Andraneka Townsend
Phone: 901-***-****
Email: **********@*****.***
Profile Summary:
IT Desktop Support Technician with a broad understanding of computer
hardware and software, including installation, configuration,
troubleshooting, and support.
Education/Certification:
Certification:
CompTIA A+ Certification
CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician Certification
CompTIA IT Professional (Network + in progress)
Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Windows 7 in progress)
ITT Technical Institute, Cordova,TN, 09/2005
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology/Computer Networking
Professional Skills:
Hardware Skills Software Skills Business
Skills
PC Repair Microsoft Office Suite
Supervisor/Management
PC Troubleshooting Windows XP Customer
Service
PC Maintenance Windows Vista Email Support
Network Troubleshooting Active Directory Phone
Support
Clonezilla Live Chat Support
Remedy Remote Access
Norton
McAfee
Work Experience:
Level One Repair Technician 04/14-current
Synnex/Staffmark Olive Branch,MS
Re-imaged Dell's and ASUS's laptops/tablets via Clonezilla live w/ Windows
7.
Performed PC Doctor on 17 unit concurrently to test the functionality.
Inspected each unit for cosmetic damages and order necessary parts for
repair.
A-Z Repair Technician 10/13-12/13
Flextronics/Areotek Memphis,TN
Troubleshooted and resolved Lenovo's laptop LCD monitors, motherboard, and
hard drive failure that were under warranty.
Performed quick checks to attempt to resolve hardware problems. If problems
were not able to be resolved, we performed more intrusive troubleshooting
before replacing any defective parts.
Initiated repairs by ordering/replacing necessary parts, updating the BIOS,
firmware, and applying system updates.
Repair Technician I Contract 08/12-10/13
FedEx TSC/AppleOne Memphis,TN
Handled MC95 scanners and determine if it is a hardware or software issue
and log notes in company database.
Replaced malfunctioning hardware with power tool/hand tools and make any
necessary upgrades.
Collaborated with appropriate department for changes in Mac address and
Serial number.
Assistant Store Manager 06/10-07/11
Family Dollar Memphis,TN
Assisted the Store Manager in ordering merchandise, creating schedules and
interviewing/ hiring process.
Supported Store Manager with record keeping including: payroll, cash
register deposits, and receipts.
Reduced inventory variances by performing blind weekly cycle counts and
full inventory counts quarterly.
Led, supported, trained, and motivated employees to reach professional and
personal goals.
Help Desk Support Technician Contract 08/08-
09/08
Harrah's Casino/Teksystem Memphis,TN
Supported clients in AS400 by creating users accounts and resetting their
password.
Used troubleshooting techniques and tools to identify products that are
defective and follow guidelines in issuing service calls.
Responsibilities were providing telephone and remote diagnostic technical
support of casino applications and printer issue.
Monitored and tracked issues to ensure accurate resolution.
Help Desk Tier II 01/08-07/08
ThyssenKrupp Elevator/Nextech Memphis,TN
Created domain accounts and reset passwords using Active Directory.
Installed company proprietary programs and applications.
Documented problems in Remedy for diagnostics and solution implementation.
Engaged in Priority 1 & 2 trouble tickets and escalated priority 3(when
appropriate).
Gold Technical Support Specialist 06/06-01/08
Dell Inc. Nashville,TN
Responsible for identifying, resolving, and finding the root causes of all
technical issues.
Provided support through telephone, email, chat, and RDP.
Answered questions about installation, operation, configuration,
customization, and usage of POS equipment to business customer.
Dispatched parts and/or Field Agent to client location when in warranty.
Removed Spy-ware, Malware, and Trojans with Webroot, Norton, and McAfee.
Advises/educated customers within procedural guidelines to ensure a
complete solution to their technical or service questions.