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Patrick Braison Kamanga

Patrick Braison Kamanga

PABX And Networking Technician
Johannesburg

Summary

Dynamic Telecoms and Networking Technician with a proven track record , excelling in network troubleshooting and VoIP solutions. Adapt at fostering collaboration across departments and managing vendor relationships, I ensure seamless communication and robust infrastructure, enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction. Committed to continuous improvement and exceptional customer service.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Telecoms and Networking Technician

Telecom Exchange
06.2023 - Current

• Prioritisation of numerous service requests via the severity of the problem.
• Diagnosing, and troubleshooting VoIP, internet and network-related issues for clients both telephonically and via a ticketing system.
• Collaborating extensively with peers and resellers to resolve issues within accepted time frames.
• Act as an interface with clients, resellers and wholesalers.
• Act collaboratively to solve problems and resolve spontaneous and unique situations with professionalism and service orientation.
• Standby duties if ever required.
• Supporting and troubleshooting all hardware supplied like Telephones , Switches , Routers and Access points.
• Assisting in the monitoring and maintenance core network and traffic flow.
• Liaising with interconnect partners and assisting with troubleshooting high-level network and interconnect issues.
• Assisting with the monitoring of termination providers interconnects.
• Maintaining an efficient work environment.
• Logging technical queries for clients and resellers that call the Support Desk.
• Assisting in Client retention and escalations
• Meeting with clients and suppliers to gather information and determine requirements and design solutions for both client solutions and new product development.
• Assist in the installation of hosted switchboards, configuration of handsets and installing VoIP Solutions.
• Troubleshooting complex technical VoIP and Network Solutions.
• Providing excellent customer service and continual feedback to clients, resellers, internal parties, and management.
• Handling the support and troubleshooting of technical issues that cannot be resolved by members of the technical team.
• Testing and implementation of new equipment, hardware, and software.
• Drafting of training manuals,end-user solutions and product guides.
• Work together with the Technical Support Management to identify resource and equipment requirements, efficient capacity planning, and management of software and hardware availability.
• Provide input towards the continuous service improvement of the entire infrastructure.

Telecoms and Networking Technician

X-Corp Business Solution
09.2009 - 05.2023
  • Liaised between different departments to ensure seamless communication across all networks within the company infrastructure.
  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of hardware and software products necessary for successful project completion.
  • Participated in disaster recovery planning initiatives, ensuring proper protocols were established to minimize business disruption during unforeseen events.
  • Developed detailed documentation for all networking configurations, facilitating easier troubleshooting and maintenance efforts in the future.
  • Oversaw routine backups of critical data, safeguarding against potential data loss scenarios.

Education

No Degree - SAMSUNG Officeserv And SCM Training

MIA SAMSUNG
Midrand, South Africa
04.2001 -

No Degree - Mikrotik Certified Network Associate (MTCNA)

MIro
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

No Degree - A+ , N+ And Panasonic Training

PANSMART
Midrand, South Africa
04.2001 -

Advanced Diploma in Telecoms And Electronics Eng - Telecommunications

COMMAF Training School
Harare
04.2001 -

Skills

Network troubleshooting

IP addressing

VLAN management

Wireless networking

VOIP Installation and troubleshooting

WIFI Installation and extension

Internet termination on LTE , Wireless and Fibre Router

Timeline

Telecoms and Networking Technician

Telecom Exchange
06.2023 - Current

Telecoms and Networking Technician

X-Corp Business Solution
09.2009 - 05.2023

No Degree - SAMSUNG Officeserv And SCM Training

MIA SAMSUNG
04.2001 -

No Degree - Mikrotik Certified Network Associate (MTCNA)

MIro
04.2001 -

No Degree - A+ , N+ And Panasonic Training

PANSMART
04.2001 -

Advanced Diploma in Telecoms And Electronics Eng - Telecommunications

COMMAF Training School
04.2001 -
Patrick Braison KamangaPABX And Networking Technician