TAHARQA ADOFO
TAHARQA
**** **** **** • DOUGLASVILLE, GEORGIA 30134 • 770-***-**** • ************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A self-motivated and team-player with several years of information technology experience seeking a position in which I can continue to
educate myself while assisting end-users and advancement/longevity within the company.
SYSTEMS EXPERIENCE AND PROFICIENCES
Mac OS X, Client Server Technologies, Microsoft SQL, Microsoft Internet Information Server, AS400, GroupWise/Novell, Google
Applications, Network Concepts Web-Based Technologies, MS OS NT, Vista, XP, and MS Office 2007 - 2010, and Server
Internetworking Concepts, such as firewalls, communication protocols, proxy/caching servers, and networking.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Chattahoochee Technical College, Marietta, Georgia 2010-Present
• Associate Applied Science in Computer Technology/Networking, anticipated graduation 12/2013
• Received Computer Information System Technology – Networking Program Diploma
• Received Cisco Certified Networking Specialist Certificate
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Elwood Staffing/Honda Inc. - Tallapoosa, Georgia 2/2013-Present
APDC/Aluminum Die Cast – Fulltime
• Works on aluminum die cast department assembly.
• Assembly processes, industrial workflow processes, and processes used in manufacturing.
• Create aluminum casting for Honda vehicles transmission.
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Advance Network Solutions Inc. - Atlanta, Georgia 2/2010-2/2013
Network Support/Helpdesk Technician - Part-time
• Troubleshoot, processed problem ticketing, and assist end-user, reviews and attends to logs and ticketing issues daily and make
the necessary correction, adjustments, and identify possible failure areas.
• Re-image and configures the PC to its original working state via the company’s standards.
• IT solution ready to accommodate the needs of the consumers. Collect and determine values for network server, laptop,
handheld, and desktop PC within timely fashion.
• Proactive in the development and management of backup systems to improve and/or recover data in the event of system
malfunction. Resolves helpdesk issue prevention and data security.
• Administer, install, and sustain/maintains multi-platforms network systems, hardware and software, email systems, multiple
database systems, wireless network, and smart devices.
Bell Techlogix Inc., Atlanta, Georgia 6/2012-8/2012
IT Quality Control/Diagnostics Technician - Contract, Fulltime
• Repairs Apple computers and laptops, hardware and software; completes work orders and service problems.
• Diagnosing the malfunctioning, identifying the reason for errors, correcting the malfunctioning, repairing the electrical
components, removing the virus, upgrading the systems, installing new software and hardware parts and ensuring the computer
systems function smoothly.
• Manages PC by restoring and/or imaging the computer to its original working state, troubleshooting problems,
maintained/resolved ticketing system, and providing end-user assistance and training. Provided networking software/hardware
and operating system support.
Schneider National - Atlanta, Georgia 6/2004-1/2010
Driver Intermodal Division - Fulltime
• Provided customers with tailored logistics, operate tractor-trailer combination. Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on
equipment. Frequent travel to adjacent states for face to face customer service to enhance that relationship-building, ensured
load success, and lasting relationships with customers.
Atlanta Public Schools - Atlanta, Georgia 8/2002-5/2004
Information Technology Specialist – Contract, Fulltime
• Diagnosed and resolved client technical problems and system conflicts, supported employees through helpdesk and onsite
resolution. Excelled at troubleshooting and configuration of hardware (Routers, switches, fiber optics, hubs servers, mainframe,
firewalls, gateways, and UNIX/Linux workstation, etc.) and software products.
• Maintains and monitors inventory, work orders/ticket tracking system/service problems, and responds to service issues via
telephone, in person, and/or email. Restoring and/or imaging PC to school’s standards.
• Installed and configured equipment and software such as fax, printer, multifunctional machines, desktops, laptops, and
networked to mainframe. Windows and Mac servers and laptop/desktop computers and other technology applications according
to established specifications.
TAHARQA ADOFO
1335 HUEY ROAD • DOUGLASVILLE, GEORGIA 30134
770-***-**** • ************@*****.***