KENDRA TROTTER
IT PROFESSIONAL
A: **** Townhouse Lane Unit G,
Chesapeake, VA 23323
E: abkuoe@r.postjobfree.com
T: 757-***-**** or 757-***-****
OBJECTIVE
EXPERIENCE SKILLS
"To contribute outstanding technical skills and strong commitment to
achieving your company's goals in an IT consulting capacity."
Norfolk State University, Lab Technician Volunteer, January '10 - Present
Worked directly with PC Technicians and monitored computer lab students
troubleshooting computer problems using critical thinking skills.
Participated with installing software replacing some hardware components.
Assisted with configuring Active Directory, WDS Imaging, joining computers
to the NSU Domain.
EDS/Helpdesk, Jr. Helpdesk IT Consultant, September '06 - January '07
On staff with a major defense contractor as an IT consultant for helpdesk
support functions involving account activations, password resets, and
account unlocks, resolution of certification issues, and common access card
issues (CAC). Responded to, evaluated, and prioritized incoming phone
requests for technical assistance from users experiencing problems with
hardware, software, networking, and other computer-related, Web, and
telecom technologies. Provided prompt, accurate, and respectful support to
users, employing high degree of customer-service skill and technical
expertise while ensuring customer satisfaction. Applied troubleshooting
techniques to verify solutions. Frequently resolved issues with little or
no supervision. Logged incoming calls and email into call-tracking
database. Escalated trouble tickets to specialized staff for resolution.
Canon ITS, Technical Support Digital Cameras, March '06 - July '06
Performed basics of troubleshooting digital cameras. Described functions
and controls of all Canon digital cameras. Installed and removed all
associated software for the digital camera product line over the phone.
Explained warranty options available to digital camera customers.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changing technology to benefit
customers. Quickly learned new tasks and rapidly resolved customer problems
for digital camera users.
Dell Inc., Technical Support Specialist Tier II, March '04 - September '05
Responded to incoming technical support software phone calls and internet
issues. Logged and reported technical support issues in the Dell support
database, maintained current complete and accurate information. Handled and
resolved first and second level technical support issues. Performed
technical research, and resolved complex technical support issues.
Performed software installations over the phone. Cited by supervisor as
"extremely thorough, proficient and knowledgeable." Promoted to handle
Outbound customer support.
Calltech Communications, Internet Technical Support, September '03 -
January '04
Professionally provided new and existing Bellsouth Fast Access customers
with technical support on DSL( Digital Subscriber Line) services.
Accurately conducted all computer diagnostics to determine nature of
problems and provided assistance with Malware and Spyware removal.
Software Applications:
Microsoft Office:
-Word
-Excel
-Power Point
-Outlook
Lotus Notes
Active Directory
Tivoli Remote Tools
Net Meeting
Remedy
Internet Explorer
Firefox
Open Office
Operating Systems:
Microsoft Windows
-98
-2000
-XP
-Vista
Windows7
Mac OS
Dell Certified -2005
EDUCATION
Benedict College
Columbia, South Carolina
2001 - 2004
ITT Technical Institute-
Major: Information
Systems Security
Norfolk, Virginia
2004 -2005
PROFILE
*IT professional with 10+ years of Information Technology experience who
provides top-notch service, sets high standards, and exceeds expectations.
*Highly motivated, dependable troubleshooter and problem-solver.
*Customer-focused performer who is committed to quality in every task from
personal interaction with coworkers and users to high level of service
provided to company/customer.
*Valued contributor who performs confidently and effectively under pressure
and thrives on challenge.
*Excellent communicator and good listener.
*Enthusiastic learner who quickly grasps new concepts and technical skills.