Maninder Sandhu
Windsor,ON
Summary
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) graduate with over two years of experience at Rogers Communications in commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining telecommunication equipment. Seeking CPC Technologist position to further develop technical expertise and apply problem-solving skills in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Technician
Rogers Communications
08.2021 - Current
- Commission and troubleshoot telecommunication equipment, including Microwave, DC power systems, Cellular Base Stations, T-Carrier Systems, Cisco, Milan switch, multiport antennas, and radios.
- Program and troubleshoot Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
- Collaborate with Engineering and Network Implementation teams in planning and implementing work orders within highly secure network, ensuring strict adherence to customer service standards.
- Supervise contractors and conduct thorough acceptance tests / inspection, ensuring strict compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
- Perform RFC Test, OTDR and operate Spectrum Analyzer for interference hunting.
- Conduct regular preventive maintenance routines, prepare incident reports, and track/complete trouble tickets. Maintain documentation detailing the status of telecommunication equipment.
- Participate in on-call rotations and operate full-size pick-up truck in challenging terrains and adverse weather conditions.
- Participate in workshops and training sessions focussed on safe work practices and emerging telecommunication technology.
Education
Wireless Systems Engineering Technology - Engineering
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB04.2021
Skills
- Cellular technologies- GSM, UMTS, LTE and NR
- T-Carrier System (TDM) and IPRAN network
- Diagnose and resolve network issues and outages
- Microwaves, SONET, DWDM, and DC Power Systems
- Regular preventive maintenance routines
- Record equipment performance
- Network monitoring systems – SCADA, RTU, & PLC
- Transmission test (RFC), OTDR, and interference hunting
- JDSU test sets, Spectrum Analyzer, and multimeter
- Wireshark
Wireless Technologies:
Troubleshooting and Maintenance:
Monitoring and Management:
Test and Measurement Tools:
- Planning and implementing telecom projects
- Coordinating with stakeholders
- Inspect and perform acceptance test
- Technical reports and equipment performance history
- Record network/equipment configuration and changes
- Review work-orders and drawings
- Managed effective communication channels between technical teams and contractors
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams
- Cell sites and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) routine safety audits
- Interpret bylaws and address safety concerns
Project Management:
Documentation:
Communication:
Safety:
Languages
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
Volunteered during Hurricane Fiona - Ted Rogers Award 2022
Timeline
Network Technician
Rogers Communications
08.2021 - Current
Wireless Systems Engineering Technology - Engineering
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
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