1. Carl Vincent Rogers
8 Chance Meadow, Guston, Near Dover, Kent CT15 5EP
Tel: 01304 226185 Mob: 07769 688250 Email: carlvrogers@btinternet.com
PERSONAL PROFILE
An accomplished and highly proficient ICT Technician with a strong background in network
design, installation and configuration. Qualified in ICT and mechanical engineering. Also, a
qualified electrician.
Familiar with a broad range of network technologies, including servers, desktop computers,
cabling and switches. Familiar with general IT concepts and Microsoft applications. Has a
demonstrable track record of resolving hardware and software issues and maintaining maximum
uptime on networks
A thorough and conscientious individual with a 'down to earth' approach. Now looking to deploy
his managerial and technical skills in a new role, such as Network Engineer.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
• Installed a network consisting of 12 servers and 850 desktop computers at a college
within the immovable time frame imposed by the six-week summer break.
• Was able to teach ICT networking and maintenance also Electronics at City & Guilds,
ONC and HNC level.
• Project managed communications network migration from co-ax cabling to a fibre-optic
network within a tight timescale.
• Reduced an 80% failure rate to just 3% by analysing a machine stop sensitivity issue and
then designing a component to overcome the problem.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
• Houchins Aerospace March 2014 to March 2015
•Electronics Engineer, PCB assembler and tester. Made redundant, due to Houchins closure.
• SELF EMPLOYED FEB 2011 TO MARCH 2014
• Electronic Module Services (EMS LTD), Electronic Assembly Technician.
• Repair and maintenance of PCs, Servers and audio-visual equipment.
• Freelance IT administration, helpdesk, networking, repair and configuration.
• Supporting clients via floor walking, telephone, help desk, remote site support or email.
• Various Electrical installations, rewires, additional lighting and sockets.
Walmer Science and Technology College Feb 2005 to Feb 2011
ICT Systems Technician, Now closed, part of Castle Community College. No previous staff
present.
• Analysed the existing network’s problems and limitations. Designed, sourced,
installed and configured a replacement network of 12 Windows servers and 850
desktop computers. Used Symantec GhostCast Server 8.2 to replicate the systems.
Completed the task on target and to budget.
• Added and fully configured a further 15 servers over the next three years.
Implemented UPS systems and connected all servers to them.
• Reviewed and standardised all software versions and implemented site-wide
licensing. This covered servers, security software, Windows OS and specialist
software.
• Managed the network infrastructure change project for the replacement of co-ax with
fibre-optic cabling, using bonded gigabit technology for the back bones. This included

2. the installation, configuration and testing of HP Pro Curve switches. The network
achieved 100% uptime in the four years since installation.
• Installed and updated Smoothwall firewall, Websense internet filtering and web
security software across the college.
Castle Community College Oct 2004 to Feb 2005
ICT Systems Technician Contract
• Investigated and remedied all reported network problems.
• Proactively ensured that all software updates were implemented.
Dover Grammar School for Boys Jan 2004 to Oct 2004
ICT Systems Technician
• Oversaw the day-to-day running of the school’s RM Connect 2.4 and Community
Connect 3 network, which was shared with the Grammar School for Girls.
• Created a native 2K network to allow the school to migrate from Windows to Linux.
South Kent College Aug 2000 to Jan 2004
Electronics and Computing Technician
• Taught ICT and electronics under the supervision of a qualified teacher. This included
ICT and Electronics at City & Guilds, ONC and HNC levels.
• Carried out network maintenance and set and administered spares budgets.
• Assembled circuit boards and created faulty ones for students to investigate.
Knex Manufacturing Aug 1996 to Jul 2000
Production Engineer
• Set up a packaging plant and continuously improved and upgraded it.
• Analysed the process of filling bags with components. Then designed and manufactured
a machine to automate this. After testing, it was successfully commissioned.
• Reduced an 80% failure rate to 3% by identifying a machine stop sensitivity issue,
designing a component to increase sensitivity and manufacturing the component.
• Managed a shift team of 30+ production staff. Met production targets while also
increasing quality levels and productivity.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Windows 95, 98, Millennium, 2000 desktop, XP, Vista, Windows 7 and 8.
Windows Server NT4, 2000, 2003 and 2008, installation and configuration
Microsoft Exchange 2003 and 2008, Web or Outlook based
Active Directory, and supporting services
Symantec Ghost - desktop and enterprise editions
Deployment and support of RM Connect
Microsoft Office - all releases up to 2007
CAD, Artwork, Photographic, Video software and streaming technologies
EDUCATION & TRAINING
BTEC HNC Electrical/Electronic Engineering
BTEC ONC Electrical/Electronic Engineering
City & Guilds 200 Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
City & Guilds 772 Communication Skills
City & Guilds 236 Electrical Installation Part One
City & Guilds 236 Electrical Installation Part Two
City & Guilds 236 Electrical Installation Part C