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Successfully managed the design, construction and maintenance of telecommunication facilities in 11 wire centers (approximately 30,000 access lines) in Northern NY, while working under tight budget constraints •Supervised staff in updating cable charts and various flat files and databases•Worked with line construction department to creatively solve problems with equipment, personnel and administration issues.•Utilized HVP (high voltage protection) equipment with telemeter and telephony circuits at power distribution and generation sites•Extensive experience with multiplexers, fiber optic facilities and channelized equipment (microwave carriers) to provide analog, digital and optical services.•Analyzed, repaired and assisted with chronic analog, digital and circuit equipment troubles in order to restore service to customers.•Worked with a variety of vendors, contractors and departments to clear roadblocks•Served as project manager and design for the FTTP (FIOS) and FTTC (fiber to the cell site) throughout New York State•Created and interpreted drawings, wire diagrams and electrical schematics for optical and metallic facilities including electronic equipment•Repaired and installed telephone service, ranging from voice grade (DS0) to data service (OC-48), including analog, digital circuits and optical services•Provisioned network services for maintenance schedules.•Extensive experience with various test equipment i.e. multimeters, probes and tone generators.•Utilized proper safety and protection equipment in various environments.

Listed skills include Engineering, Project Management, Autocad, Customer Service, and 5 others.