1. Stephen Michael Lapage
13244 Curry Drive
Spring Hill, FL 34609
Phone 901-493-1100
MrStephenLapage@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented technically proficient Networking and Cable Installing
with in-depth knowledge and understanding of network cabling
installation. Strong ability in measurement cutting and splicing cable.
Extensive knowledge and background with using equipment used to
complete required tasks. Extensive IT and Computer use and
troubleshooting. Mechanically inclined and versed in programming
and some CNC skills.
Core Qualifications
• Hardworking and physically capable
• Unafraid of heights and close spaces
• Good communication skills
• Familiarity with Cat 5 and fiber optic cabling for network communications
capabilities
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Strong testing and troubleshooting ability
Experience:
Network Cable Technician
Colwill Engineering, Tampa, Fl – April 2016-Present
Responsibilities:
Completed both premises and off-site installations of network cable.
For premises installations ran cable installed network outlets and performed
testing. Assisted customers with setting up wi-fi systems upon install.
Tested lines after installation to ensure they were working correctly.
Performed troubleshooting and repair of existing line problems.
For off-site installations used heavy equipment for trench digging for underground
installations. Ran network cable from exterior portions of building using ladders and
poles. Followed all safety protocols and wore protective equipment.
Promptly reported any customer concerns to management.
Fiber Optic Technician and Field IT Installs
Cable Tel – Memphis, TN – August 2015 – April 2016
Responsibilities:
Fitted single and multi-line fiber optic cables in commercial structures
Before installation, confirmed fiber consistency with modern testing tools
Designed and supervised projects related to EOD devices
Conducted evaluations of products and resolved issues
Trained in new techs and device operations
Used appropriate software to prepare reports and sketched cable location maps and
GPS. Drive and operate a bucket truck. Used trenchers to dig trenches for laying
cable. Set poles for pole installations. Installed cabling within buildings.
Tested and performed troubleshooting of lines and networks as needed.

2. Installed and maintained equipment. Set up service for new customers. Worked as an
on-the-job apprentice learning everything about fiber optic cable installation.
Primarily did premises installations, running wires within buildings. Performed
testing and troubleshooting of newly installed fiber optic cables and related
networking systems. Tested newly installed cables.
Performed repairs as needed. Set up customers' service.
Used excellent interpersonal skills in communicating with workers inside of
buildings during the installation process to facilitate work completion.
Explained benefits of the newly installed service. Install and upgrade existing IT
equipment at Cell Sites and work on a Bridge network to establish connectivity.
Metal Finisher, Laser Programmer, Trainer, Supervisor
Y&W Technologies - Memphis, TN - August 2014 to August 2015
Responsibilities
Training new employees, Glass bead, Hand Finish, Belting, and Chrome
Electro polish, Cleaning, and Passivation
Laser operating, Wet Blast, and Hydro/hone, Epoxy painting
Laser Programming, Fixture Creation,
Training Metal Finish on a Medical Grade Level.
Laser Etching Trainer. Machine Repair and Pre-Maintenance.
IT and networking.
Accomplishments
I have added a whole new section to the company that didn't previously
exist. I have provided excellent work
And sufficient training to new employees. I have given several new ideas
that aided in the faster production of product in a faster amount of time.
Finisher II, Laser Programming Engineer, IT helpdesk,
Maintenance
SMITH & NEPHEW INC. - Memphis, TN - July 2007 to August 2014
Responsibilities
Certified Trainer for new employees, Glass bead, Hand Finish, Belting,
and Chrome
Electro polish, Cleaning, and Passivation
Laser operating, Wet Blast, and Hydro/hone, Epoxy painting
Laser Programming, Fixture Creation,
Training Metal Finish on a Medical Grade Level.
Laser Etching Trainer. Machine Repair and Pre-Maintenance
Worked on Helpdesk support and did software and hardware upgrades on
all computers in the area. Worked on networking backing up all software.
Basic CNC programming and operation
Accomplishments
I managed to change the entire area and how things were run, I was part of
the safety committee. I was the all
Around go to guy for all things laser and programming and metal
finishing.
Internet Sales, Electronic Repairs, Shipping receiving,
Packing, and Networking/IT
Goodwill Industries of Northwest Ohio - Toledo, OH - August 2005
Responsibilities
I listed items online in an Ebay like network called
www.shopgoodwill.com I fixed broken items so they were
not thrown away. I assisted with shipping and receiving and also with the

3. packing of items to be sent out. I
Managed a camera area. I fixed the network and computers that were
having issues. I handle pallet jacks,
fork lifts and electronic pallet jacks.
Accomplishments
I managed to save the company money by repairing items that would have
once been thrown away. I gave
ideas that helped advance the area and increase company revenue.