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Other Licenses And Short Courses
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Certification
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Danis Rusenga

it & telecommunication technician
Windsor East

Summary

IT and Telecommunications professional with 10+ years of experience in planning, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining communication infrastructures. Recognized as a dedicated team player, eager to contribute to an innovative organization. Strong grasp of telecommunications engineering and IT concepts, proficient in electrical and electronics skills. Motivated by client satisfaction and passion for the work. Skilled technician in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining systems. Thrives in collaborative team environments, adapts to project requirements. Focus on system optimization and operational efficiency, known for reliability and delivering results under pressure.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SALES & LEAD IT & TELECOMMUNICATION TECHNICIAN

M-TELESOLUTIONS
02.2020 - Current
  • Business to business sales of pabxs, VoIP, CCTV, Toshiba printers, intercoms and wireless internet solutions to prospective clients.
  • Installed and programmed NEC (SL1000, SL2100, SV9100 and NS500), Gigaset and Panasonic IP pabxs.
  • Installed LTE routers and set up ECN, MIA and U-Cloud VoIP connectivity solutions.
  • Planned, installed and set up Ubiquiti, Mikrotik, TP link routers, access points to deploy Wi-Fi in schools and business premises.
  • Installed, set-up, maintained a range of e-Studio series Toshiba multifunctional printers in schools and business clients.
  • Installed, set up and maintained CCTV systems including remote viewing in schools, residential complexes and business premises.
  • Installed and maintained intercom systems and PA systems at schools.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Monitored spare parts inventory and addressed shortages with purchasing personnel.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Facilitated seamless software upgrades, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Optimized network performance, conducting regular updates and patches to software systems.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.

SALES REP

TELELINK OPTICOMM
02.2017 - 02.2020
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
  • Negotiated favorable terms in contracts, ensuring both customer satisfaction and profitability.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.

SIGNAL & TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN

NRZ
08.2007 - 12.2014
  • Installed and repaired network cabling, hardware and software to maximize operational efficiency.
  • Installed and configured new pcs, devices and system components.
  • Supervised a staff complement comprising of technician helper, semi-skilled worker and apprentices.
  • Performed small depot/workshop management duties such as completing and endorsing time sheets, ordering stock for replenishment, compiling monthly progress reports, accidents reports.
  • Assembled and mounted a range of UHF/VHF antennas such as para-corner, yagi, dipole, whip, horse-shoe, hard-hat and panel antennas on masts, service vehicles, control rooms and locomotives.
  • Performed workshop configurations and specification checks on mobile and walkie-talkie radios to ensure operation within specified frequency and power ranges and/or set them to base or repeater operational modes before deploying them.
  • Carried out routine tests on mobile radios in locomotives before departure to ensure proper operation.
  • Performed basic electronic repair of power supplies and replaced faulty mouthpieces, earpieces, broken stub antennas on portable radios.
  • Performed web based troubleshooting and maintenance of digital microwave backbone/spurs links equipment at microwave stations, diagnosing alarm conditions and clearing the alarms by either remotely or visiting the stations.
  • Installed, troubleshot and resolved telephone faults.
  • Installed, configured and regularly updated Windows OSs, Microsoft Office suite, drivers, antivirus software and other user applications as requested by clients.
  • Acted as a technical resource person to answer tickets and emails pertaining to user’s computer problems including training clients on new software.
  • Installed mechanical, electrical and electronic track side signalling and telecommunications equipment in the yard or section following manufacturers’ specifications and Principal Engineer’s schedule.
  • Stripped, cleaned, lubricated, replaced worn-out components and adjusted moving parts, referring and applying specifications on re-assembling of switch machines e.g. tolerances for contacts, clutches, etc.
  • Performed regular integrity tests on signalling equipment and instituted corrective measures to ensure they are fail safe e.g. measuring ballast resistance and adjusting track voltages accordingly in relay rooms or location boxes on commencement of rainy seasons.
  • Systematically diagnosed and cleared faults on colour light running signals, track circuits, block circuits, shunt signals, route indicators, control room/cabin panels, visual display panels, grade level crossings and interlocking circuits with the aid of signal circuits prints.
  • Sort permission first from controllers/signalmen and ensured the track section to be worked on is adequately protected by use of detonators or red flags before commencing work.
  • Systematically performed faults diagnosis on supervisory equipment replacing faulty electronic cards.
  • Performed electronic repairs to field equipment such as battery chargers, track feed sets and signal cards with the aid of schematic diagrams.
  • Often times filled in for superiors on vacation or sick leave.
  • Chaired monthly health and safety meetings.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all installations, repairs, and inspections for easy reference in future troubleshooting efforts.
  • Improved network performance by diagnosing and resolving complex telecommunications issues.
  • Reduced downtime with regular maintenance of telecommunications equipment and infrastructure.
  • Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on industry trends and advancements, ensuring top-quality service delivery.
  • Collaborated with other technicians to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • Upgraded legacy systems to newer technologies, increasing overall network capacity and performance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy large-scale telecommunication projects.
  • Trained junior technicians on proper installation techniques and troubleshooting procedures, ensuring consistent service quality across the team.
  • Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP, and CTI applications.
  • Implemented security measures to protect network systems from unauthorized access and threats.
  • Improved system reliability with implementation of updated software and hardware.
  • Achieved significant improvements in signal quality by optimizing antenna placement and configuration.
  • Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - TELECOMMUNICATIONS

MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
ZIMBABWE
04.2001 -

CERTIFICATE - RADIO COMMUNICATIONS

MIN. OF HIGHER & TERTIARY EDUCATION
ZIMBABWE
04.2001 -

TRADE CERTIFICATE - RAILWAY SIGNALLING & TELECOMMUNICATIONS

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING & TRADE TESTING
ZIMBABWE
04.2001 -

Skills

Schematics Interpretation

Other Licenses And Short Courses

  • Communication Skills

Affiliations

IITPSA

Certification

E-Studio Toshiba Series MFPs

Timeline

SALES & LEAD IT & TELECOMMUNICATION TECHNICIAN

M-TELESOLUTIONS
02.2020 - Current

SALES REP

TELELINK OPTICOMM
02.2017 - 02.2020

SIGNAL & TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN

NRZ
08.2007 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - TELECOMMUNICATIONS

MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -

CERTIFICATE - RADIO COMMUNICATIONS

MIN. OF HIGHER & TERTIARY EDUCATION
04.2001 -

TRADE CERTIFICATE - RAILWAY SIGNALLING & TELECOMMUNICATIONS

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING & TRADE TESTING
04.2001 -

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