Samuel Lopez Jr.
Rio Hondo, TX ***** 956-***-**** **********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Cable technician with over 10 years of successful experience in Inside and Outside plant. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in Telecommunication industry. Strengths in installing and servicing backed by training and years of experience.
Skills
HFC map reading
Fiber optic installer
PBX installer
Troubleshooting technical issues
Wiring schematics
Customer training
Cable management
System testing
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Excellent diagnostic skills
IP Forwarding proficient
Excellent communication skills
Work History
Crossroads Communication Solutions – Field Engineer 07/2022 – 10/2022
Verified fiber design was correct to as-built.
Insight Global, ADT Services Tech ll, 12/2021 –06/2022
Installed and serviced security alarm, CCTV and access control systems.
BTS Fiber Construction Supervisor, 10/2020 – 12-2021
In charge of all fiber construction projects from start to finish.
ISP Tech, 03/2018 to 10/2020
Spectrum – Harlingen, TX
ISP with troubleshooting, support and maintenance of network elements and connections required to support Charter's revenue generating networks.
Used precision test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, waveform generators and spectrum analyzers
Followed up on manufacturing and field reports and resolved outstanding problems
Performed troubleshooting of systems with techniques such as speed and ping tests
Analyzed user-generated trouble tickets to determine causes of problems and took appropriate action for resolution
Installed and configured new devices and system components
Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment
Fiber Splicer,
Spectrum – Harlingen, TX
Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment
Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
Dug trenches, back-filled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction
Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects
Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
Used hand tools to change worn cutting tools
Troubleshot hardware and software to determine and rectify network problems
Business Class Tech
Time Warner Cable – Harlingen, TX
Troubleshot and maintained all networking devices and infrastructure across enterprise including switches, routers and firewalls
Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices
Designed and implemented new server standards for core business services
Mounted equipment to walls, concealed wires, installed audio and programmed remote controls
Service Technician,
Time Warner Cable – Brownsville, TX
Installed and configured new devices and system components
Responded to service requests during business hours
Set up networks and computers for residential customers
Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics and crawl spaces
Increased customer satisfaction and repeat business through relentless pursuit of resolutions to problems
Worked with unsatisfied customers to understand requirements and provide exceptional cable service
Education
High School Diploma
San Benito High School - San Benito, TX
Associate of Arts: Telecommunications
Texas State Technical College - Harlingen - Harlingen, TX