BRIAN THOMPSON

*** ******* ***** ********** ******** 19709

201-***-****

ady5bb@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

To obtain a managing position within a growing organization that will utilize my Telecommunications experience and Education to further my career within the industry.

Career Summary

Managed and Supervised many Ericsson/ T-mobile/ Verizon/ Sprint and Samsung Cellular sites, overseen everything from permits and access to the site. Worked with the construction crews and field engineers on the MPLS, NSP commissioning and integrating of 4G and 5G deployment of Alcatel Lucent GSM, UMTS, LTE, CDMA, AWS, PCs, 700, 850 base station equipment into the cellular network. Installation of DAS equipment within new cabinet commissioning and integrations, installations, de-installations, deliveries, call/drive testing, troubleshooting, and technical support, light construction, low voltage wiring. With 8 plus years of technical and management within telecommunications and over 8 plus years of education including a MBA Masters degree in Network and Communications and Business Degree in Computer Information Systems along with 10 plus years of customer service experience, dedicated to a great working environment for whom ever I’m managing and finding new innovate ways to complete the task at hand.

Also have hands on integration of DAS, GSM, UMTS, LTE equipment

Troubleshooting DAS, GSM, UMTS, LTE equipment and transport (T1, copper, fiber, DS3) facilities

Field, RF, DAS and cell site maintenance

Light construction (low voltage wiring, cabinet installations, etc)

Ericsson RBS 3000 and RBS 6000 Commissioning and Integration Experience

ALU (Alcatel Lucent) UMTS and LTE Commissioning and Integration Experience

RF transmission systems and troubleshooting of VSWR and RSSI issues Anritsu or like sweep test equipment and PIM test equipment

T1/ Ethernet Testing and Troubleshooting procedures

Test equipment (T1/ Ethernet Test Set, Digital Volt Meter)

Cable Rack and Cable Management in communication facilities

OMT, Element Manager, Filezilla, HyperTerminal, and Microsoft Office

Microwave Testing, Provisioning, and Installation

IP Networking / LAN engineering or installation

CISCO trained

Basic understanding of Circuit Paths & Designs

Low voltage DC power skills

DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems)

Ericsson Certified Telecom Network Specialists for T-Mobile upgrade project in the New Jersey and New York surrounding wireless market. Worked collectively with the NIC, War room, and other specialists to complete every assignment started per day in all phases from building the cabinet power upgrade phases to integrating the software from Nortel to Ericsson.

Installed Ethernet, T1, AWS, DUW, DUG, DUL power upgraded equipment along with upgraded basic packages, scripts and phone services in a timely manner and all working conditions across the market and company guidelines. Cabinets solution worked on 1B, 2C, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B and Cabinets worked on 6102 and 6131

Work Experience

Senior Field Engineer

TELEWORLD SOLUTIONS - Philadelphia, PA

September 2021 to Present

Samsung Snap 5G Project

R&D, Program Management, Core Networking, RF Engineering, Transport and Technical/Training Support to

fulfill multi-technology wireless network deployments and installations across customer markets (residential or

business customer locations).

Installation of Samsung equipment in Samsung end-customer facility (residence or office)

MPLS, NSP commissioning and troubleshooting on Nokia Routers 7705, 7210, SAS, IXRe

Support troubleshooting of all T-1, ATM backbone,

microwave backhaul transmission methodology

Support RMA process tracking and documentation for

MMBS equipment

Inside wiring (per Samsung requirements and MOP)

Operate and follow standard industry installation, wiring, cabling protocols for cable routing and wall penetrations

Complete weather proofing and protection on any external wall penetrations

External installation of equipment per standard installation protocols and Samsung guidelines

Management of all assigned Samsung equipment inventory in the field (includes spare equipment)

BT&T Solutions LLC (Commercial Towers) (T-Mobile)

Owner

Field Technician in the Philadelphia Market

December 2020 - Present

·Experienced based knowledge of commissioning Ericsson GSM 1900, UMTS 1900, UMTS 2100, LTE 2100, LTE 700 and LTE 1900 both manually and with scripts.

· Knowledge of Ericsson 3106 / 6102 series & Nortel 8000 cabinets.

·Fiber and Copper backhaul

·Experienced based knowledge of Alcatel Lucent 7705 SAR Cell Site Routers

·Installed both Alcatel Lucent and Nokia Routers for cutover and site uploads

·Experienced based knowledge of T1 functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of Ethernet functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of RF signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of T-BERD functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of Anritsu functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of optical fiber connectivity and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of -48vDC power systems.

·Theory and application related to project management, radio access networks, backhaul to sites, signaling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services, and location-based services.

Nexius (T-Mobile)

Field Technician in the Philadelphia Market

January 2020- December 2020

·Experienced based knowledge of commissioning Ericsson GSM 1900, UMTS 1900, UMTS 2100, LTE 2100, LTE 700 and LTE 1900 both manually and with scripts.

