Tyrell Jacobs
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Infrastructure Specialist - IBM
BroadVision Solution LTD
08.2017 - Current
- Installed, supported and maintained company hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
- Diagnosed network problems involving combination of hardware, software, power and communications issues.
- Supported project planning team to promptly address hardware and software problems and network emergencies.
- Provided detailed information on hardware and software products so that appropriate stakeholders could make suitable purchasing decisions.
- Identified means to reduce and control expenses by conducting cost, schedule and contract performance analysis and improving resource allocation.
- Analyzed and produced recommendations on continuous network improvements.
- Planned implementation of network enhancements and upgrades.
- Analyzed, troubleshot and enhanced network performance to drive efficiency.
Electrical Technician
K&N Electrical
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Operated and maintained electronic transmitting and receiving equipment.
- Collaborated with IT department to resolve networking issues.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
Electrician
Mikes Electrical
03.2013 - 02.2015
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Visited client sites to confirm space and layout restrictions for equipment installations.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kliptown High
Johannesburg12.2012
Skills
- Preventative Maintenance
- Network Hardware and Software Maintenance
- Wide Area Network (WAN)
- Infrastructure Projects
- Network Strategy
- Business Solutions
- Operational Reports
- Network Configuration and Support
- Infrastructure Maintenance
- Infrastructure Components
- User Technical Assistance
- Wireless Access Point
- Problem Resolution
- Technical Specifications
- Client Meetings
- Antivirus Software
- Infrastructure Tracking
- New Installations
Timeline
IT Infrastructure Specialist - IBM
BroadVision Solution LTD
08.2017 - Current
Electrical Technician
K&N Electrical
01.2017 - 06.2017
Electrician
Mikes Electrical
03.2013 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Kliptown High
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