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FPV / Drones, Running, Hiking, Mountain Biking
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William Montarbo

William Montarbo

Sr. Corporate Training Manager / Technical SME
San Leandro,CA

Summary

Senior Corporate Training Manager - Providing World Class Training to AT&T Employees in our Technical spaces. I have 23 years experience working for AT&T in our Broadband, Wireless, and Mobility Departments.
I started my career with Pacific Bell as a Broadband installer where I was Top Performer in Northern California in 2001. I then worked for SBC Global (formerly Pacific Bell) as a Tier II and Tier III Technical Support Representative, Lead, and SME (subject matter expert) in San Ramon California where I was asked to be a Technical Trainer traveling the world to provide Best in Class Training to our employees. I also provided Train the Trainer Classes to bring existing Instructors up to speed on new products and services to provide Best in Class service to our customers worldwide.

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Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Proficient in the Following Skills

  • 21 years of Technical SME / Problem-Solving Ability
  • 20 years of LAN/WAN Troubleshooting
  • 18 years CRM-Customer Relationship Management
  • 18 yearsCisco, Juniper, and Redback Router Configuration
  • 5 years PowerBI
  • 20 years Proficient in MS Suite of Products
  • 6 years Sales Force
  • 9 years Zoom, 9 years WebEx, 12years Adobe Connect
  • 5 years MS Teams
  • 5 years PowerBI
  • 9 years SharePoint
  • 10 years Order Processing
  • 23 years Customer Service Specialist
  • 15 years RAD
  • 23 years Customer Satisfaction

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Integrated Service Model Certified

AT&T Wireless
02.2016 - 01.2023
  • Integrated Service Model Certified which is a training methodology developed by AT&T
  • Motivated junior Instructors to provide exceptional learning environments.
  • Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Evaluated student demographics to make effective choices in class and activity development.
  • Created culture focused on teaching whole student and developing individual potential.
  • Worked with men and women of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages and lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Certified Mobility Service and Sales Instructor

AT&T Mobility
05.2015 - 01.2023
  • Delivered Training to troubleshoot issues with their service and process customer orders and inquiries via phone.
  • Fostered top-quality service delivery by answering questions and solving problems related to product information, pricing and order fulfillment.
  • Promoted new products and services to existing customers, driving revenue growth and satisfaction.
  • Handled customer inquiries and high volume calls to solve billing and ordering problems, independently resolving 99% of issues.
  • Determined customer needs and interests to recommend phone services and integrated bundles to customers.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to facilitate swift resolution of escalated issues.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
  • Increased revenue with strategic upselling of products and services to existing customers.
  • Delivered superior customer service to retain existing customers and attract future customers.
  • Informed customers of sales and promotions to build customer base, boost traffic and increase customer loyalty.

Senior Corporate Training Instructor

SBC Global / AT&T
10.2002 - 01.2023
  • Motivated dozens of existing junior instructors to provide exceptional learning environments.
  • Developed 48 job-specific competencies and performance standards.
  • Developed 73 lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III Technical training courses.
  • Reviewed hundreds of class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Evaluated student demographics to make effective choices in class and activity development.
  • Created culture focused on teaching whole student and developing individual potential.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
  • Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
  • Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
  • Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
  • Wrote training manuals for our Tier II Technical Department according to strict company guidelines and protocols.
  • Established and maintained quality control standards to meet and exceed our Key Performance Indicators.
  • Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes and adjusted training material to fit those needs.

Senior Corporate Training Instructor Broadband

SBC Global / AT&T
03.2002 - 01.2021
  • Delivered World Class Training to Tier I, Tier, II and Tier III Broadband Technical Departments.
  • Developed Training material for Tier II Broadband Departments.
  • Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Evaluated student demographics to make effective choices in class and activity development.
  • Created culture focused on teaching whole student and developing individual potential.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
  • Trained and mentored thousands of new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
  • Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
  • Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
  • Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
  • Created and oversaw technical training programs for operations.
  • Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials.
  • Wrote training manuals for Broadband employees and Technical positions according to strict company guidelines and protocols before being submitted to our Legal department.

Fiber/Fusion Splicing

Pacific Bell / AT&T
02.2001 - 05.2001

Certified in Fiber Splicing

Advanced Solutions Inc. DSL Technician

Pacific Bell / AT&T
12.2000 - 02.2002
  • Top Performer in Northern California (Broadband Installer) - Award presented by CEO Robert Cassoli.
  • Performed troubleshooting to correct computer hardware and software malfunctions.
  • Provided World Class Customer Service to our Broadband Customers
  • Lead SME in Network Care for various Residential and Businesses Clients
  • Configured and Maintained the Redback and Juniper Routers on the AT&T Network to support our customers connectivity
  • Responsible for LDAP troubleshooting and policy guidelines and accuracy

Education

A+ Certification - Computer Science

Chabot College
Hayward, CA

Skills

  • Customer Satisfaction
  • CRM-Customer Relationship Management
  • PowerBI
  • Brand Representation
  • Team Development
  • Customer Relations
  • Interactive Learning
  • Critical Thinking
  • Training Development Aptitude
  • Typing Proficiency
  • Order Processing
  • Problem-Solving Ability
  • Customer service specialist

FPV / Drones, Running, Hiking, Mountain Biking

I have a passion for flying.  I enjoy flying FPV Drones and keeping in shape by running, hiking, and mountain biking to name a few.

Timeline

Integrated Service Model Certified

AT&T Wireless
02.2016 - 01.2023

Certified Mobility Service and Sales Instructor

AT&T Mobility
05.2015 - 01.2023

Senior Corporate Training Instructor

SBC Global / AT&T
10.2002 - 01.2023

Senior Corporate Training Instructor Broadband

SBC Global / AT&T
03.2002 - 01.2021

Fiber/Fusion Splicing

Pacific Bell / AT&T
02.2001 - 05.2001

Advanced Solutions Inc. DSL Technician

Pacific Bell / AT&T
12.2000 - 02.2002

A+ Certification - Computer Science

Chabot College
William MontarboSr. Corporate Training Manager / Technical SME