James L Newton
Cordova, TN ***** **********@*****.*** Phone: 901-***-****
SUMMARY
Experienced Desktop Support Technician with over 15 years’ experience in AS400, Windows Server, and Windows 7. Knowledgeable in supporting users and applications software as well as resolving issues that involve interaction between the client, server platforms, and the network.
CORE COMPETENCIES
●Desktop/Deskside Support
●Computer Technician
●AS400
●Hardware Builds
●HW/SW Upgrades
●Troubleshooting
●Supervisory Skills
●Client/Customer Service
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
National College of Business & Technology – Bartlett, TN Systems & User Support Certification, November 2014
CompTIA A+ September 8, 2014
CompTIA Network+ November 10, 2014
TestOut Network Pro Certification – February 12, 2014
TestOut PC Pro Certification April 22, 2014
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Aeotek
Flextronics
12/2015 - 11/2017
Macbook Repair Technician
Diagnose issues
Determine repair procedure
Repair Macbook Pro, Macbook Air
Verify Repair
Dupont
2/2015 5/2015
System Migration Team
●Determine Warranty status, replace if out of warranty
●Back up relevant system data
●Reimage computer and install company approved software
●Consult with users about new systems and procedures
●Resolve any problems that come up with the new systems
Navy Exchange, Millington 6/2015 12/2014
Shipping and receiving clerk
●Accurately receive new products
●Entered products in the Store Management Database(Microsoft Access)
●Place product in storage or deliver to appropriate department
●Helped set up holiday display
Allenberg Cotton Company Cordova, TN
06/1997 – 12/2012
Computer Operations Specialist
●Night Shift Supervisor and main AS400 Operator, responsible for maintaining equipment and generating reports for various departments with the company
●Provided onsite upgrades and support services
●Desktop Support responsible for phone support as well as on site repairs.
●Provided HW/SW installation, server maintenance, and trouble resolution to 200 PC count
●Acted as escalation point after hours
●Diagnosed technical issues, network security, and maintained backup (attended/unattended) initiatives
●Delivered printing solutions and peripherals
03/1992 – 06/1997
Assistant Warehouse Manager
●Provided employee training and ensured proper handling of product samples.
●Supervised up to twenty employees.
●Required attention to detail in filling out government required paperwork associated with product samples and contracts
United States Navy
07/1981 – 06/1992
E 5 Petty Officer 2nd Class Honorably Discharged Secret Clearance expired