JEFFREY W. DOBSON
***** ********* ***** *****, ******* 33774
813-***-**** Mobile
***********@*****.***
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Customer-focused IT professional with over 15yrs experience in network
administration, user support and customer experience, seeking to contribute
training and acquired skills within a Tier One/Two Technical Support and/or
Help Desk role. Work well independently, or in a group setting providing
all facets of computer support such as troubleshooting, installations, and
maintenance. In-depth knowledge and understanding of numerous software
packages and operating systems. Skilled in providing Customer and End-User
Help Desk Support. Easily identify and resolve technical issues and
concerns. Excellent communication and presentation capabilities.
Expertise includes:
( PC/laptop Configurations ( 7 months of Telecom
training ( IT Call center exp.
( SCCM 2012 ( Time Management ( Remote troubleshooting
( Ecommerce ( Apple operating systems ( Active Directory
( TrackIT ( Various CRM
software's ( DameWare
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
STIFEL NICOLAUS & CO
April 2013 - Current
Support Engineer (Tier 2 technician)
. Taking 40-50 calls per day and converting to support tickets, 1st call
resolutions
. Troubleshooting technical issue in house and in remote branches in 48
states (over 10,000 people).
. PC and laptop support/maintenance with strong communications and
software troubleshooting skills.
. Knowledge of Windows XP, 7 & 8, Office 2007 & 2010,
. Tracks and reports information for department, updating SharePoint and
software licensing
. Remote Managed systems with Altiris 6.9 & 7.2, PCAnywhere and SCCM
2012
. Using Active Directory, CRM software - Act, Brokers Ali, Gorilla,
. Imaging\loading and configuration of hard drives and Apps (SCCM)
. Working on multiple domains
. Program manager on multiple projects for enterprise deployments
. Hardware inventory manager (tracking, organizing and delivery)
WIRELESS VISION - T-Mobile
2012 to 2013
Retail Store Manager
. Analyzing, diagnosing and repairing of telecommunication equipment,
Android & Apple
. Troubleshooting networking issues
. Hiring and training and scheduling of all employees
. Reporting and analyzing of all stats, scheduling, P & L, inventory,
churn, loss prevention, collections
. Troubleshooting pc's both onsite and remotely, for configuring Mobile
broadband devises
. Use of Outlook, Word and Excel with both 2003 and 2010
. Use internet as database and research tool
. Time management, operational excellence and multi-tasking to make
everything run smooth and efficient
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VERIZONWIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS 2010 -
2012
Tier 2 Tech Coordinator/Trainer
. Technical support for internal and external voice and data product
customers
. 6 months of technical support training for Android, Windows and
Blackberry operating systems
. 1 months training on apple operating systems (supporting customers
and Apple stores)
. Troubleshooted hardware and software issues and identify
network/applications issues.
. Verified provisioning and diagnose device or Network issues.
. Troubleshooted PC Operating systems, both Windows XP and 2007,
specifically Device Manager and TCP/IP configuration.
. Proficient in Office 2003 and 2010
. Symantec antivirus and Adobe apps
TRAVELEX 2007 - 2010
Ecommerce & Partner Integration Technician
. Answered incoming Information technology calls in a timely manner,
discusses problems with users, evaluate and prioritizes Incidents
. Remote access software - Pc Anywhere
. Advised customers on existing technology, specific requirements, and
technical enhancements
. Customize solutions to integrate online eCommerce business practices.
. Identify and resolve Technology Incidents and Service Requests.
. Find ways of integrating the company's software into its users website
platforms
PRICEFLO, INC 2002 - 2007
Technology Manager
. Answered incoming Information technology calls and discusses problems
with users, evaluates and prioritizes Incidents.
. Managed multiple concurrent projects to deploy business and information
technology initiatives.
. Setup and maintained company network
. Repaired, updated, loaded and diagnosing of company hardware and software
. Excellent communications skills
. Managed group of technicians for pc and server support, phone-ins and
growth of network.
. Familiar with Active directory, Server configurations, and Management
. Ability and familiar with finding software online
DK SYSTEMS, LLC, 1996 - 2002
Technology/Operations Manager
. Was responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation and
inventory of the computing systems, incoming calls
. Constructed LAN and WAN network systems and coordinated technical
advancements for expansion plans.
. Kept computer equipment, hardware, and software updated to meet
organizational needs.
. Administrated user accounts on the network and applications
. Scheduled information systems equipment usage, recommends appropriate
maintenance strategies, and runs diagnostic tests to ensure
systems are operating efficiently.
. Installed new software releases and upgrades, system upgrades, patches
and resolves software related problems.
. Administered GSA contract
. Scheduled information systems equipment usage, recommends appropriate
maintenance strategies, and runs diagnostic tests to ensure
systems are operating efficiently.
. Installed new software releases and upgrades, system upgrades, patches
and resolves software related problems.
. Administered GSA contract
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. Installed, configured and maintained organization's operating systems.
. Symantec antivirus
. Performed system backups and recovery.
. Documented and monitored software licenses.
. Ensured proper functioning of the peripheral devices.
. Analyzed, tracked, and ensured timely resolution of problems associated
with client hardware and applications software. Detected, diagnosed,
and reported related problems on both server and desktop systems.
. Analyzed, developed, installed, and modified computer operating systems
and resolves associated problems.
. Managed and supposed call in center for PC issues from various locations
for our company as well as customers.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Applications: Microsoft Office (2003 and 2010), QuickBooks, ACT, Adobe
applications, PCAnywhere, Symantec antivirus, Altiris 6.9 &
7.2, SCCM 2012, Dame ware, TrackIT, IT Desktop Manager, RDC,
working with multiple domains, Athena, Citrix
Operating Systems: Windows XP, 7& 8, 2003 Server,
Networking: LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, Routers and Switches, Active directory,
Server configurations and Management
Servers: Worked on Dell PowerEdge 850, 1650 and 2650, 1u &2u's
EDUCATION
ST PETERSBURG COLLEGE, Seminole, Florida
AA
ST PETERSBURG COLLEGE, Seminole, Florida
BS (Taking Capstone)
Portland Regional Vocational Technical Center
Mechanical Engineering Certificate (3 years)
Honorable discharge US Airforce