Profile Information Technology
Motivated IT professional with 8 years experience providinging
multi-level technical support. Analytical and dedicated with
creative problem solving abilities. Brings expertise in
identifying solutions and streamlining procedures to improve
efficiency. Effective collaboration and communication with a
diverse team; versatile and direct.
. Recognized for consistently providing a high level of service
in resolving issues for internal and external customers,
alike.
Skills & Abilities
Troubleshooting
Installation / Maintenance
Asset Management
Help Desk
End-user Support / Training
Technical Documentation
Data Management
System Auditing / Reporting
Software Testing
Experience
1992 - 2009 InterWest Insurance Services, Inc.
Systems Technician / IT Support (2003 - April 2009)
Provide technical support for a commercial brokerage company
in a paperless environment. Handle installation,
configuration, maintenance, and setup for 300+ internal and
remote workstations. Troubleshooting and resolution of
hardware/software problems. Train and coach internal and
remote personnel. Implementation and support of
telecommunication system with unified messaging platform.
Database maintenance, management, backup, and recovery.
Manage software testing, installation, training, and support
for electronic timekeeping program. Administrator of
interface programs for multiple insurance carriers. Manage
relationships with software/hardware vendors.
Systems Technician / IT Support (2000 - 2003)
Provide end-user support to 150+ internal and remote
employees in resolving extensive help desk support and VPN
issues (configuration, connectivity, and hardware).
Installation and support of desktop software, hardware, and
peripherals. Reporting and auditing for multiple departments.
Plan moves and adds. Manage installation and state compliance
for motor vehicle record software; provide ongoing support
and training. Provide onsite service and repair to field
offices. Manage equipment inventory.
Assistant Client Service Representative (1995 - 1999)
Process insurance endorsements and certificates. Analyze
policies, verify coverage, proofread contracts, and generate
documentation. Extensive customer service and resolution of
sensitive legal issues.
Customer Service / Bond Service Representative (1993 - 1995)
Provide problem solving customer service to key clients and
insurance agencies. Process fidelity and surety bonds,
notarize documents, and act as the attorney-in-fact for
insurance carriers. Research, assess, and generate quotes.
Quickly promoted from reception position.
Education / Professional Development
Pending Network+ Certification - Anticipated 6/10 Tech Skills, LLC,
Sacramento
2004 Comp TIA A+ Certification Tech Skills, LLC, Sacramento
1 Year Associate's Program American River College, Sacramento