Richard Olson
Evanston, IL **202
Home: 847-***-**** / Email: **********@***.***
Objective
Seeking a challenging position that will enable me to use prior knowledge
while continuing to develop skills and experience in the field of
Information Technology.
Professional Experience
1996 - 2008 Software/Hardware Repair Specialist
Identatronics, Elk Grove Village, IL
. Perform repairs on plastic card printers, cameras, and
computers;
. Ensure exceptional customer and dealer services transpire with
regard to software or hardware assistance and repair;
. Complete warranty and billable services for dealers and
customers;
. Execute return process of warranty parts to ensure proper paper
trails and credits;
. Conduct User Acceptance Testing of software prior to customer
and dealer releases;
. Test functionality of hardware to ensure software
compatibility;
. Carry out testing of card readers, door access controllers,
time clocks, cameras, and printers prior to market release;
. Troubleshoot various software and hardware issues;
. Possess strong communication, customer service and
organizational skills, which increased customer satisfaction from 85%
to 98% and realized 100% on-time delivery of assigned
projects.
1985 - 1996
Walgreens, Inc., Chicago, IL
Held various positions at Walgreens locations throughout the Chicago area
up to and including Assistant Manager and Manager-in-Training.
. Partner with Store Manager on profitability of products, store
condition, internal shrink, and inventory control;
. Schedule and train employees, monitor employee performance,
verify employee cash counts, and conduct daily and nightly safe
counts;
. Order products for the store, set up seasonal aisle, validate
customer refunds, and resolve customer concerns.
Education
Evanston Township High School
Evanston, IL