Matthew A. Saler
*.*****@*****.***
**** ** ** ****** * Miami, FL 33165 * 305-***-****
Objective Statement
As a motivated, competitive, and economically focused individual, my goal is to obtain a full
time position in business or computer services where my technology driven, task oriented
leadership capabilities can be effectively leveraged to facilitate maximum potential.
Education
ITT-Tech 2008 - Ongoing
• Associates/Bachelors in Information Technology with 3.8 GPA
Devereux HS, Viera, FL 2000 - 2004
• Graduated top fifteen percent with 3.2 unweighted GPA.
• Multiple Honors and Principals lists
Experience
Miscellaneous Freelance IT/ Computer repair and Assistant Jan 2004-Present
• Troubleshot XP, Vista, OS X Leopard, WAN and LAN networks.
• Configured new networks and upgraded existing networks to meet client specifications
• Repaired private and business computers in a timely structured manner
• Taught proper maintenance and other skills to client specifications as needed
• Removed malware, installed components, modified OS and server networks to business
specs, and troubleshot new or preexisting issues in a private or corporate setting
• Handled database issues in SQL on a contract basis for clients
• Handled TCP/IP transactions for clients successfully and beyond expectations
Innotion Enterprises January 2009- June 2009
Project based IT Support Specialist and Administrative Assistant
• Supported, tested, and helped develop a database driven web application that tracks and
manages foreclosed properties and assets for the FDIC.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, develop, and test various SQL Server databases. This included
implementing tables, views, and stored procedures quickly and accurately.
• Ran SQL queries to find, transfer, delete or otherwise modify information located within
a large set of tables.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, and test a Windows based web-server running IIS 6.
• Performed various tasks in Active Directory and Exchange including email and user
generation, general domain functions, and troubleshooting related issues.
• Implemented security, from SSL certificates to AD authentication, across the board for
aforementioned systems to maintain security and control user access.
• Handle onsite and offsite issues using various methods including remote sessions to
various computer systems and Windows Server 2003 maintenance and repair.
• Worked one on one with clients via phone, email, and in person to solve involved,
difficult issues with PCs, servers, and network systems.
• Handled scanning duties and file creation for client with rapid, continuous multitasking.
• Improved productivity through generation of all aforementioned systems as well as
independent multilateral thinking and outside the box solutions.
• Utilized Backup Exec, Nortel VOIP systems And Barracuda spam software .
• Utilized Ticket tracking software to handle out of office technical issues and support.
• Successfully tracked and organized a large file system and was charged to correct errors
in a timely manner
• Successfully handled all office duties and improved workflow with changed procedures
and motivational ideologies.
Best Buy - Geek Squad, Doral, FL July 2008 – January2009
In Store Tech/Retail
• Perform computer repairs and IT troubleshooting on all Hardware and Software systems.
• Perform all necessary clerical paperwork as well as maintaining database and contacting
clients upon work completion.
• Assisting clients and coworkers with any questions pertaining to troubleshooting or
maintenance of Computer Hardware, Software, or board issues.
The Grape Wine Bar and Bistro, Coral Gables, FL September 2007 – August
2008
Server/Retail
• Developed natural skills in client interactions and time organization
• Learned various aspects of POS systems
• On and Off employment (good relations with owner)
FedEx Kinko’s, Fort Lauderdale, FL June 2007 – April 2008
Key Operator/Retail
• Became very well educated on both business and Professional interactions.
• Acquired knowledge in printing solutions as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
and Adobe Acrobat.
• Elaborated on customer service techniques including, up selling, cross selling, customer
appreciation and solving complicated problems with creative outside the box solutions.
Dave Dobson’s Home Repair
Construction/ Retail Dec 2005- July 2006
• Acquired exceptional project and client management abilities via role as project
manager/supervisor for onsite duties including employee management, job financials,
business relationship building and networking as well as time management.
• Increased productivity and client satisfaction through proper management of worksite
resources and overhead support.
Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Possess excellent research skills; I’m very well organized and have solid clerical abilities.
• Tech-Savvy with extensive knowledge of computer functionality and IT troubleshooting
and maintenance.
• Exceptionally personable with excellent interpersonal and.
• Easily transferable into an IT, computer tech, or assistant environment.
• Highly motivated!
References Available Upon Request.