DELAINA L. DAVIS
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Fayetteville, North Carolina 28306 803-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced and detailed-oriented Information Technology (IT) Professional focused with 9 years career experience in help desk environments. Highly adept in systems analysis, diagnostics and troubleshooting, and conflict resolution. Exhibits excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Works well in team environments and displays strong work ethic.
QUALIFICATIONS HIGHLIGHTS
Customer Service – oriented
Proficient in finding and resolving malfunctions to ensure minimization of downtime and optimal computer performance
Quality Assurance
Conflict Resolution
Excellent Communicator and presenter
Proficient in project planning, execution and leadership
Software testing and training
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Programming Languages: C++, JavaScript
Software: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) Adobe, Citrix
Operating Systems: Mac, Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, Vista, XP, Unix, Linux, Active Directory, VMWare
Hardware: Desktop and Laptop Computers, Printers, Servers, Routers, Cisco
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
5/2014 to Current Technical Support Specialist
Verizon Elgin, SC
Strong background in resolving trouble shooting issues to include software, hardware problems related to various products such as Blackberry, Palm, Android, Apple, Windows, Mac OS X.
Provide first level support to customer in order to de-escalate abnormal situations in a calming and professional demeanor.
Provide International service for high profile customers traveling overseas
Effectively and efficiently meet and exceed performance goals on average calls per day, average handling time, schedule adherence, call work, call hold, quality scores and upgrades.
Ability to carry out assignments with limited supervision where objectives are broadly defined.
Strong analytical and organizational skills and able to work in a team environment.
Maintain awareness of technology trends and current events in dealing with information technology.
1/2011 to 5/2012
Computer Support Assistant,
University of South Carolina, Columbia SC
Setup and configure software and all the versions of Microsoft Windows.
Acted as the main point of contact for computer hardware problems and worked with vendors to arrange repairs and maintenance.
Provided technical instruction and assistance to faculty and staff to include resetting passwords and user ID, system navigation, account maintenance, and fixed bad user profiles.
Installed, updated, and resolved issues with application software and operating systems; administer and maintain local and network printers.
Served as a resource liaison for Faculty and Staff.
Provided on-site support to customers and clients with especially challenging computer problems.
10/2007 to 4/2010 Computer Lab Technician
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College, Orangeburg, SC
Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing of personal computer and laptops.
Responsible for providing student support and customer service.
Acts as an on-site resource to individual students and groups accessing computer technology; helps familiarize students with software; assists students in registering for classes, completing assignments, and orients students to the laboratory.
Opens and/or closes the computer lab and provides for the general cleanliness, safety and security of the laboratory area. Reports maintenance problems to the Service Request Center as they occur.
Installed, updated, and resolved issues with application software and operating systems; administer and maintain local and network printers.
Replaced and repaired computer HDD’s and hardware.
EDUCATION
2016 Bachelors of Science: Business Management
Strayer University, Columbia, SC
2010 Associate of Science: Computer Technology
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College, Orangeburg, SC
Emphasis in Information Technology