Christopher Barnes
Ashburn
Summary
Experienced professional with extensive tenure in the telecom industry. Gained a comprehensive understanding by developing skills from the ground up over the last decade. Aiming to leverage extensive expertise to contribute to future advancements in telecommunications.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
CCCI
Dulles
12.2024 - Current
- Review project scopes to determine the needs and responsibilities required from a telecom standpoint.
- Engage with IT, network, and systems engineers to identify telecom requirements.
- Review BOMs to determine if adequate or additional inventory is required.
- Receive and generate documentation of all incoming deliverables.
- Capture detailed overviews of hardware installation, such as power sources, cable connections, model identification, and serial information.
- Demonstrate proficiency in software such as Fluke's 'Linkware Live' and Brady Workstation for generating test reports and cabling labels.
Senior Project Foreman
CCCI
Dulles
02.2021 - 12.2024
- Performed work alongside other trades to cohesively accomplish buildouts.
- Completed buildouts in various settings, including data centers, commercial construction sites, and government-regulated facilities.
- Oversaw daily operations at job sites making sure that workers are following safe working practices as well as adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Managed large crews of individuals with different skill levels to complete projects.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Trained and developed the skills of the crew to further invite growth within the company.
Lead Cable Technician
CCCI
Dulles
08.2015 - 02.2021
- Operated testing equipment for cable certification.
- Operated splicing equipment for various fiber types.
- Demonstrated an understanding of ICT infrastructure processes and procedures, from start to finish.
- Interpreted and followed complex blueprints and system diagrams during installations.
- Set up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing or adjusting equipment.
- Executed LAN closet buildouts from start to finish.
- Operated various hand tools to perform LAN room buildouts.
- Trained junior technicians in the use of various test equipment used to troubleshoot cable issues.
Education
Associate of Science -
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-2015
Skills
- Project management
- Telecom Infrastructure & Design
- Time Management
- Blueprint interpretation
- Analytical Thinking
- Technical troubleshooting
- Effective communication
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Active BICSI Level 3 Technician Certification
- Fluke Network Versiv Fiber Cabling Testing Certification
- PCT - Panduit Certified Technician
- SP3321 - Commscope SYSTIMAX Design & Engineering
- OSHA 30 (renewed Dec. 2024)
References
Luis Varela
Mobile: 571-437-6046
Alexander Dale
Mobile: 703-498-9692
Alec McColl
Mobile: 540-222-2916
Timeline
Project Engineer
CCCI
12.2024 - Current
Senior Project Foreman
CCCI
02.2021 - 12.2024
Lead Cable Technician
CCCI
08.2015 - 02.2021
Associate of Science -
Northern Virginia Community College
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