Shawn Kodidek *N*** Euclid, Glen Ellyn, IL *****
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Network and Systems Technician / Field Service Technician
Hiring Assets
. Computer support technician providing technical assistance to
business professionals.
. Demonstrated ability to integrate computer skills, customer support
experience, and related education to exceed technical, business, and
customer requirements.
. Skilled at troubleshooting and fixing problems while minimizing
customer stress levels.
. Professionally certified by CompTIA and
Microsoft.
. Over 8 years experience providing installation, testing, training,
and support of systems/networks, and applications in multi-user corporate
environments and 9 years of Field Service Experience.
. Demonstrated high quality, results-driven, prompt, and professional
customer service and support to instill confidence in technical advice
and directions.
Technical Proficiency
. General: Diagnosis & Troubleshooting, Installation, Configuration,
Maintenance & Repair, Building & Testing, User Support
. Operating Systems: Windows 95/98, NT, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows7,
Windows Server 2000, 2003, 2008, Linux, Unix, MacOS 9/10
. Software Applications: Microsoft Office XP, 2003, 2007(Access, Word,
Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, Adobe Products and industry
specific software applications.
. Hardware: Installed and serviced system boards, processors, memory
chips, power supplies, video and sound cards, hard drives, floppy drives,
CD-ROM read-write drives, DVD drives, Zip drives, tape drives, scanners,
modems, cameras, and a variety of printers.
Employment History
Precision Repair Inc., Melrose Park, IL 6/2010 to Present
Field Engineer
Perform troubleshooting and repair of computer systems and related
equipment at customer's site. Configure, install and administer network
infrastructure and telecommunications systems and provide training to
employees on newly installed equipment.
Fulfilled administrative responsibilities including the addition and
changes to user desktops, email and Active Directory accounts.
Installed and configured Windows 2000 and 2003 servers.
Installed Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, setup and configured RAID 1 & 5
arrays. Installed and upgraded workstations with Windows XP, Vista and
Windows 7.
Configured and monitored status of printers utilizing HP Jet Admin. In
addition to upgrading printer firmware and handling instillation of other
peripherals. Perform routine maintenance and replacement of any necessary
parts.
Actively provided desktop configuration and support for software and
hardware.
Carried out full installation of routers, switches, hubs and network
cabling.
Excellent knowledge of Computer networks, IP addressing and subnetting,
Wireless networks, AppleTalk networks, Token Ring, VLAN's and VPN's. Also
knowledgeable with IPv6.
A-Tech Computer Service, Dundee, IL 3/2006 to 4/2010
Desktop/Printer Field Support Technician
Performed troubleshooting and repair of computer systems and related
equipment at customer's site.
Successfully diagnosed application errors and network connectivity
problems.
Highly experienced with HP and Lexmark LaserJet printers and Epson,
Tally, Printek dot matrix printers.
Preformed routine maintenance on all types of printers and preformed
replacement of maintenance items.
Replaced and upgraded motherboards, memory, CD-ROMs and hard drives.
Replaced all types of printer parts including gears, motors, formatters,
fusers, scanner assemblies and power supplies.
Performed on-site setup of computer systems and related equipment and
provide training to employees on newly installed equipment.
Performed telephone and on-site troubleshooting for clients as a field
technician.
Participated in field installations, engineering and customer support.
Assisted management and other company employees in solving computer
related problems.
Experienced with Apple Macintosh OS, Apple local area networks, document
conversion, e-commerce, and other specialized hardware and software
setups.
Specialized in virus and malware removal and laptop repairs including
replacing motherboards, LCD's, keyboards, mouse pad and power jack
replacement.
Photo Etch Technologies, MT.Prospect, IL 3/2005 to 2/2006
Laser Technician
Prepare customer Gerber data in a CAM program and make standardized
adjustments to apertures and create the output file required by the laser
cutting machine to produce a laser cut solder paste stencil for
electronics PC boards.
Operate, maintain and troubleshoot the laser cutting machine.
Inspect and process cut stencils for shipment.
Successfully ran second shift operations by myself.
Hire-Nelson, Addison, IL 12/2002 to 2/2005
Computer Draftsman
As a draftsman I was responsible for creating shop drawings for
custom cabinetry and millwork using a custom CAD program and AutoCAD.
As an estimator my responsibilities included, inspecting
architectural drawings and prepare all custom cabinetry and millwork for
pricing.
KLI Inc., Streamwood, IL 2/1996 to 11/2002
Manufacturing Supervisor
Directed, trained and supervised staff of 20 employees and assisted
in quoting new jobs.
Successfully implemented ISO9001 certification and quality work
procedures and work instructions.
Installed and maintained the company's Local area network, computers
and manufacturing software and performed weekly backups.
Maintained production equipment and assisted in production of
prototypes.
Antenex 2/1996 to 1/1997
Supervisor
Bloomingdale, Illinois
Duties: Directed and trained employees on Ultrasonic welding equipment.
Installed new electrical lines for lighting and ultrasonic equipment as
well as some large 3-phase machines.
IMSG Systems 10/1994 to 2/1996
Copier Technician
Des Plaines, Illinois
Duties: Responsible for maintaining and servicing Sharp copiers, computer
printers, microfilm reader/printers, coin and bill changers and debit card
systems.
Des Plaines Office Equipment 8/1992 to 10/1994
Copier Technician
Elk Grove, Illinois
Duties: Responsible for diagnosing and repair of Sharp, Cannon and
Panasonic copiers and fax machines.
Unisys 5/1989 to 10/1992
Computer Technician
Duties: Responsible for diagnosing the status of incoming POS computer
systems from a large retail store. Upgrading the systems and installing the
new software the store will be using. Perform burn-in testing and run
software tests. Checking that systems properly communicate over a token
ring network.
Education
East Leyden High School, Franklin Park, IL 1986
H.S.
Military Service
U.S. Army 1989 to 1997
Tactical Telecommunications
Certifications
Classroom Training in Microsoft MCSA/MCITP Windows Server 2008 Completed on
8/27/2010
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist, Microsoft, 2008
Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft, 2008
Network+, CompTIA, 2008
A+, CompTIA, 2006
U.S. Citizen - No Work Restrictions