EJ CUEVAS
** ********* **. ***. ***, York, Pennsylvania 17402
abi6dm@r.postjobfree.com
Accomplished Help Desk/IT professional with 4 years of experience in
Computer Operations, Information Technology, Technical and Help Desk
Support.
Award-winning support provided to thousands of clients from around the
United States.
Excellent communication and diagnostic skills that consistently solve
client problems.
Proactive self starter known to initiate process and system improvements to
increase system stability and staff productivity.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Operating Systems - Microsoft Windows (3.x, 95, 98, 2000, XP, Vista, 7),
Macintosh OS (9, X), Linux (Ubuntu, Puppy,
Kubuntu, Mint), Solaris (8, 9, 10), OpenSolaris.
Business application software - Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint,
Excel, Access, FrontPage, Publisher, Outlook), OpenOffice, Symantec VERITAS
3.x-5.x, Solstice Disk Suite, Solaris Volume Manager.
Hardware Platforms - StorEdge/StorageTek storage array families, Sun
Storage/Oracle Medium and Large Storage
families, Sun Server including x86 and x64 families. PC and Macintosh
Family hardware.
Certifications - CompTIA A+ certification in progress.
EDUCATION
The University of Arizona - 2004 - 2006
Tucson, Arizona
Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing with English Minor - December, 2006
Northern Arizona University - 2003 - 2004
Flagstaff, Arizona
Pima Community College - 2001 - 2003
Tucson, Arizona
CAREER EXPERIENCE
Hewlett-Packard - 2009-2010
Camp Hill, Pennsyvlania
Tier II Support
Oracle Storage Support Engineer,
August 2009-Present
Provided phone support for Sun Microsystems/Oracle and Hitachi-branded
storage arrays.
Troubleshot hardware problem areas such as hard drives, power supplies,
battery packs, controllers, drive trays and array management software
(Common Array Manager and SANtricity).
Troubleshot Host Bus Adapters in servers, and also provided technical
support for Qlogic, Brocade and McData brand switch hubs.
Supported company tape drives and tape libraries.
Responsible for troubleshooting problems with data organization and
replication software Veritas Volume Manager and Solaris Volume Manager.
Tucson Unified School District - 2007 - 2009
Tucson, Arizona
Naylor Middle School
Site Network Technician, August 2007 - May 2009
Served as web administrator for school website.
Designed, programmed and published the original
site.
Created and rolled out a technology integration program for student
curricula, including implementing computer-based testing applications.
Introduced a Macintosh hardware/software program to the campus that aided
teachers in becoming proficient with the operating systems.
Troubleshot operating issues such as malfunctioning
hardware and network connections through a remote Unix terminal.
Resolved-campus-wide computer issues efficiently
utilizing the TrackIt! Ticketing program.
Successfully implemented Linux OS on older machines for word processing and
graphics editing.
Designed and implemented a system for quick technical assistance response
time.
21 s t Century Program
Computers Instructor, May 2008 - July 2008
Created and implemented lesson plans for middle school students on computer
hardware, software, safe Internet practices, and the history of computer
and Internet technologies.
Researched Arizona state standards in order to create appropriate curricula
for students.
Collaborated with all summer school instructors to write and create lesson
plans to integrate computers and technology into different courses for
cross-curriculum education.
Freelance Computers Technician - 2006 - 2009
Tucson, Arizona
Computer Technician / Owner
May 2006 - May 2009
Founded a small business that focuses on home computer and electronics
repair and functionality.
Created client contact management databases.
Identified and repaired common computer problems such as viruses, malware,
or problematic devices.
Wrote client instruction manuals on specific procedures and device
operations.
Tutored clients in computer use and common maintenance procedures.
Built custom computers for clients based on their
specific needs and wants.
KUAT Communications Group - 2006
Tucson, Arizona
Transcriptionist, April 2006 - October 2006
Transcribed audio materials from television programs for Public
Broadcasting organization.
Worked independently on deadline driven projects and delivered a high
quality of work in a timely manner.
Ensured quality of transcription work for script-generating purposes.
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Automotive Enthusiast
Owner of a 1968 Volvo P1800S. Currently restoring bodywork to original
condition, while only slightly modifying engine and
suspension components to make practical for everyday use.
Technology Enthusiast
Have built own Gaming PC from the ground up, and built many custom PCs and
laptops for clients, friends and family. Have
taken small electronic devices to work with custom made casings and
external hardware. Actively pursuing a technology and
automotive blog for own projects.