James Swinford

Email: abpwtz@r.postjobfree.com

Address:

City: Catlettsburg

State: KY

Zip: 41129

Country: USA

Phone: 606-***-****

Skill Level: Any

Salary Range:

Primary Skills/Experience:

IT specialist versed in software administration, Data Communications, and Help Desk Support. Comes from a varied background allowing for rapid adaptation to new situations as well as an ability to relate complex technical concepts quickly to a varied audience. Experienced at working with and directing small to mid sized groups of varied skill-sets to complete a common goal. Leads by . Willing to explain a concept until client is satisfied with their understanding.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from Ashland Community and Technical College, Ashland KY 1/2001 to 6/2012 (Information Technology)

High School Dipolma from Berea College, Ashland KY 1/2001 to 11/2012

Job History / Details:

Career Overview

IT specialist versed in software administration, Data Communications, and Help Desk Support. Comes from a varied background allowing for rapid adaptation to new situations as well as an ability to relate complex technical concepts quickly to a varied audience.

Experienced at working with and directing small to mid sized groups of varied skill-sets to complete a common goal.

Leads by example. Willing to explain a concept until client is satisfied with their understanding.

Qualifications

Critical thinker

Experience in PC Repair

Proficiency in Computer Repair

Proficiency in SQL

Skilled in gentle correction

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, One Note

Experienced with Linux

Proficiency in PC Phone Support

Technical Skills

Skills Experience Total Years Last Used

Linux Administration Advanced 4 Current

Microsoft Office Moderate 6 Current

Database Design Skilled 1 June 2012

Website Design Basic 1 June 2012

Windows Server Skilled 2 Jun 2012

Windows Support Advanced 8 Current

Cisco Networking Moderate 2 June 2011

C Programming Moderate-Advanced 6 Oct 2012

Work Experience

March 2010 to Current

Construction Finishing Services, LLC Catlettsburg, KY

PC Tech, CCTV Designer/Installer, Carpenter/Laborer

Began as a construction Laborer with no construction experience.

Adapted IT skills and experience to serve use in construction industry.

Launched the security camera installation branch of the company.

Work with clients to analyze computing and network needs for security systems and designed then installed appropriate solutions within each organization's budget.

Served as operating system expert, providing technical support for entire organization.

August 2006 to May 2008

Berea College Berea, KY

IS&S Student PC Technician II

Provided technical support for entire organization over phone and in-person through help desk and field work.

Other Experience

December 2009 to March 2010

United States Air Force Lackland AFB, TX

Airman First Class

September 2008 to April 2009

Sitel Corporation Huntington, WV

XM Tier II Technical Support Technician

Education and Training

2012 Ashland Community and Technical College Ashland, KY

Associate of Applied Science Information Technology

Studies included:

Cisco Networking

A Computer Repair

Database Design

Linux Administration

Windows Server 2003

Certificates in

A Certification

Cisco Networking Basic

Information Technology Fundamentals

Also participated in Theatre as a Production Stage Manager where my duties included managerial duties for a group of 20-40. Reported directly to the Director of Theatre at the college.

Berea College Berea, KY

Computer Science

Coursework in varied areas including:

C Programming

Robotics

Discrete Mathematics

Japanese Language

Appalachian Music

Storytelling

Computer Animation

Certifications

TestOut PC Pro Certification

Candidate ID: UVCK

Certificate ID: CVTF

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