Duane Valeris
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Home Market (Residence): Brooklyn, NY
Summary
•Experience with the civil construction, optimization, and maintenance of wireless telecommunication sites for major U.S cellular carriers i.e. Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.
•Obtained the following Ericsson certifications: Certified ERICSSON Technician - Certified to troubleshoot and install ERICSSON telecommunication equipment, Certified ERICSSON Integrator - Level 2 Ericsson Installer, Level 2 Ericsson Integrator, and Ericsson Excalibur Certification
•Perform pre-construction walks for new cell site locations. Integrate, commission, and troubleshoot wireless telecommunication equipment for cellular providers such as Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless.
•Experienced in training and managing Field Engineers and Tower crews at work sites.
Work Experience
Construction Manager
Samsung Electronics America - New York, NY
September 2022 to January 2024
•Manage activities and personnel in the safe deployment of our technical solutions.
•Proven ability to handle multiple telecommunications projects and meet deadlines.
•Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs.
•High degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions.
•Clearly identify gaps in project delivery – time, cost, resource, deliverables, and escalate as appropriate.
•Ensure workmanship quality of the installations done by the Service Providers is within the contract, company standards and Customer expectations.
•Provide technical assistance when necessary.
•Conduct site walks and coordinate post-construction audits.
•Review suppliers close out package (COP) and approve or reject as appropriate.
•Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.
•Demonstrated knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture principles.
•Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.
Telecommunications Field Engineer
Velex / Nexius - Township of Hamilton, NJ
August 2020 to September 2022
•Perform pre-construction walks for new cell site locations. Integrate, commission, and troubleshoot wireless telecommunication equipment for cellular providers such as Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless.
•Certification with Ericsson Baseband, Nokia Baseband/Routers, Remote Radio Units, and software. OSHA Certified. Ability to adhere to safety requirements while working in various U.S markets.
•Trained and managed Field Engineers and Tower crews at work sites.
•Knowledge of fiber optic scope / PIM testing, installation, and maintenance. Knowledge of AC/DC electrical wiring, and testing procedures.
•Knowledge of antenna mounting, power and grounding connections, RET cabling, fiber connections and troubleshooting.
•Perform site survey of remote locations to ensure quality installation of all racks, equipment powerplants, fiber cable, etc. Report any and all defects to the Operations Manager and /or OSP Project Engineer.
•Label and tag all equipment and cabling according to Network Engineering Diagrams.
•Perform advanced analysis and troubleshooting of problems / issues while assisting the NOC/customer.
•Participate in on-call rotation schedule for nights and weekends.
•Perform other duties and responsibilities as required and assigned.
•Perform both hardware and software updates and/or changes to remote site equipment as necessary.
•Complete and maintain electronic records of work completed on various assignments.
•Interface with customers and carriers in support of service delivery and assurance.
•Work independently for extended periods of time.
•Respond to Customer Troubles on 24-hour basis.
•Work closely with the NOC, Sales, Engineering, and customers.
Licensed Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Realty - New York, NY
September 2017 to September 2021
•Strategically assist clients in residential and commercial real estate transactions in the New York City market.
•Develop creative marketing and promotional strategies.
•Continually studies current market trends in order to help clients locate and negotiate and close the best deal in the least amount of time.
•REBNY Member
Telecommunications Field Engineer
Tucker Technology, Inc. - New York, NY
February 2016 to April 2019
•Integrate, commission and troubleshoot wireless telecommunication equipment for cellular providers such as Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless.
•Certification with Ericsson and Nokia equipment. Adhered to MOP's and safety requirements while working in various U.S markets.
•Trained and managed Field Engineers and Tower crews at work sites.
•Knowledge of fiber optic scope / PIM testing, installation, and maintenance. Knowledge of electrical wiring, and testing procedures.
•Knowledge of antenna mounting, power and grounding procedures, RET cabling, and troubleshooting.
•Perform site survey of remote locations to ensure quality installation of all racks, equipment powerplants, fiber cable, etc. Report any and all defects to the Operations Manager and /or OSP Project Engineer.
•Label and tag all equipment and cabling according to Network Engineering Diagrams.
•Perform advanced analysis and troubleshooting of problems / issues while assisting the NOC/customer.
•Participate in on-call rotation schedule for nights and weekends.
•Perform other duties and responsibilities as required and assigned.
•Perform both hardware and software updates and/or changes to remote site equipment as necessary.
•Complete and maintain electronic records of work completed on various assignments.
•Interface with customers and carriers in support of service delivery and assurance.
•Work independently for extended periods of time.
•Respond to Customer Troubles on 24-hour basis.
•Work closely with the NOC, Sales, Engineering, and customers.
Real Estate Salesperson
The Corcoran Group – New York, NY
2015 to 2017
•Strategically assist clients in residential and commercial real estate transactions in the New York Citymarket.
•Develop creative marketing and promotional strategies.
•Continually studies current market trends in order to help clients locate and negotiate the best dealin the least amount of time.
•Manage database pipeline to nurture future leads.
•Corcoran Group Top Rental Agents 2016
•Corcoran Group Team of the Year 2015
•REBNY Member
Gas Station Franchise Owner
Mobil On the Run - Brooklyn, NY
2008 to 2015
•Owner of high-volume Mobil gas station with food service convenience store.
•Hired, and trained employees engaged in fuel sales and food service convenience.
•Fuel sales over 3 million gallons per year.
•Board Member of National Dealers Association.
Gas Station Operations Manager -Multi Site
ExxonMobil - New York, NY
2002 to 2011
•Operations manager of high-volume Mobil gas station with auto repair facility
•Specializing in repairing government owned vehicles
•Hired, and retained employees engaged in fuel sales and auto repair.
•Certified NYS Motor Vehicle Inspection station
•Fuel sales over 2 million gallons per year
Automotive Service Manager
Valeris Service Station - ExxonMobil - New York, NY
2000 to 2011
•High volume ExxonMobil gas station with auto repair facility.
•Specializing in repairing government owned vehicles.
•Hired, and retained employees engaged in auto repair.
•Certified NYS Motor Vehicle Inspection station.
Education
Certified Automotive Technician in Automotive Repair
Bronx Community College - Bronx, NY
September 2001 to 2003
Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering technology
University of Hartford - Hartford, CT
September 1996 to May 2000
Certifications and Licenses
Certified ERICSSON Technician
June 2019 to Present
Certified to troubleshoot and install ERICSSON telecommunication equipment.
Certified ERICSSON Integrator
June 2019 to Present
Level 2 Ericsson Installer
Level 2 Ericsson Integrator
Ericsson Excalibur Certification
CPR
June 2021 to June 2023
Certified to perform CPR
OSHA 10
June 2021 to Present
OSHA 10hr Construction safety certification
NYS Real Estate License
March 2015 to March 2024
Fall Protection
May 2019 to Present
Radio Frequency Awareness
May 2019 to Present
NYS Drivers License
November 1995 to November 2027
Certified Automotive Technician
May 2003 to Present
Certified NOKIA Technician
May 2016 to Present