· Knowledge of Ericsson 3106 / 6102 series & Nortel 8000 cabinets.

·Fiber and Copper backhaul

·Experienced based knowledge of Alcatel Lucent 7705 SAR Cell Site Routers

·Installed both Alcatel Lucent and Nokia Routers for cutover and site uploads

·Experienced based knowledge of T1 functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of Ethernet functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of RF signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of T-BERD functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of Anritsu functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of optical fiber connectivity and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of -48vDC power systems.

·Theory and application related to project management, radio access networks, backhaul to sites, signaling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services, and location-based services.

FES LLC (Commercial Towers) (T-Mobile)

Field Technician in the Philadelphia Market

April 2019- January 2020

·Experienced based knowledge of commissioning Ericsson GSM 1900, UMTS 1900, UMTS 2100, LTE 2100, LTE 700 and LTE 1900 both manually and with scripts.

· Knowledge of Ericsson 3106 / 6102 series & Nortel 8000 cabinets.

·Fiber and Copper backhaul

·Experienced based knowledge of Alcatel Lucent 7705 SAR Cell Site Routers

·Installed both Alcatel Lucent and Nokia Routers for cutover and site uploads

·Experienced based knowledge of T1 functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of Ethernet functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of RF signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of T-BERD functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of Anritsu functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of optical fiber connectivity and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of -48vDC power systems.

·Theory and application related to project management, radio access networks, backhaul to sites, signaling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services, and location-based services.

NextGen(Commercial Towers) (T-Mobile)

Field Technician in the Philadelphia Market

November 2018 – April 2019

·Experienced based knowledge of commissioning Ericsson GSM 1900, UMTS 1900, UMTS 2100, LTE 2100, LTE 700 and LTE 1900 both manually and with scripts.

· Knowledge of Ericsson 3106 / 6102 series & Nortel 8000 cabinets.

·Fiber and Copper backhaul

·Experienced based knowledge of Alcatel Lucent 7705 SAR Cell Site Routers

·Installed both Alcatel Lucent and Nokia Routers for cutover and site uploads

·Experienced based knowledge of T1 functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of Ethernet functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of RF signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of T-BERD functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of Anritsu functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of optical fiber connectivity and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of -48vDC power systems.

·Theory and application related to project management, radio access networks, backhaul to sites, signaling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services, and location-based services.

Construction Manager in the New Jersey Market

September 2018 – November 2018

Manage daily activity on Telecommunication sites. Supervise and manage work performed. Resolve on site issues. Troubleshoot. Supply directive to subcontractor and crews.

Performed and Coordinate daily schedule with subcontractors within Telecommunication sites

Contacted and check in with and provide notice to site landlords and tower owners

Manage NTPs

Carried out preconstruction walks

Coordinate materials for site and requests for anything missing or needed to complete site

Verified tower climbers certifications are up to date

Reviewed daily site reports & daily subcontractor JSA’s

Submitted daily progress reports to management

Reported updates and activity details daily to Program CN Lead

Trained FCMs (field CMs) and give guidance and directive to team members

Reviewed & aided with all applicable site testing such as sweep’s, pim’s & fiber testing

Ensure crews are checking in daily with NOC & War room

Performed punch-list with crew and TPA the last day on site which includes a review of tower top photos last day on site

Reviewed and approved closeouts for completed site which includes filing out the MS126 Form, redline CDs, perform financial true-ups, WA’s, change orders

Submitted closeout package to tower owner/landlord if required

Reviewed and maintained accurate documentation of technical site details (CDs, RFDS, structural work, Scoping documents, BOMs, etc.)

Ensure and all the building standards, safety protocols & all procedures are being adhered to. Meet site construction commitments and deadlines. Forecast appropriately.

Act as the on-site safety representative

NextGen(Commercial Towers) (T-Mobile)

Field Technician in the Philadelphia Market

May 2017 – September 2018

·Experienced based knowledge of commissioning Ericsson GSM 1900, UMTS 1900, UMTS 2100, LTE 2100, LTE 700 and LTE 1900 both manually and with scripts.

· Knowledge of Ericsson 3106 / 6102 series & Nortel 8000 cabinets.

·Fiber and Copper backhaul

·Experienced based knowledge of Alcatel Lucent 7705 SAR Cell Site Routers

·Installed both Alcatel Lucent and Nokia Routers for cutover and site uploads

·Experienced based knowledge of T1 functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of Ethernet functionality, signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of RF signal flow and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of T-BERD functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of Anritsu functionality (or similar device).

·Experienced based knowledge of optical fiber connectivity and trouble shooting.

·Experienced based knowledge of -48vDC power systems.

