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Sahil Kalia

TORONTO,ON

Summary

Regional Technical Operations Specialist with 8+ years of experience supporting transportation, terminal, parking, telecommunications, and infrastructure technology environments across Canada.

Extensive experience deploying, commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting mission-critical systems including Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs), Automated Gate Systems (AGS), License Plate Recognition (LPR) technologies, kiosks, parking access systems, networking infrastructure, access control systems, mobile computing platforms, and integrated operational technologies.

Trusted technical escalation resource supporting multiple Canadian terminal operations with responsibility for deployments, outage response, inventory management, technical documentation, project coordination, and lifecycle management of critical field technologies. Proven ability to independently execute projects from installation through commissioning, operational acceptance, and ongoing support.

Skills

System Commissioning & Startup VMU Deployments
AGS & Access Control Systems Kiosk & Self-Service Technologies

Parking Technology Systems License Plate Recognition (LPR)
Windows & Linux Administration Active Directory & VPN Technologies

Cisco, Fortinet & Ubiquiti Networking VMware, Hyper-V & Microsoft Azure

SQL Server & Database Connectivity LTE/5G Connectivity Solutions

SOTI MobiControl Administration Device Imaging & Provisioning

Technical Troubleshooting Technical Documentation & SOP Development

Project Coordination Inventory & Asset Management

Escalation & Outage Response Field Service Operations

Work History

Field Systems & Commissioning Specialist

BUCKEYE MOUNTAIN / CPKC
Vaughan, Ontario
08.2024 - Current

• Primary technical support resource for seven Canadian terminal locations supporting critical transportation and terminal operations.
• Deploy, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs), Automated Gate Systems (AGS), kiosks, networking equipment, access control technologies, and operational infrastructure.
• Manage complete VMU lifecycle including hardware preparation, OS imaging, firmware upgrades, provisioning package deployment, SOTI enrollment, asset assignment, deployment, maintenance, and operational support.
• Commissioned and supported 50+ VMU installations across multiple transportation and industrial equipment platforms utilizing 12V and 24V electrical systems.
• Install and configure GPS, Wi-Fi, and cellular communication systems including antenna deployment and connectivity validation.
• Act as escalation point for critical operational outages, coordinating recovery efforts and ensuring service restoration.
• Manage inventory planning, equipment logistics, procurement coordination, and deployment readiness for Canadian operations.
• Produce commissioning reports, deployment documentation, installation records, and technical SOPs.
• Support Windows, Linux, Active Directory, virtualization, VPN, networking, and remote device management environments.
• Coordinate with operations teams, vendors, stakeholders, and project personnel to ensure successful project execution.

Field Systems & Commissioning Specialist

HUB PARKING TECHNOLOGY
Halifax, Nova Scotia
11.2021 - 08.2024

Commissioned and deployed parking access and revenue control systems across Eastern Canada.
• Supported 5+ major parking infrastructure projects including integrated payment, access control, ticketing, and parking management systems.
• Installed and commissioned gate systems, kiosks, loops, payment stations, intercoms, cameras, networking infrastructure, and operational technologies.
• Completed 20+ Moneris payment integrations and supported multiple payment processing environments.
• Supported parking facilities with up to six operational lanes including POS integrations, HID access credentials, ticketing systems, and automated payment stations.
• Coordinated subcontractors, vendors, project schedules, and customer acceptance testing activities.
• Troubleshot hardware, software, network, payment, and communication issues in live operational environments.
• Provided technical training and project handover support.

Installation Technician

EASTLINK
Halifax, Nova Scotia
06.2021 - 11.2021

• Installed and supported telecommunications, internet, cable, security, and smart home systems.
• Configured customer networking equipment and connectivity solutions.
• Diagnosed and resolved service interruptions, hardware failures, and connectivity issues.
• Installed and supported residential security systems, smart locks, surveillance devices, and connected technologies.

Electrical Meter Technician

NOVA SCOTIA POWER / TRIBUS
Halifax, Nova Scotia
07.2020 - 06.2021

• Installed, commissioned, and inspected electrical metering systems throughout Nova Scotia.
• Conducted meter verification, safety inspections, quality assurance reviews, and regulatory compliance checks.
• Maintained strong safety and quality performance while supporting province-wide deployment initiatives.

•Conducted testing and calibration of metering equipment to ensure accuracy.

Education

Electronics Engineering Technician

Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York
01-2020

Electrical Engineering Technology

Rayat Polytechnic College
Punjab, India
01-2016

Career Highlights

• 8+ years of technical experience across transportation, telecommunications, utility, parking, and infrastructure technology sectors.

•Travelled extensively across Canada supporting deployments, commissioning activities, technical escalations, and operational support initiatives.
• Supported operations across seven Canadian terminal locations.
• Commissioned and deployed 50+ Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) across multiple equipment platforms and operating environments.
• Supported 40+ AGS, gate, kiosk, access control, and terminal technology projects.
• Installed and commissioned 18+ gate and barrier systems.
• Installed and commissioned 10+ self-service kiosk systems.
• Worked in every Canadian province except Prince Edward Island.
• Averaged 8+ flights annually supporting national deployments, commissioning activities, and technical escalations.
• Developed commissioning reports, installation documentation, and operational SOPs.
• Trained peers and technical personnel on deployment procedures, system support, and operational best practices.

Technical Skills

Systems: Windows | Linux | Active Directory | Group Policy | SQL Server | SOTI MobiControl

Networking: Cisco | Fortinet | Ubiquiti | LAN/WAN | VPN | LTE/5G | Cellular Networking

Virtualization & Cloud: VMware | Hyper-V | Microsoft Azure

Operational Technologies: VMUs | AGS | LPR Systems | Kiosks | Parking Systems | POS Integrations | Gate Systems | Access Control | CCTV/VMS

Tools & Equipment: Fluke Meters | Network Testers | Crimping Tools | Device Imaging Tools | LTE Equipment | Impact Drills | Rotary Hammers | SDS Drills | Installation & Fabrication Equipment

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
Sahil Kalia