Technician Years Experience
Resume:
MICHAEL WORKINGER
Milwaukee, WI 53219
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Professional Experience Summary
Over fifteen years experience in the fields of Telecommunications and LAN (Local Area
Network) cabling and other low voltage applications installation and maintenance for a wide
range of users and user environments. Over four years experience in the operational and
technical areas of Department of Defense radio telemetry collection and analysis. Configured
and operated signal receiving, processing, analytical and recording equipment. Coordinated and
managed physical resources. Two years in the field of precision optical measurement and
mechanical alignment of paper producing and other manufacturing systems. Three years
experience woodworking.
Professional History
FIBER OPTIC NETWORK TECHNICIAN
Sony Ericsson/ Apex Systems Milwaukee, WI Jun 2013-Jan 2014
Performed cable and fault location using radio detection systems and OTDR (optical time
domain reflectometer). Responded to diggers hotline requests and issues concerning the Sony
Erisson fiber optic WAN (wide area network). Represented Sony Ericsson at public works
preconstruction meetings. This was six month contracted position.
SATELLITE TV INSTALLATION / SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Direct Sat USA, Milwaukee, WI Jun 2009-Oct 2012
Conduct Site Survey to obtain proper ODU (dish) location, cable routing options, and determine possible
installation problems. Diagnose and resolve DIRECTV system issues that may arise in the field.
Maintain a revolving Inventory of equipment and parts and track the use of these parts with proper
documentation. Educate the customer on proper use of their system, installation requirements and insure
customer satisfaction. Earned satellite installer SBCA certification.
CELL TOWER TESTER
AT&T Mobility, Wausau WI Jan 2009- Jun 2009
Performed function testing of cell phone towers and metric gathering.
FIELD SERVICE / INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN
Associated Technical Services, Milwaukee, WI Oct 2007-Aug 2008
Installed and serviced security system equipment such a PTZ and fixed cameras, card access
readers, electronic locks, door contacts, panic buttons. Installed low voltage cabling. Installed
and serviced audio and paging systems. Installed and serviced drive-thru communications
systems for fast food restaurants. Performed component level build-up and bench soldering.
Performed the in-shop build-up and installation of new PA systems for Milwaukee Public
Schools.
WOODWORKER / LOCKPREP SPECIALIST
Western Building Products, Milwaukee, WI Mar 2004-Jun 2007
Cross-trained and was skilled in several different production departments including set-up,
assembly and pre-finishing in order to meet daily staffing demands and fluctuation. Experienced
in set-up and operation of a wide array of tools and machines. Repaired equipment to minimize
down time when needed.
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION ASSIGNMENT STAFF
Labor Ready, Milwaukee, WI Nov 2003-Feb 2004
Completed temporary construction assignments including internal and external building
renovation.
CABLE TV / DSL TECHNICIAN
MSTA, Inc., Milwaukee, WI Jun 2003-Oct 2003
Responsible for all phases of cable TV/DSL connectivity from the pole to the television and/or
computer. Installed aerial, burial and in-house coaxial cable and related hardware. Configured
PC’s and installed software for residential DSL users. Performed troubleshooting of PC, DSL
and CATV issues.
LEAD INSTALLER, Cable / Telecommunications
TriTech Corporation of America, Waukesha, WI 1999-2003
Responsible for all phases of voice and data connectivity planning and installation. Installed,
terminated, tested and performed troubleshooting of fiber optic, coaxial, Category 3, 5, 5E, 6 as
well as other low voltage cabling. Interfaced and consulted directly with customers on issues of
network design and connectivity solutions. Responsible for troubleshooting voice and date
network issues. Installed paging and CCTV cabling and hardware. Trained new installers. Set
installation quality standards. Execution of duties included the use and proficiency of a wide
range of tools and test equipment.
MECHANICAL / OPTICAL TECHNICIAN
Beloit/Oasis, Waukesha, WI 1997-1999
Responsible for precision mechanical/optical alignment of production machinery and
components for the paper and paper converting industry. Operated precision optical
measurement scopes. Responsible for dismantling, reassembly and mechanical alignment of
machine components. Responsible for data collection, physical resource readiness.
FIELD ENGINEER ASSOCIATE
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Space, Newington, VA 1996-1997
Responsible for the daily operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of a complex digital
storage network and associated hardware. Utilized Windows based as well as proprietary
software. Maintained robotic tape drive systems and end user work stations.
LAN INSTALLATION SUPERVISOR
Apollo Communications, Waukesha, WI 1993-1996
Responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of all phases of LAN interconnect
installation. Trained and supervised installation technicians.
LAN / TELECOMMUNICATIONS INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN
S&R Communications, Waukesha, WI 1992-1993
Responsible for the installation, termination, testing and troubleshooting of LAN voice and data
circuits. Developed knowledge and proficiency for the planning, coordination and execution of
all phases of LAN interconnect installation.
RADIO SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE COLLECTIONS TEAM LEADER
U.S. Army, Ft. Meade, MD 1989-1992
Configured and operated radio signal receiving, processing and analysis equipment. Planned,
coordinated and executed intelligence collection activities with sensitive Department of Defense
projects. Responsible for the maintenance and readiness of the $1.4 million Special Purpose
Mobile Surveillance System. Trained team members. Wrote technical and administrative reports.
Established new standards.
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