Telecom MR Designer & Field Operations Lead

James Bethurum

Palestine, Texas, United States, 903-***-****, *************@*****.***

PROFILE Highly motivated and results-oriented individual with 6+ years of experience in the telecommunications industry. Proven ability to manage teams, solve complex problems, and consistently exceed expectations. Seeking a challenging career opportunity that leverages my skills and experience in JU Design. OSHA 30 certified.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Apr 2025 — Present MRE Designer, QualTek

Designing MR solutions for power rearrangements on utility poles due to new communication attachments. May 2023 — Apr 2025 AEGIS DESIGNER, Techserv Engineering and Consulting Tyler Designing MR solutions for power rearrangements on utility poles due to new communication attachments. Jan 2021 — May 2023 Senior Field Coordinator, TechServ Consulting and Training, LTD Managed multiple field crews, ensuring on-time and within-budget project completion. Proactively- identified and resolved field issues, maximizing efficiency and productivity. Oversaw nightly data uploads. Jan 2020 — Dec 2021

Jan 2019 — Dec 2020

Jan 2018 — Dec 2019

Jan 2016 — Dec 2017

Jan 2015 — Feb 2016

Mar 2014 — Nov 2014

Jul 2013 — Feb 2014

Lead, TechServ Consulting and Training, LTD

Advanced from Helper to Lead, demonstrating rapid skill development and leadership potential.- Collected comprehensive data from utility poles, including attachment bearings, pole measurements, and owner information for power/communication lines and wire sizes. Helper, TechServ Consulting and Training, LTD

Developed expertise in identifying and documenting violations related to attachments and wire sizes. Proficient in using hotsticks for pole measurements and inspections. Battery Charger, Walmart warehouse

Maintained and replaced forklift batteries.

Fueler, Walmart distribution center

Fueled Walmart trucks, performing pre- and post-trip inspections (including engine bay and tires). Unloader, Walmart distribution center

Unloaded Walmart trailers and operated heavy equipment. Track Laborer, Legacy construction

Moved and installed electrical switches.

Apprentice, Henderson electric

Assisted a master electrician in residential electrical wiring, including fuse box installations and repairs. EDUCATION Palestine High School

SKILLS Joint Use Make Ready

Engineering

Auto CAD

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Collection and Analysis

Leadership

CERTIFICATIONS AND

LICENSES

OSHA 30

OSHA 10

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