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DARRYL E. SPROWAL
Gilbert, AZ 85298
desprowal@hotmail.com • 623.466.2885 • LinkedIn
SENIOR-LEVEL TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN
Technically-savvy, dedicated, and seasoned telecommunications professional with an advanced ability to
deliver superior levels of service using advanced technologies to maintain system uptime, troubleshoot issues
and repair equipment and streamline system operations.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
 Expertise in various software and related tools with a demonstrated proficiency in both their usage and the
ability to train junior staff associates and clients.
 Advanced experience and a stellar record of achievement in effectively collaborating with multiple internal
and external technology teams within fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
 Able to effectively complete multiple tasks simultaneously and master innovative software/tools to meet
comprehensive requirements for telecommunications installation and repair projects.
 Superior communicator; adept at building and fortifying strong internal/external partnerships with technician
colleagues, customers, and senior managers as well as engineering and IT team members.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
OMP ~ OMC ~ RAN ~ REACT ~ NEMS ~ SAM B ~ MS Office Suite ~ Tiger Paw CRM Software ~ PBX/Key
Systems ~ Digital Line Carriers ~ VDSL Technologies ~ High Speed ~ ISDN ~ Frame Relay ~ DSL Circuits ~
T-1 ~ Integrated/Flex T-Circuits ~ DS0, DS1, DS3 Facilities ~ RJ 21X Termination Facilities ~ LEC/CLEC ~
LNP Porting Groups ~ WANs/LANs ~ Aerial, Buried, Underground Plant Systems ~ Toll-Free Routing ~ VoIP
& ISDN PRI Network Environments ~ MPLS/Media Gateway Technologies
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ERICSSON, Phoenix, Arizona | RF Switch/Field Technician (12/2013 – 3/2016)
Provided oversight and onsite/remote break fix/performance support for operations of 7750/7705 service
routers; coordinated installations, testing, and troubleshooting of transport/backhaul facilities, including Fiber,
10G, OC192, OC48, T3, T1, and DSO. Tasked with installing, operating, maintaining cell sites, and maintaining
Mobile Telephone Switching Offices (MTSO), peripheral equipment associated with voice/data switching, and
communications. Demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of OEM technical documentation, and MOPS used to
provide installation/network connectivity testing in collaboration with the RF Engineering group. Partnered with
Network Engineering to facilitate the implementation of larger cross-functional network projects.
Key Contributions:
 Analyzed/investigated waveguides and conducted preventive/annual maintenance on all radio
equipment; completed fault isolation/troubleshooting.
 Verified outside vendor quality/workmanship; performed testing/acceptance of radio and path alignment
with Tower Crews.
 Monitored performance of RF network elements of LTE components, service routers, and multilayer
switches. Worked with equipment manufactured by Lucent, Motorola, Nortel; Juniper, Lucent OMP,
OMC-RAN NEMs, and SamB element; Tellabs, and 5000, 6000, and 8000 series DACS.
APEX, Phoenix, Arizona | RF Technician (Contractor) (4/2012 – 12/2013)
Demonstrated advanced equipment knowledge of Ericsson/Lucent/Nokia, integration, testing, and
commissioning, with UMTS, and LTE; connected T-1 and T-3 circuits, and microwave spans. Installed,

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optimized, and integrated network hardware and interconnect facilities. Used a fundamental understanding of
wireless networks in the performance of daily duties including AC/DC power analysis and measurements,
troubleshooting, component repair and replacements; removing alarms/faults. Processed schemes including
CDMA/UMTS/LTE; managed grounding system design testing and maintenance. Updated daily logs with site-
specific information. Completed routine building/grounds maintenance and inspections. Integrated Network
hardware and interconnect facilities. Verified network coverage areas. Maintained inventoriesof test equipment,
at the base station and switch locations.
Key Contributions:
 Made recommendations to the engineering department for improving network coverage and
implementations.
 Documented all activities, including client and company checklists, photos, and test results.
 Maintained/repaired base station equipment/facilities; tested and analyzed network coverage to ensure
continuous network uptime and service quality.
MULTIPLE EMPLOYERS | Contract Technician, 4/2009 – 12/2013
Completed contracts with Skyhawk in Mesa, AZ (6/12 – 8/12) as an RF Survey Technician; as a Surveillance
Technician with Iridium Satellite in Chandler, AZ (4/12 – 6/12); and as an RF Technician with APEX in Phoenix,
AZ (4/09 – 12/09).
KINETICOM (AT&T), Phoenix, Arizona | RF Site Technician (12/2009 – 11/2011)
Collaborated with several firms throughout the US to help oversee installations, repairs, and maintenance to
ensure turn-key system implementation; worked closely with team members to ensure projects were completed
on time, and according to client requirements. Oversaw projectprioritization, time management, and work order
administration in analyzing, wiring, and reengineering/testing wireless and transmission equipment. Verified,
tested, and turned-up L1 and L2; upgraded carriers to next generation capacity with Lucent UMTS/LTE and e-
Net expansion kits.
Key Contributions:
 Used an in-depth knowledge of Ethernet-to-cell site technology, and Tellabs, Lucent SIAD
installation/integration in carrying out daily duties; used RF testing/measurement equipment, devices,
and meters, to verify performance.
 Performed installations for Distributed Antenna Systems, and wireless cell site integration for the
Arizona/New Mexico territories.
Additional experience gained as a Project Manager/Customer Service Technician with Trans-West
Network Solutions; Principle with Net-Connect Services; Network Technician/Broadband Installer with US
WEST/QWEST; and as a Project Estimator, Project Supervisor, and Project Manager with
GTE/Automatic Electric.
CERTIFICATIONS
Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices Course ~ Nationally Certified Fiber Optics Technician (Advanced
Certification) ~ Ethernet LAN Systems Technician (Certified Category 5 Installer) ~ Bell Systems
Installation/Repair and DSL/VDSL Broadband Systems Tech ~ Telecommunications Facilities
Installation/Repair ~ Installation/Repair Certifications, multiple PBX/telecom switching systems/equipment
including GTE, Fujitsu, Northern Telecom, Tie Systems, and Mitel