Andy Russell
New Caney, TX ***** • 346-***-****• ********.*****@*****.***
Multi-Certified IT Help Desk Technician
CompTIA A+ certified professional with working experience providing technical support to end users
Proven success in a high-volume call center, strengths in rapidly diagnosing and resolving client issues
Consistently praised for communicating effectively with technical and non-technical users and patience in dealing with frustrated customers
Key Skills
Complaint Handling
Technical
Troubleshooting
Team Collaboration
Hardware Configuration
Software Installs
LAN Connectivity
Problem Diagnosis
Customer Service
Phone & Online Support
Client/Server Models User
Training/ Support Effective
Communication
Education History
MyComputerCareer – Houston, TX Anticipated Graduation date: Information Technology Systems Administrator January 16, 2020
Certifications: CompTIA A+ (1001-1002), MTA Security Fundamentals (98-367), Linux Essentials (010)
Divergence Academy - Houston, TX Graduation date: Cyber Security April 12, 2022 Professional Profile
Virtuo Group Corp. Houston TX - Mobile Migration Technician February 2020-
Assist with the investigation, evaluation, and outsourcing of learning technology initiatives, markets, and products
Coordinate planning, designing, and development of Learning management system and in-house system training for customers.
Met professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others
American Residential Services, Houston, TX – Sales Support Associate March 2019 – 2020
Decreased the sales cycle by ensuring all needed information was included upfront for orders Established dialogue with clients for the exchange of information to improve specific company requirements for reports.
Recognized as subject matter expert for the workflow processes and quality assurance. EATEL Communications, Gonzales, LA– Installation Technician October 2014 – July 2015
Spliced fibers using fusion splicing or other techniques. Successfully worked through unexpected issues that go hand in hand with a newly launched product.
Worked with NOC (Network Operational Call Center) to plan and restore outages within the time allowed.
Charter Communications, Worcester MA,-Call Center Technician September 2013- February 2014
• Partnered with Tier II and Tier III help desk peers to resolve complex problems that required escalation.
• Documented detailed descriptions of individual issues in the ticket system and diligently followed up.
• Received positive success ratings on performance reviews with top marks in communication and service.
Technical Proficiencies
Software: MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook; VMware applications, Anti-virus programs Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari,
Hardware: PCs, Laptops, Printers, Routers, Modems, Telephony Systems Networking: LAN & VPN/Remote Connectivity, TCP/IP
Platforms: Windows, Unix, NetWare Servers, Citrix