Laptop Repair Technician Resume
LATOSHA MURCHISON
Timber View Apt.
San Antonio, Texas
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OBJECTIVE: Seeking a position that will apply the whole of my technical
training, while offering potential opportunities for maximum
professional growth, personal wisdom and satisfying the constant thirst
for knowledge.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Over three years as an Intelligence Systems Technician. Granted a Top
Secret/SCI Clearance by the US Army to maintain varying hard and
software systems, ranging from intelligence surveillance imagery to
radio equipment. Worked in two and three man teams and under strict
deadlines. Possess skills in areas of IT, Software Analysis,
Networking, Troubleshooting, Removal and Repair to component level and
equipment testing; as well as miscellaneous administration tasks, and
updating active records and historical information. Able to integrate
aviation maintenance skills and technical training to produce maximum
equipment performance. Also experienced in clerical and administrative
tasks. Willing to utilize all skills including IT, administrative,
mechanical and avionic skills.
EDUCATION
May - Dec Bachelor’s Degree Transfer Program for Computer
Engineering Technology, Central Carolina Community College
FEB - APR Bachelor’s Degree courses in Business Administration
for Information Technology, American InterContinental University
MAY -JUL Mechanical and Technical Training for Tactical
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Shadow ), US Army Intelligence Center,
Fort Huachuca, AZ
APR -MAR Technical Training for Electronic Warfare Intercept
Systems Repairer/Technician (W), US Army Intelligence Center, Fort
Huachuca, AZ
MAY High School Diploma, Lee County Senior High School, Sanford,
NC
EMPLOYMENT
JUL -NOV , Repair Technician for IBM Thinkpads, Solectron
Global Technologies, Morrisville, NC
This opportunity is geared towards the testing and damage assessment of
laptops leased by IBM/Lenovo. These machines are sent to repair after
initial testing, for further testing. The repairer’s responsibilities
include further testing, damage assessment and replacement of damaged
parts. Repairers utilize basic and intermediate skills in both hard
and software manipulation. Basic data entry skills are used to update
actions to machines in the corporation database and change parts
information for particular machines. Certification within the
corporation for repair tasks has been obtained. Also trained in
soldering to component level for repair of RAM slots.
FEB -PRESENT, Special Assignment (In Training)
US Army Reserve Center, Lumberton, NC
This assignment is for select individuals, in which they are trained to
become mentors (Drill Sergeants) for new soldiers who enter into the
Department of the Army’s Basic Combat Training. Utilizing strong
leadership skills and discipline, these mentors will help their new
colleagues to be successful as they move on throughout the US Army.
Obligation is monthly, and on the weekend closest to mid-month. Dates
are pre-determined and will be available in advance upon fulfillment of
position.
JUL - JAN Shadow TUAV Technician (Special Duty)
U.S. Army, Fort Hood, TX (Mar -Mar , Mar - Jan )
U.S. Army, Baqubah, Iraq (Mar - Mar )
Assigned to Brigade size element as part of a combined intelligence
team. Assembled small aircraft, maintained levels of fuel and oil while
insuring product integrity. Performed preventative maintenance checks
and services. Performed preflight checks. Prepared aircraft and launch
equipment for flight. Initiated launch sequences and launched aircraft.
Maintained satellite equipment, generators and aircraft test equipment.
Arranged for communication and transfer of imagery by networking
computer systems. Knowledgeable in Sun Microsystems Solaris and some
experience with Ci systems. Regularly performed scheduled and
unscheduled maintenance to aircraft, satellites, and generators. Made
updates and adjustments to equipment hard and software as necessary.
NOV -JAN Orderly Room Clerk (Additional Duty)
U.S. Army, Fort Hood TX
Maintained statistics for attendance to work, whereabouts, and handling
of paperwork of + soldiers, as part of a two man team. Updated
personal records and files. Completed necessary paperwork for
promotions, personal actions and assigned duties. Prepared for
Supervisor Training meetings, and assisted the Senior Manager (First
Sergeant) and Head of Department (Commander). Prepared rosters for
duties and helped schedule company activities. Answered phones and took
notes. Experience in office etiquette, copying, faxing, filing, and
printing.
MAR -JAN Electronic Warfare Intercept systems
Repairer/Technician
U.S. Army, Fort Hood TX
Maintained HF, VHF, UHF, and microwave frequency receivers, processing
multiplexers, demultiplexers, signal monitors, and direction finding
associated with various (electronic warfare/intercept) systems.
Prepared maintenance forms and records. Performed detailed testing on
electrical and mechanical equipment using various testing apparatus;
such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum
analyzers, wire diagrams, logic and signal flow charts, technical
manuals, troubleshooting charts, performance aids, schematic logic
diagrams, and other measurement and diagnostic equipment. Maintained
radios (electronic warfare/intercept receivers), processing and storage
equipment and computer peripherals. Diagnosed unusual and complex
malfunctions in these systems and equipment located at fixed station,
remote sites and Army depots. Operated automatic and special test
equipment to perform Wow and Flutter Test, Harmonic Distortion Test,
Wave Ratio Measurement, DC Resistant, Impedance Mismatches,
Reflectometry Test and other distortion test to isolate faults and
takes corrective action to insure equipment fidelity. Supervised lower
grade personnel in the performance of their duties. Also utilized
these skills periodically until Jan for refreshment of
qualification.
SEP - AUG Charge of Logbooks (Additional Duty)
U.S. Army, Fort Hood TX
Appointed to insure the accurate and timely upkeep of maintenance logs
kept for the Shadow TUAV System. Advanced learning of Army
regulations and procedures for Aviation, Ordinance (Maintenance) and
Intelligence. Used standardized forms for documentation of equipment
status, performance and necessary adjustments. Helped organize
standardized parts and assisted in ordering parts for entire system.
Maintained historical records for archives. Briefed peers and
supervisors with ongoing errors in filing activity for specific dates
and times.
OCT -DEC File Clerk
The Pantry, Inc., Sanford, NC
Charge of Receiving Paperwork for the Gasoline Administration Section.
Assisted in the organization of files, printing and copying as
necessary. Minimal data entry. Answered phones and directed calls to
whom they may concern. Assisted in all small tasks and ran errands, in
a corporate office setting as directed.
OCT - MAY Cashier
Wal-mart, Inc., Sanford, NC
Collected legal tender for items purchased within the store.
Experience in Customer Service both at the Service Desk and throughout
the store. Arranged items within the store when sales are slow, and
after hours. Periodically answered phones, bagging merchandise, help in
Layaway, and Departmental Assistance.
MAY -AUG Secretary
National Youth Sports Program, Sanford, NC
Recorded Attendance for students attending this summer program.
Updated other statistical information, and secretarial tasks. Answered
phones and completed minor paperwork. Worked directly for the
Executive Officer of this branch of the program, most often without
supervision.
ACCREDITATIONS AND AWARDS
• Army Commendation Medal, awarded for meritorious service for
serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom from Apr -Apr , by US
Army, Aug
• Good Conduct Medal, awarded for excellent behavior during
first three years of service to the US Army, Aug
• Certificate of Completion of Shadow course, granted by the
US Army, Jul
• Certificate of Completion of W course, granted by the US
Army, Mar
• Certificate of Completion of Basic Training, granted by the US
Army, Apr
• Top Secret Clearance, granted by the US Army, Mar
