Glen Durdik
*** ******** **. * - **** Jefferson, New York 11777
917-***-**** - *******@***.***
QUALIFICATIONS
Solution-focused, team-oriented Help Desk Analyst with broad-based
experience with extensive knowledge of all things Macintosh. Hands-on skill
in the successful implementation of highly effective helpdesk operations.
A broad understanding of computer hardware (Mac and PC) and software,
including installation, configuration, management, diagnostics, and
support.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
. Mac OS X . IOS . Microsoft XP / 7 . Open Directory . Active Directory .
All lines of Apple hardware . Various Dell desktops and laptops . Scanners,
printers and digital cameras from various manufacturers . SMART board and
Mimio interactive white boards . MS Office 2011 . MS Office 2010 . iLife .
iWork . Apple Utilities, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, Entourage, Adobe Creative
Suite (working knowledge) . Tech Tool Pro . Drive Genius . Disk Warrior
. McAfee Antivirus . Virus Barrier . Ghost . DeployStudio . Blackberry
Basics. VMWare Fusion
CERTIFICATIONS
Apple Certified Macintosh Technician for six years. (ACMT)
(Formerly Apple Certified Desktop Technician before above title for three
years)
PUBLICATIONS
. iLife '11 - Made Simple (Apress)
. Essence of Series on iLife, iWork and Mac OS 10.6 (Amazon.com)
EMPLOYERS
September 2003 - August 2011
LAN Support Technician, Brentwood Union Free School District
CSDNET, Inc.
In charge of 600+ Dells and numerous printers in four schools
across the school district. Provided level I and II support for
PC hardware. Responsible for maintaining 150 networked Macs and
three Xserves to support them. Provided level III support for
all Mac hardware, software and server issues.
. Resolved local network, switch and wireless issues.
. Install new hard drives and memory.
. Used Ghost, ARD and DeployStudio to update and image.
. Setup presentation hardware (Mac and PC) and monitored
guest speakers to ensure no issues were encountered
. Taught new IT personnel and teachers how to use new
hardware and software in their classrooms.
. Install and configure new printers when needed.
. Assist teachers with upgrade to OS X and applications
found on their new Macs.
. Configure and install Airport Base Stations.
February 2003 - June 2003
Manager, In-house Repairs
Novaworks Computer Systems, Inc.
Responsible for all paperwork related to Apple warranty repairs.
Perform In-house repairs on Macintosh portables and desktops.
Assist in the dispatch of technicians for field calls. Perform
expert on-site service when needed.
February 2001 - Present
Freelance Macintosh Consultant
Diagnose all hardware, software and OS problems. Assist in
installations of software and hardware. Guide Mac OS upgrade
path to Mac OS X and help in the purchase process. Familiarize
user with iApps.
March 1996 - January 2001
Technology Support Specialist for the Macintosh
St. John's University
Troubleshoot all hardware, software, or OS problems on the Mac.
Every semester taught small groups of computer lab workers on
how to use the Mac and its software. Created documentation on
how to use Mac OS 9 and Microsoft Word.
. Network Configuration - Configuration of each Macintosh
for network use and optimize for DAVE to gain access to NT
servers.
. Printer Setups - Responsible for daily functionality and
print queues of HP, Epson, and Tektronix printers for all
locations, including PC.
. Responsible for all hardware upgrades for Macs in the
Microlabs and classrooms. Supervised new Mac rollouts.
. Managed two computer labs (200+ PCs) and several
classrooms. Supervised about ten student workers.
January 1994 - January 1996
Classroom Manager
St. John's University
Manage the daily operation of the Macintosh Classroom.
Troubleshoot and repair all Macs. Test and install new software.
Upgrade image and hardware when needed. Supervise classroom
assistants.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration - International Finance
St. John's University January 1996
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
St. John's University May 1993