Communications Technician Resume Washington, DC - Hire IT People

SUMMARY:

Technically skilled Manager versed in the installation and maintenance of commercial and military radio & radar devices. Proficient in using such measurement and test equipment as spectrum analyzers, frequency domain reflectometers, and RF Signal Generators.
Skilled Project Manager with 12 years of experience used to guide initiatives from initial planning and client needs assessment to vendor management, resource procurement, and system testing within strict deadlines.
Talented staff leader able to mobilize, train, and mentor staff to consistently deliver qualitative service in direct fulfillment of client requirements.
Granted a Top - Secret Security Clearance (currently active).
Built and expanded the Confidential -way paging network in the Washington, DC/Baltimore markets, including indoor repeaters and BDA devices.
Completed Confidential Incident Command Courses, including ICS, 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
Project Management Software Upgrades Network Administration Staff Management
System Testing Interference Resolution System Uptimes Vendor Relations, Management
Preventive Maintenance Procurement Problem Resolution Customer Relations Mentoring
Training & Development Deadline Management Performance Appraisals

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, Washington, DC

Communications Technician

Responsibilities:

Support Radio Systems for the Confidential .
This includes radio system analysis using an Anritsu Site master to track Talk-In and Talk out radio coverage, performing preventative maintenance and upgrading software and codeplugs on portable and mobile units.
We also sweep all antennas and transmission lines to make sure they are within specifications.

Confidential, Timonium, Maryland

Project Manager

Responsibilities:

Support the sales team by providing site walks with customers, build out quotes and procurement of associated parts to complete projects.
Provide associated documentation including, parts cost, and labor hours that are needed for invoicing.
Led a team to build out the security operations center at the University of Maryland.
Completed the build out of a GPS clock system at the command dispatch center at BWI airport.

Confidential, Beltsville, Maryland

Field Technician

Responsibilities:

Upgrade the flash memory and code plugs for the mobile radios of area police, fire, and airport officers as part of the Prince George County’s major re-banding project for the Washington, DC government and the Confidential .
Led an effort to deliver the project well before the October deadline.

Confidential, Annapolis, Maryland

Technical Manager

Responsibilities:

Directed 6 Field Technicians in the installation of Confidential transmitters and receivers at radio shelters to maintain wireless messaging networks throughout Baltimore, Philadelphia, and upstate New York.
Checked project sites in conjunction with vendors, procuring the necessary phone lines, data circuits, electrical power, installation, antennas, feedline, and connectors. Directed the tower crew in the installation and mounting of the antennas.
Programmed and erected the transmitters and receivers.
Reviewed staff performance annually.
Minimized network downtime, including by requiring Field Technicians to document maintenance trends in radio logs to anticipate and address emerging issues.
Strengthened relationships with Field Technicians assigned to remote locations through individual and group meetings designed to share best practices and innovative ideas.
Tested and remedied issues with RF coverage in response to customer complaints.
Traveled to 120 radio sites per year to perform quality checks.
Earned an Ovation Award for emergency operations during Hurricane Isabel.

Confidential, Baltimore, Maryland

Senior Enlisted Advisor

Responsibilities:

Progressed through numerous roles from an initial start as a Radio/Radar Technician to a more recent appointment as a Reserve Enlisted Advisor managing 10-15 personnel at a small boat station.
Mentor staff, encouraging and advising them on successful career paths and growth.
Complete annual reviews for all station reserve personnel.
Earned the highest rating possible during a recent performance appraisal.