Technical Skills

• Computer Hardware

  Extensive experience building, upgrading and troubleshooting personal computer equipment. Broad base knowledge of computer peripherals. Have worked with various part-manufacturers.

• Operating Systems

  Experience using, installing and troubleshooting Windows 9X/Me/NT/XP/2000/Vista/7, Linux, Solaris/Unix

• Networking

  LAN/WAN, DHCP, Ethernet, routing, Windows 2000 Server, Apache web server, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, VPN, FTP, firewalls

• Programming Languages

  C/C++, Java, Visual Basic, Net Architecture

• Web Development

  HTML, XML, PHP, CSS, Java Script, Apache web server, digital imaging, streaming media, SSL

• Applications and Tools

  Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visual Studio, Adobe Photoshop, numerous diagnostic, audit and security related program

Other Skills

• Highly organized, positive attitude; can work independently or on a team
• Able to multitask and meet deadlines
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly and easily
• Dependable and responsible

Objective

To secure a position as an Information Technologist, Network Administrator, or Analyst in an organization where my computer skills can be utilized

Interests

• Networks / Communication
• Systems Analysis
• Web Technology
• Home Theatre Related Gadgets
• New Technology

Education

Bachelor of Science

May 2000 - Laurentian University, Sudbury Combined concentration of Computer Science and Mathematics

Certificates

• CompTIA A+ (March 2004)
• CompTIA Network+ (March 2008)
• CompTIA Security+ (April 2008)
• WHMIS training
• General Safety Orientation by NORCAT

Work Experience

Prevost Computers, June 1997 – Oct. 2009

Owner / Operator

• Assembly and distribution of customized personal computers
• Configuration of home and office related software
• Troubleshooting and repair of network related problems
• Installation of wireless Internet / Hotspot solutions
• Website development, deployment, and maintenance.
• Consultation

Greenscape Lawn Care, June 1993 (Seasonal)

Crew Supervisor

• Commercial lawn and yard maintenance
• Job and contract pricing including public tenders
• Responsible for scheduling and training crew of 10+ people
• Responsible for employee timesheets and performance reviews

Travelway Inn Sudbury, Sept. 2000 – April 2001

Night Auditor / Consultant

• Review and balance daily transactions
• Prepare system for upcoming day
• Check in / check out of guests
• Maintenance of computers, network, and hotel management software