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Daniel Steven Brooks Resume
- 1. Daniel Steven Brooks Steven.Brooks118@gmail.com Phone:256-202-0534 110 Alexander Drive Boaz, AL 35956 Objective: Obtain a position in the IT service field that has advancement opportunities. Preferably installation of network equipment and low voltage cabling that is not 100 percent travel. Education: Sardis High School: Standard Diploma, Etowah County Vocational: Electronics Technology 3 year Experience: I have been working in the IT field for six years. Previous work experience includes: MED-SOUTH- IT Department- Job duties consisted of telephone and personal support for the headquarters with 265 employee workstations, also 26 branch locations not including Community Health Systems owned facilities. I was partially responsible for the repair of workstations, printers, telephone and networks. I provided support to employees through use of remote access applications, telephone and on-site service. I setup the profiles for new employees in server applications as well as configuration of workstations. Jackson Paving and Construction- Duties were preparation of road surface prior to paving (millng crew). I operated: back hoes, Milling machine (screws), Sweepers, Skid Steer, bobcat. Self Employed- Computer repair and cable installation: Mostly residential and small business customers. Job duties included repair of personal computers and laptop computers, installation of telephone and network systems. Systems include: AVAYA, CYSCO, XBLUE and miscellaneous network equipment. Kelly Construction- Duties were to utilize heavy equipment to prepare milled road surface for overlay. I operated a bobcat and broom.
- 2. GDH Consulting: CurrentEmployer- I have completed several projects for clients of GDH. Position- Cable Tech whose duties included but are not limited to: Planning network installations by studying customer orders, plans, manuals, and technical specifications; Ordering and gathering equipment, supplies, materials, and tools; assessing installation site; preparing an installation diagram; Establishing voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables; Installing telecommunications equipment, routers, switches, multiplexors, cable trays, and alarm and fire-suppression systems, building ironwork and ladder racks; Establishing connections; Programming features; Establishing connections and integrations; Following industry standards; Activating remote access tools; Coordinating with contractors; Verifying service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms; Identifying, correcting, or escalating problems; Documenting networks by labeling and routing equipment and cable; Installing and repairing data communication lines and equipment for computer systems, using hand tools and test instruments; Reviewing work orders to move, change, install, repair, or remove data communication lines, using hand tools and following diagrams and manuals; Measuring, cutting, and installing wires and cables; Splicing wires or cables, using hand tools or soldering iron; Connecting microcomputer or terminal to data communication lines, using hand tools and following diagrams and manuals; Disassembling equipment and inspecting and testing wiring to locate and repair problem; Modifying equipment in accordance with user request; Testing communication lines to ensure that specifications are met; Using testing instruments for example, voltmeter and data scope. Enters commands into computer test equipment. Reading a message on computer screen to verify that data is being transmitted between locations according to specifications; May also plan layout and installation of data communications equipment. Interweave Technologies: Wal-Mart Remodel Oneonta, AL- Assist lead tech with installation of telecom and data systems installation. Baliwick Lowes Media Converter Chassis and Access Point Installation Asst. Lead: This project required installation of fiber optic switching equipment and fiber cabling. We upgraded the network from 10/100 to a 10/100/1000. Job duties included: managing a team of three techs and two electricians, installation of twenty plus access points in specified locations, pulling a 16/2 power to each location and a multimode fiber, testing fiber and copper cabling, installing Allied/Transition media converters at network device locations, installing power supplies for access point in MDF locations, penetrating fire walls and fireproofing, Labeling all patch cables and fiber jumpers/patch panels
- 3. Wachter Network Services: Wal-Mart,Jasper AL. Remodel- Job duties included install of all cat5 and fiber cabling for voice and data systems, installation of switching and routing equipment. Also coordinating with other contractors and general contractor when necessary to address issues and complete objectives. Wal-Mart, HP photo kiosk- Job duties included connection of printer to network and installation of CISCO 2960 switch. 125-150 Installs completed. This project required 70- 100 hours per week for six weeks. Nationwide McDonalds Menu Board Installation AT&T Wi-Fi: This project required the installation of 40” monitors connected to network connected multimedia devices. Job required drilling 4-6 1’ holes through ceramic tile and walls to mount the monitor, mounting the required equipment to the monitor, also mounting and connecting a switch for AT&T. I also ran CAT5 cabling through ceiling for devices. This job was performed in an open and operating restaurant environment. Brooklyn, NY Home Depot Site Survey: Survey of 50 locations measuring dimensions and cable lengths for SCO stations. AZ, CA, NV Lowes Media Converter Chassis and Access Point Installation: Lead Tech. This project required installation of fiber optic switching equipment and fiber cabling. We upgraded the network from 10/100 to a 10/100/1000. Job duties included: managing a team of three techs and two electricians, installation of twenty plus access points in specified locations, pulling a 16/2 power to each location and a multimode fiber, testing fiber and copper cabling, installing Allied/Transition media converters at network device locations, installing power supplies for access point in MDF locations, penetrating fire walls and fireproofing, Labeling all patch cables and fiber jumpers/patch panels. I successfully completed 12 installs. NE US Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club Cisco VoIP: Project required installation of CISCO VoIP gateways, Installation of cable to phone locations, 25 pair and 50 pair cable installed, programing phones, testing cable to required specs, and training staff on use of new system. This project was completed by one person in five days per store carrying most materials for route and lift in a 7500 24’ box truck. I successfully completed 22 store locations on schedule. Sam’s Club Site Survey: 30 locations surveyed January 2013. Wal-Mart Cisco VoIP 2013: 12 Installs completed on schedule.
- 4. Skills:  Proficient withall hand tools required for cabling installation  Proficient with power tools  Fast and effective when troubleshooting most electronics devices, especially media devices  Operation of light and heavy equipment, bobcat, backhoe, loader, scissor lifts  Time management and team management  Use of most fiber and copper test equipment  Computer hardware installation, Printer, Modem and Router installation and setup  Installation of Cat5, Cat6, RG, Multimode Fiber cabling to industry standards  Installation of network equipment: switches, routers, WAP’s, patch panels, wire trays, equipment racks  Great reliability to tackle any kind of work difficulties as per the situational demand  Know color codes  Operation of heavy equipment
- 5. References GDH Consulting: Victor Albiseid, Recruiter P: 479-770-4446 F: 479-770-0620 Chuck Stauncer, Recruiter P: 479-770-4446 F: 479-770-0620 Daniel Hulsey, Data Tech P: 386-785-4876 Wachter Network Services: Alvin Hayes, Electrician 10+ years P:479-879-4851 Chris Wilson, Data Tech P:816-206-8924 Raymond Sweaza, Asst. Project Manager P: 479-757-8261 E: Raymond.Sweaza@Wachter.com Rick Clark, Project Manager P: 479-757-8200 E: Rick.Clark@Wachter.com Other: Randy Caballaro, Data Tech P: 210-772-4416 Nathan Underwood ( Previous Jackson Foreman Current Kelly Foreman)
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