·Theory and application related to project management, radio access networks, backhaul to sites, signaling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services, and location-based services.

Glow Networks (Commercial Towers) (T-Mobile)

Field Technician/Construction Manager in the Philadelphia Market

January 2013 – May 2017

Manage daily activity on Telecommunication sites. Supervise and manage work performed. Resolve on site issues. Troubleshoot. Supply directive to subcontractor and crews.

Performed and Coordinate daily schedule with subcontractors within Telecommunication sites

Contacted and check in with and provide notice to site landlords and tower owners

Manage NTPs

Carried out preconstruction walks

Coordinate materials for site and requests for anything missing or needed to complete site

Verified tower climbers certifications are up to date

Reviewed daily site reports & daily subcontractor JSA’s

Submitted daily progress reports to management

Reported updates and activity details daily to Program CN Lead

Trained FCMs (field CMs) and give guidance and directive to team members

Reviewed & aided with all applicable site testing such as sweep’s, pim’s & fiber testing

Ensure crews are checking in daily with NOC & War room

Performed punch-list with crew and TPA the last day on site which includes a review of tower top photos last day on site

Reviewed and approved closeouts for completed site which includes filing out the MS126 Form, redline CDs, perform financial true-ups, WA’s, change orders

Submitted closeout package to tower owner/landlord if required

Reviewed and maintained accurate documentation of technical site details (CDs, RFDS, structural work, Scoping documents, BOMs, etc.)

Ensure and all the building standards, safety protocols & all procedures are being adhered to. Meet site construction commitments and deadlines. Forecast appropriately.

Act as the on-site safety representative

Lead T-Mobile Integration Engineer (Supervisor)

Glow Networks (Feburary 2011- Jan 2013)

Market: Philadelphia

A Certified Technician of Ericsson Equipment and LTE Certified. Supervision and managed other field engineers in the process of Installation, commissioning, and integration of Ericsson RBS 3106, 3206, 6102, 6201: put it in operation, implementation, supervising, troubleshooting & Network Integration RBS Ericsson. Work with Ericsson Implementation Manager and perform any other activities requested by the immediate superior and other activities as needed. Hands on experience with 3B, 2C, 4A, 4B 1B 1A, and Hybrid solutions as well as integration of LTE with T-MOBILE in house tool, support for FOPS

Managed and took responsible for complete installation and maintenance of cell sites including making sure generator and battery backups are in working order

Managed and worked on the installation and decommissioning of 50+ emergency generators on T-Mobile network to provide power for Hurricane Sandy disaster

Ericsson Certified Telecom Network Specialists for T-Mobile upgrade project in the New Jersey, Philadelphia, and New York surrounding wireless market. Worked and delegated with the NIC, War room, and other specialists to manage and lead the other field engineers on how to complete every assignment started per day in all phases from building the cabinet power upgrade phases to integrating the software from Nortel to Ericsson.

Wide understand of the Philadelphia, New Jersey, and New York areas due to managing other field engineers and also drove personal vehicle to appointments to check, restore, and troubleshoot various technologically based systems for T-Mobile individually and as a Supervisor/Manager.

Managed and thought how to installed Ethernet, T1, AWS, DUW, DUG, DUL power upgraded equipment along with upgraded basic packages, scripts and phone services in a timely manner and all working conditions across the market and company guidelines. Cabinets solution worked on 1B, 2C, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B and Cabinets worked on 6102 and 6131

Lead and trained field engineers how to install the following software OMT, Element Manager, Filezilla, HyperTerminal, and Microsoft Office, Provided customer service and support to all customers and other companies working with the T-Mobile USA upgrade project

Managed, Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) created and lead in the process of developed innovative ways of Integration, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting forT-Mobile and Ericsson products

Education, Certifications and Awards

Keller Graduate School of Management Cherry Hill, NJ

Masters Degree in Network/Communications - 2015

Rider University – Lawrenceville, NJ

B.S., Computer Information Systems/Business Administration - 2006

Gloucester County Institute of Technology - Sewell, NJ

AutoCAD/CAM Certificate – 2002

ARTFS, New York City, NY

CCNA Bootcamp Certificate - 2011

ERICSSON CERTIFICATIONS:

MS T-Mobile Training / Ericsson Certified (License Card Code Number 1082) -

LTE RBS 6000 Commissioning Course (LXU 108 7803 R2A) / January – March 2015/ Ericsson Certified (License Card Code Number 1082)

AT&T CBU-DUW Modernization Course (LZU 108 7549 RIA) / January – March 2015/ Ericsson Certified (License Card Code 1082?)

L1900 RBS Commissioning Course (LXU 108 7803 R2A) / January – March 2016/ Ericsson Certified (License Card Code Number 1082)

L700 RBS Commissioning Course (LXU 108 7803 R2A) / January – March 2016/ Ericsson Certified (License Card Code Number 1082)

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