Ricardo O. Palmer
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home: 647-***-**** : Mobile: 647-***-****
Email: **********@*******.*** Linkedin.com/in/ricardopalmer
Summary of Skills
Certified Network+ Computer Network Technician with six years of IT experience, excelling in system operations training, collections and delivering exceptional customer service.
Possess excellent troubleshooting and technical support abilities to quickly respond to and resolve computer hardware/software problems for diverse clients.
Intuitive and analytical fast learner with practical experience in applying knowledge of all facets of computer network hardware, protocols, security and systems to attain network, desktop and application level solutions.
Technical Skills include:
Networking
Network + Certification
TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Fiber Cable, TCP/IP, Wired and Wireless Network Installation and Configuration
Routers/ Switches
Routing Protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
Network Security (Firewalls)
Operating Systems/
Software Applications
Unix/Linux
PHP, HTML, MySQL
JavaScript
Windows 98/XP/7
Adobe Photoshop
MS Office Suite
Hardware
Hardware Switches
Cables, Patch Cables
Network Printers
Routers & Modems
Network Storage
Wireless Access Points
Education and Training
Computer and Network Support Technician Diploma Sept 2014 - Present
Humber College Institute of Technology and Advance Learning
Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification Jan 2016 - Present
Cisnet
Photovoltaic Installer (ETA-Electronic Technicians Association) Certification Aug - Oct 2012
Vector Technology Institute
Certified Network+ Technician Certification Mar - Aug 2008
Software Training Center
Computer Science and Computer Repairs Level II Certificate Mar - Aug 2004
National Tools & Engineering Institution [NCTVET]
Work Experience
Inventory Control Specialist Jan 2015 – Present
Walmart Supercenter, Brampton Ontario, Canada
oOrganizes and maintains warehouse and inventory yard areas for efficient material
storage and handling. Maintains labeling system on each stock item; manually stocks
inventory shelving with stock items received or returned
oConducts weekly cycle counts of inventory materials based upon computer-monitored
suggested re-order listing
LED Technician/IT Technician
Visual Vibe Limited, Kingston Jamaica Mar 2011 – Aug 2014
oRepair LED Display Video-board
oInstallation of system software and data interfaces
oAssisted with the installation of display devices, troubleshooting network connectivity
oService and maintenance of fix display video and mobile boards
oKnowledgeable in diagnosing equipment faults and trouble-shooting technical problems
oSupervise and perform preventative maintenance on video boards
IT Technician/Network Technician Aug 2009 – Nov 2010
Inter-Global Computer Services, Kingston Jamaica
oAnalyzed, tested and installed computers and large hardware systems
oInstalled and configured computer and internet security software
oChecked performance-related issues and network and support problems to minimize loss of service occurrences
IT Technician/Network Feb 2008 – Jun 2009
Technology Support, Kingston Jamaica
oPerformed software for Dell and IBM Machines as well as providing technical support
oAssisted with critical system outages analyses, server software upgrades, server backups,
oInstalled and repaired portable systems
oSet up, configured and maintained internet access, wireless networks
oInvestigated network performance issues and breakdowns of system equipment
Computer Repairs/IT Technician Jan 2005 – Nov 2007
Computer Satellite and Electronics, Kingston Jamaica
oManaged software upgrades, including user capacity building training and support in various applications of MS Windows (particularly MS Word and MS Excel)
oProvided technical advice and support for resolution of usability issues and on application upgrades
oExecuted system data backup, Windows setup and installation, as well as various peripherals, including installation of printers and security cameras
oResponded to complaints, queries and provided technical advice with a quick resolution
Awards and Achievements
* Achieved at CXC General Proficiency level: Mathematics (3), English Language (3), Technical Drawing (2), Electrical & Electronic Technology (3), Information Technology (3) and Principle of Accounts (3).
References Available Upon Request