1. GeorgeAlpers
(631)697-6676
41 Riviera Drive, Selden, NY 11784 galpers@optonline.net
Professional Profile
A bright, talented and ambitious IT support technician with a strong technical background who
possesses self-discipline and the ability to work with the minimum of supervision. Having exposure to
a wide range of technologies & able to play a key role in diagnosing hardware and software problems
and to ensure that quality solutions meet business objectives. Possessing a good team spirit,
deadline orientated and having the ability to organize and present complex solutions clearly and
accurately.
Looking for a suitable IT support technician position with a successful and dynamic company that
offers room for progression.
Core Competencies and Skills
Excellent customer facing, communication
and rapport building skills
Good problem solving and analytical skills
Technical understanding of hardware and
software desktop environment
Thorough understanding of computer and
networking concepts.
Selected Work Experience
CMB Wireless Group. Bohemia, NY. 2008 – January 2015
Computer Support Specialist:
Responsible for maintaining, analyzing, troubleshooting and repairing of: computers, laptops, hardware,
software, peripherals, bar code scanners and virus and malware removal
Created user accounts; including user rights, security and group creation, Active Directory
Responsible for determine and recommend products or services suitable to the user requirements
Networking & wireless including routers/firewall/VPN, VOIP Phones
Experience working with VMWare
Knowledge of TCP/IP, WAN / LAN fundamentals: DHCP, DNS
Able to multitask and prioritize assignments. Adaptable and able to accept varied work tasks
Purchase of PCs, desktop hardware and related products. Maintained IT stock room
Troubleshoot problems in person, by telephone or by remote session over multiple sites. Worked
independently with minimal supervision
TLC Home Health Care, Lake Success, NY 1997 – 2008
Desktop Support Supervisor 2004 – 5/2008
Managed five Desktop Support technicians and stock room functions
Insured proper work flow and timely resolution of trouble tickets
Responded to special needs of customers and performing all technician responsibilities
Thin client project rollout to 120 field locations with connection to Citrix Metaframe server
Desktop Support Technician 1998 – 2003
Responsible for troubleshooting and resolution of computer software, hardware, peripheral devices and
connectivity problems in a network environment
Configured and maintained thin clients
Performed all hardware / software upgrades and replacements on HP PCs, IBM laptops ( Windows XP
platform), Palm Pilots and Blackberries
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Instructed end users ( phone and desk side) in proper use of equipment and software to increase user
knowledge and understanding to resolve problems themselves
Writing and updating of technical documents
Provided phone support (to 4000 healthcare professionals) via the use of remote control utilities in a
diverse environment and various skill levels
Help Desk Representative 1997 – 1998
Answered Helpdesk line attempt to solve PC or connectivity problems on the first call and enter ticket
information into helpdesk tracking software (HEAT and Lotus Notes)
Supported perpriortory software for Medicare and private pay on an AS/400 platform
First level problem solving for software and hardware
CES/NABANCO, Melville, NY 1995 – 1997
Technical Help Desk Representative
Provided telephone support to over 10,000 clients worldwide
Responsible for troubleshooting prioritiory credit card processing software to end user
Resolved problem issues to ensure customer satisfaction
Configured and test PC software for custom applications
Administrative / Support Representative 1994 - 1995
Responsible for nightly tape backups, recording and maintaining daily transactions
Maintained daily transactions for management review
Acted as troubleshooter for modems to prevent downtime
Education
Suffolk County Community College, Brentwood NY
Associates Degree in Liberal Arts
State University of New York, College at Old Westbury
Course work towards Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management
Volunteer Experience
New Beginning Christian Center
1995 -2012
Pioneer Club Leader
Head of Ushering Ministry
Full Gospel Christian Center
2013 to present
Head of Ushering Ministry
Troop Master for Trail Life USA
Boy Scouts of America Pack 385
2012 to 2013
Pack Trainer
Committee Chairman
Assistant den leader