Brian F Patarich
Boulder, CO *****-2279
*.********@*****.***
PROFILE
Tier I Help Desk & Swing Shift Computer Operator possessing the proven
ability to communicate effectively with end-users and co-workers in
order to analyze and solve complex problems. Detail oriented,
reliable, an independent thinker who is seeking a dynamic organization
that demands more than a "paper pusher".
SKILLS
Technical
PC Software: Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,
Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint
Ticketing System: Front Range Solutions HEAT PowerDesk
Utilities: Insight MacroExpress, WS FTP, Softwise PR-Tracker,
SAGACertify Toolkit
Operating Systems: Windows (2000, XP, Vista), DOS, UNIX,
Macintosh, Solaris 8
Provisioning: Active Directory (OU, Groups), Citrix, ElectricM@il,
Meditech (Magic, LSS, Client/Server)
Programming: COBOL, NATURAL, NATURAL Construct, MVS/JCL,
TSO/ISPF, DOS VSE/JCL, CMS
Analysis: COBOL, NATURAL, JCL, Visual Basic, JAVA
Internet: HTML, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Pagemill, Dreamweaver,
Fireworks
Tier I Help Desk/Customer Service
. Supported 2,400+ users on 3 main campuses, 8 clinics, 9
laboratories and over 65 doctor's offices.
. Troubleshot network problems using DNS TCP/IP commands
from command line.
. Reset end-user passwords after verifying remote identity.
. Demonstrated skill in phone and email etiquette.
. Established contact with end-users to quickly resolve computer
problems.
. Provided timely support for 20+ end-users per hour through
telephone/email help desk.
. Obtained information from end-users to supply an immediate
computer problem resolution if possible or escalate as needed.
. Attained in-depth knowledge of FRS HEAT ticketing system and
tracking software.
. Made sound decisions under stress.
. Generated detailed problem reports & provided verbal continuity
between shifts.
. Monitored and operated networking, data storage/backup and
computing system.
. Gained working knowledge of routers, switches, modems, and
gateways.
. Operated small, medium and large-scale computer systems.
. Wrote, read and comprehended complex manuals and documents.
. Followed instructions, both verbal and written.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Boulder Community Hospital, Boulder, CO Jan 2004
- Oct 2009
Technical Support Analyst I / Swing Shift Computer Operator
Answered help desk phone; resolved minor hardware/software problems,
escalated and routed problems to appropriate personnel following
hospital protocol; entered problems & solutions into FRS HEAT
PowerDesk ticketing system; developed, wrote and revised operations,
trouble-shooting & standard problem solution documents; ran and
distributed daily and monthly senior management reports; trained end-
users and new operators; provided continuity between shifts; developed
and maintained system tools (macros, logs, etc.); monitored server
activity; launched computer processes & programs; labeled, mounted &
monitored backup tapes.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Business, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO
Course Work
. Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure
and Application Platform
. Solaris System Administration I & II
. Visual Basic
. Microsoft Word
. Microsoft Access
. Microsoft Excel