1. Vitaly Gipkhin 15306 Country Ridge Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017
(H) 636-519-9166 (C) 314-397-5880 vgipkhin@charter.net
SUMMARY
A versatile and technically strong professional with an extensive background in electrical systems,
networking, telecommunication and engineering technology. Seeking a position that demands
excellence in performance. Recognized as a leader who consistently demonstrates exceptional
customer service skills, promotes teamwork, engages in creative problem solving and increases
profitability. Highly proficient in computer applications, website development, engineering specifications
and new technologies and innovation. Displays high energy and serves as a valuable resource to both
colleagues and clients. Fluent in English and Russian languages.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Belarusian Polytechnic Institute, School of Electrical Engineering - Minsk, Belarus
Certificate of Course Completion Cisco Networking Academy CCNA
St. Louis Community College - St. Louis, MO
Certificate of Completion in Computer Networking Technology
Ranken Technical College - St. Louis, MO
Technical Skills
Protocols
TCP/IP, DNS, Telnet, DHCP, RIP v1/2, OSPF, EIGRP, Frame Relay, IEEE 802.1Q, PPP
Operating Systems
Windows XP/Vista/7Cisco IOS
Hardware
Desktops, Laptops, Switches, Routers, Servers, Access Points
Software
VNC, VMware, Cisco SDM
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Telepacific (Formerly Mpower Communications) - St. Louis, MO 2005 - 2015
Network Administrator/IP Provisioning and Test/Tune Up Representative
 Responsible for provisioning customers for multiple transports including wireless configurations.
 Assigned and managed IP addresses globally on the Telepacific network.
 Managed all customer configurations with upgrades and transport changes.
 Performed trouble shooting on 2
nd
and 3
rd
level issues with customers and vendors.
 Collaborated with multiple support groups in diagnosing service problems to satisfy customers.
 Monitored Quality Control on T1 circuit layout records utilizing TBS/Metsolv, Tracker, CMS and
Microsoft Office software.

2. MCI - St. Louis, MO 1999 - 2004
International Frame Relay/ATM Technician II
 Responsible for configuring frame relays and ATM circuits.
 Migrated private circuits from MGX switches to ESR.
 Configured and operated Alcatel, Lucent, Assent frame relay DACS, Cascade switches, Cisco
MGX/BPX ATM switches, frame relays and new bridge switches from remote access.
 Configured, installed and performed troubleshooting on DS-0, DS-1, E-1, DS-3 frame relay
circuits, DS-3, OC-3, OC-12, E-1 and E-3 ATM circuits.
 Collaborated with vendors and customers worldwide to activate circuits in a professional
manner and achieve deadlines.
Tri-Tek Info. Systems - St. Louis, MO 1998 - 1998
Branch Office Controller Technician (temporary)
 Responsible for installing cable and wired services for computer systems.
 Upgraded and installed motherboards, processors, hard drives and cards.
 Rebuilt servers to functionally support the new backup system in support of the IT process
improvement initiative.
Bohn & Dawson, Inc. - St. Louis, MO 1992 - 1998
Machine Operator
 Responsible for operating mig-benders, punch presses and cutting saws in a company that produced
specialized pipe components for customers.
 Extremely knowledgeable of machines operations and their service requirements.
Machine Building Company - Minsk, Belarus 1985 - 1989
Electrical Engineer
 Directed the maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment for CNC machinery.
 Performed troubleshooting on programmable logic controllers and repaired or replaced the
components as required.
 Installed and set up new CNC machinery and AC/DC electrical drives in order to make the equipment
production ready.
 Recommended and implemented design modifications to improve machinery operations which
resulted in improved productivity, less product waste and reduced costs.
Machine Tools Plant - Gorky, Russia 1983 - 1985
Electrical Design Engineer
 Designed and drafted electrical diagrams for milling machines to meet client specifications and
industry standards.
 Prepared construction documents including control panel diagrams and specifications for new
machine designs.
REFERENCES
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