- Attained Certification 30% ahead of schedule.
Technician III (Promoted)
Sears
, Texas
01.1982 - 01.1999
- Promoted to provide technical knowledge and production leadership and mentoring to a ten-person team handling the entire Sears electronic product line: PC's, televisions and appliances including all Private Label lines.
- Generated nearly ten years of exemplary production; named Employee of the Month in 1995 for outstanding productivity. Averaged 115% of production quotas over the period.
- Mentored and trained newly hired employees or Interns in policy, procedure and technical knowledge, commencing in 1995.
Technician II (Promoted)
Sears
, Texas
01.1987 - 01.1990
- Performed ongoing installations of DOS-based operating systems in both Sears Private Label Cash Register systems and also personal PC-based system sold as a Value Added Reseller.
- Installed operating software and select business applications for both Macintosh and IBM based systems.
- Performed failure and root cause analysis to the component level for PC Motherboards for both PC and Private Label systems.
Technician I (Promoted)
Sears
, Texas
01.1984 - 01.1987
- Ongoing responsibility for diagnosis, test and repair of a wide variety of circuit boards, used primarily in appliances (water softeners, dishwashers). Support all lines of Sears' products, including private label.
Education
Associates - Electronic Telecommunication
EASTFIELD COLLEGE
Mesquite, Texas12-1997
Associates - Digital Electronics
EASTFIELD COLLEGE
Mesquite, Texas12-1991
Skills
- Tberd (BER) ~ Sunset / Phoenix test ~ Fiber Optic Tester ~ Fiber and Cable Splicing Transmission Testers~ Back-Reflection Meter ~ Optical Fiber Scope ~ Fault Locator Test Equipment ~ LRE's and LTE's ADMS: 11; 1:1; and 1:N Systems ~ OC192 / MORS / REGENS ~ Microwave ~ RF Transmission Digital Lightwave Tester
- General Telecom
- Multilevel Network Switching Boards ~ RF Switch Boards ~ Northern Telecom Switches: DMS250, MERIDIAN, SL-1, DMS100 and DMS500 ~ PBX SWITCHES ~ Cellular Mobile ~ CDMA / TDMA ~ GSM ~ RF Signal Analyzer Tester ~ RF Power Test Equipment
- General Technical Capabilities
- AutoCad ~ Oscilloscopes ~ Generators ~ Ammeters ~ Voltmeters ~ Schematics ~ AC / DC Power Systems ~ Digital Lightwave Test Set ~ Power Measurements ~ Most Agilent Test Equipment
- Personal Traits
- Highly Organized ~ Exceptional Analytical Skills ~ Process Oriented ~ Strong Documentation Skills Leader and Mentor ~ Disciplined and Proactive
Certification
Certified A+ Technician - 2003, SYLVAN PROMETRIC, Certified Electronic Technician - Cellular Communications - May, 1998
Awards and Recognition
Named Employee of the Month (out of 150) for resolving an ongoing electrical short for a new circuit board. Added a silicon pad to prevent rattling in the socket, eliminating the problem., Consistently selected by the engineering department to assist in the test of new circuit board designs destined for Sears' products.
Timeline
Verification Tester
Fortress Solutions
01.2008 - Current
RF Repair Technician
RMS
01.2007 - 01.2010
RF Repair Technician
CellStar
03.2006 - 01.2007
RF Repair Technician
OnTronic
01.2005 - 09.2005
Appointment Setter / Inside Sales (FT / PT)
Statewide Remodeling
01.2001 - 01.2006
Certified worldcom Transmission SONET Tester
Accucom Technical Services
01.1999 - 01.2001
Technician II (Promoted)
Sears
01.1987 - 01.1990
Technician I (Promoted)
Sears
01.1984 - 01.1987
Technician III (Promoted)
Sears
01.1982 - 01.1999
Associates - Electronic Telecommunication
EASTFIELD COLLEGE
Associates - Digital Electronics
EASTFIELD COLLEGE