Vinny Black
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Hardworking Installation Technician looking to new tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills in the IT and Bench Repair field. Outstanding analytical and perception abilities. Adept at working with operating systems and hardware troubleshooting and installation .
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Installation Technician 2
Compucom IT systems
- Conducted installation of printer cradle points and workstations, confirming functionality of all networking connections. Completed progress reports and documentation for accountability. Notified relevant personnel of issues requiring swift resolution.
- Performed routine evaluations and mitigated hardware and software problems
- Established and configured IT systems for client locations promoting operational efficiency.
- Installed and configured IT systems for client locations, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting for hardware and software issues.
Driver Ride Share
Uber Drivers
12.2017 - Current
- Achieved excellent customer satisfaction as Uber X driver, recognized for numerous compliments. Maintained impeccable driving history with a strong focus on safety and reliability. Consistently provided timely transportation services to enhance rider experience.
- Ensured excellent customer service via efficient communication and on-time pickups.
- Employed GPS technology to navigate routes efficiently, resulting in reduced wait times.
- Delivered exceptional customer service through effective communication and timely pickups.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS technology to optimize routes and reduce wait times.
Computer Installation Tech 2
CompuCom
02.2023 - 01.2024
- performed hardware and software troubleshooting, analyzing and rectifying technical issues for various clients
- established, optimized, and serviced computer systems, networks, printers, and various peripherals
- Joined forces with team members to create innovative solutions for sophisticated technical problems.
- Ensured high-quality customer service by promptly managing inquiries and effectively troubleshooting technical concerns.
- Administered computer equipment inventory and secured necessary supplies for operational readiness.
- Coordinated with vendors to acquire necessary hardware or software competitively priced without compromising quality standards
- Logged all repairs conducted on computers and relevant devices for subsequent reference
- Installed and configured hardware and software for various IT systems.
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs on malfunctioning equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Electronics Sales Associate
Retail department store
07.2014 - 04.2016
- Directed cleanliness of sales environment facilitating effective product visibility on sales floor.
- sales register operation for handling cash, credit, and debit card payments.
- engaged with merchants to secure inventory placement and presentation for customer satisfaction.
- more than 1000 hours dedicated to quality customer care.
- Assisted customers in selecting electronics, providing tailored recommendations based on needs.
- Maintained product displays, ensuring items were well-stocked and visually appealing.
Education
Olympic College
01.2022
High school diploma -
Bates Technical College
01.2025
Glendale College
Glendale, AZ01.2014
Skills
- Proficient in hardware diagnostics
- System control proficiency
- Proficient in PLC systems
- Electrical system evaluation
- Network administration
- Cross-platform VM administration using Hyper-V and Oracle
- Information systems analysis
- Basic software development skills
- Proficient in computer hardware
- Proficient in mechanical principles
- Basic Linux command line usage
- Technical support for laptops
- Computer systems operation
- Certified computer support technician
- Technical service expertise
- IT systems management
Affiliations
- Blue belt in Shotokan Karate November 2022 to December 2023
- Martial arts training. Self defense and traditional points fighting.
Certification
- Computer Support Technician
- Automotive Tech Student
- Computer Support Technician Certification
- Driver's License
- CompTIA A+
- Security+
- CySA+
Timeline
Computer Installation Tech 2
CompuCom
02.2023 - 01.2024
Driver Ride Share
Uber Drivers
12.2017 - Current
Electronics Sales Associate
Retail department store
07.2014 - 04.2016
Installation Technician 2
Compucom IT systems
Olympic College
High school diploma -
Bates Technical College
Glendale College
Awards
Green belt in Taekwondo, April 2011, 1 year of martial arts training. Self defense and traditional points fighting.
Additional Information
- Further reading -
- Less related - I have attended a trade school in Glendale Az. for auto body repair. This is one of my hobbies. We mostly worked on paint and some fiberglass repairs.
- Less related - I have painted cars for friends and family since I was 21 years of age. I am pretty good with the automotive industry.
- Auto painting tasks-
- Spraying-
- Trucks, cars, motorcycles, heavy equipment, and semi tractor trailers.
- Tools used-
- Spray guns-Includes Binks, Devilbiss, Astro Binks copy, Graco dripless cup and Graco robotics.
- Products used-
- Synthetic enamel, acrylic enamel, synth and acryl both with gloss hardener.
- 2000s hardener with acrylic enamel.
- Polyurethane.
- Lacquer paint with clear and with Ez Blend.
- Buffed and polished hundreds of custom car parts using cutting pads, polishing pads and foam pads. Also did customized trucks from start to finish using color sanding and polishing, and color sanding the clear process.
- Chemicals used-
- Finessit 2, imperial micro finishing compound, zip wax, and heavy duty compound among others.
- I have had at least 4 Auto Detailing Jobs one of which we did custom trucks. Was in charge of color sanding and finishing custom color coat clear coat paint jobs and have a good knowledge of how professional finishing works.
- Studied on my own time the fundamentals of IT (Udemy). I have earned a certificate in the CySA training program on the Udemy platform and have the equivalent to Security+ training from a technical college. I also have command line basics (Windows and Linux) which is helpful in computer setup and general IP networking.
- I am currently working with a nonprofit organization in Bremerton WA. called Kitsap Computing Seniors. I have been on the board of trustees for this organization for the last year. I am also a PC repair tech for the subdivision known as New Horizons. We repair and upgrade computers to be distributed to people who can't afford them. We provide these services for seniors and people who are enrolled in college and that can't afford to purchase one themselves.
- Some of my hobbies include programming in PHP. I am also a practitioner with Raspberry Pi Pico. I have done many labs including setting up a Web Server camera. I am currently training myself on writing code for the ESP32. These projects use Micro Python and sketches from C. There are many projects available so I am expanding my knowledge greatly. Some experience with Hack the Box and other simulations.