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IT Systems Specialist

Experience and Skills

Experience
 
IT Specialist, Millard Public Schools
Omaha, NE - 4/16/2001 - 9/15/2004

* Performed in-house hardware technical and software troubleshooting support for LAN printers, servers, user desktops, and mobile devices.
* Maintained network printer management via HP WebJet Admin.
* Served as a liaison for Administrative school staff and the Director of Technology.
* Responsible for the Apple/Macintosh desktops, applications, and network connectivity
* Collaborated in the development of a grant course geared to encourage young women to pursue Computer Science and Mathematical areas of academics
* Provided training for staff on applications & lead a weekend expo to

IT Specialist, Omaha Steaks Intl
Omaha, NE - 9/2000 - 4/2001

* Researched and reviewed new technology for future use and benefits within the company network infrastructure
* Setup new user accounts and workstations, provided desktop application support and guidance
* Managed in coming support calls, prioritized and assigned work requests to IT staff

Customer Service Technician, Midland Computer Inc.
Omaha, NE - 6/1995 - 9/2000

* I was promoted from Receptionist, to Service Administrator, and then Customer Service Tech
* Managed call scheduling, customer service contracts, billing and other service related documentation
     
Resume/Skills
 
* Worked with award winning journalism team to create and layout finish articles.
* Experience in network design, network administrations, and systems support. A, hands
on, knowledge of DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, and other network Protocols.
* Strong configuration and installation knowledge of PC's and networking, to include
windows 2000/NT workstation and server OS, with at least of 3 years experience.
* Strong Microsoft background with experience in basic Cisco Call Manager, Messaging
* Network Operating Systems,(Win 98/NT 4.0/2000); and Network Applications
(Exchange, MS Terminal Server).
* Extensive knowledge of Novell network support, GroupWise administration, client
configurations, system support, and troubleshooting.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft products and applications. Effective hardware
in addition, to software application troubleshooting techniques.
* Demonstrated strong analytical/problem solving skills.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
* Demonstrated ability to train users in small and large group setting.
* The ability to resolve issues and work with clients in a professional and customer
friendly manner. Great organization and follow up on issues.
* As an IT Team member I worked to establish Web-site design and consistency for publication in the District Internet Guidelines Policy book.
* Experience working in HTML/XML, DreamWeaver, Fireworks, and a few older web publishing software programs.
     
Certifications:
  CompTia A+
    MS Windows 2000 & XP Pro Server & Desktop
Highest Education:
  Currenty taking courses at a local college
Requested Rate:
  25-40 USD per HR

Contact Information

Contact Name:
  Merritt Pardew
Company:
  Merritt Pardew
Address:
  4219 Crown Point Ave
City, State & Zip Code:
  Omaha, NE 68111
Email Address:
  mpardew@lycos.com
Phone Number:
  402-208-6716
Cell Number:
  402-208-6716