Patrick A. Lewis
Sr.
CONTACT
Brazil, IN 47834
SKILLS
Policy administration
Develop employee
knowledge
Preventive maintenance
Oversee operations
Data management
EDUCATION
Western high school
High School Diploma
Russiaville, IN
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced telecommunications technician offering proven expertise in streamlining operations, controlling costs, and maintaining tight schedules demonstrated by successful 28-year communication industry career. Familiar with successful approaches for getting the most out of every team member. Good at working with bare-bones resources in fast-paced environments to achieve remarkable results. EXPERIENCE
Military Department of Indiana, PBX Administrative Manager
Indianapolis, IN - Apr 1999 Apr 2010
Installed, maintained, and repaired overhead
telecommunications equipment.
Supervised testing procedures to maximize signal quality and connectivity for all cables.
Read and interpreted engineering plans and diagrams to guide workflow.
Configured and maintained various types of digital, serial, and optical transport equipment for reliable performance. Identified issues and performed troubleshooting related to telecommunication cables and wires.
Completed or updated work orders, timesheets, and
maintenance logs.
Operated ladders, signal level meters, voltmeters, and test equipment, in alignment with safety practices.
Observed all local, state, federal, and industry-specific regulations to maintain compliance.
Tested, repaired and installed equipment to verify functionality and work quality.
Educated customers about equipment use, controls, and maintenance for optimal benefits.
Assembled and installed communication equipment line lines, switches, and network components to support
[Location] telecommunication system.
Completed in-depth tests of circuits and components to identify and trace malfunctions.
United State Army, Senior Enlisted Leader
Feb 1983 Apr 2010
Developed programs of instruction, lesson plans, and training support packages for individual and collective military training.
Supervised the installation and operation of tactical equipment such as power, security and satellite devices. Maintained open and effective communication systems to deliver orders and receive information from the field. Diagnosed and solved the maintenance problems routinely encountered on satelite systems.
Worked with team members to assess situations and create plans.
Maintained highest military standard to manage over $5 millions in equipment.
Developed, disciplined, and managed 150 soldiers.
Enforced technical and tactical training standards to support unit mission readiness.
Implemented safety standards, environmental protections, and security controls for platoons of up to 300 soldiers. Taught and supported junior personnel to develop key leadership talents for platoon needs.
Maintained top secret security systems to protect the troops and keep vital information out of enemy hands. Directed training programs to maintain unit combat- readiness in tactical Communications.