hitesh v patel
*** ************ **** ( EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ 08234 (
***********@*****.*** 609-***-****
COMPUTER HARDWARE TECH
Solution-oriented, highly analytical, and resourceful candidate with over
eight years of technical troubleshooting, end-user service, and network
development experience. Demonstrated skills in developing and implementing
technological solutions with emphasis on delivering cost-cutting and
productivity improvements. Expertise in software configuration, network
administration, and the testing/repair of various hardware applications.
Proven ability to provide creative and effective issue resolution through
the application of highly developed problem-solving skills. Team player
with a reputation for providing excellent user service and the tenacity to
work with demanding clientele.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
CERTIFICATIONS: A+ Certification, Net+, Dell Certifications
HARDWARE: HDD motherboards, RAM augmentation, processors, video cards. Able
to troubleshoot analog/digital circuits with digital voltmeters, analog
multimeters, dual-trace oscilloscopes, and logic probes.
OPERATING SYSTEMS: MS-DOS 6.22, Windows 3.11/9X/XP, Vista, 7
SOFTWARE: MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
ADDITIONAL:LAN/WAN development, basic electronics, semiconductor/solid-
state circuitry, digital components.
Professional Experience
Geeks In A Flash, Morganton, NC 2008 - 2009
Field Service Tech
.Provide on-site tech support to include installation, maintenance and
repairs of desk tops, laptops, and peripherals.
.Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of their equipment as
needed.
.Maintain open lines of communication with assigned Service Delivery
Coordinator (SDC) to ensure customer satisfaction and meet Service Level
Agreements.
.Track and insure return of all parts
.Provide SDC with required call closure documentation and necessary
reporting.
.Resolve customer issues using superior customer service and communication
skills
Networks Inc, Cary, NC 2005 - 2008
Dell Field Tech
*Break/Fix repairs on Dell/Gateway desktop and laptops
*Break/Fix repairs on HP/Lexmark printers
*Manage and Dispatch calls to 2 other techs
*Manage Escalations
*Provides quality customer service and on-site support for designated
equipment
*Escalates problems to appropriate next level of support when necessary
*Brings all customer complaints to a satisfactory closure or escalates as
necessary
*Monitors assigned service calls to ensure timely completion. *Ensures all
time reporting, expense reporting, and other required reports are accurate
and submitted on time
*Provides process improvement suggestions within assigned scope of work
*Meets or exceeds various service levels as established by assignment
(calls per day, ETA's, on-time response, administrative call closure,
customer satisfaction)
*Performs other reasonably related projects or assignments as assigned by
immediate manager and other management staff, as requested
*Swap outs of motherboards, cpu's, cd drives, hard drives on laptops and
desktops
Education and Credentials
A+ & Net+ Certifications
The Academy - West Palm Beach, FL