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Paul A. Kucherka

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Paul A. Kucherka

1914 Ebony Lane, Houston, TX

713-854-5146 C

pmshop36@sbcglobal.net

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OBJECTIVE

 

COMPUTER REPAIR – DESKTOP SUPPORT

Requesting a position that utilizes my troubleshooting, computer repair and computer maintenance skills to provide the end to end solution for any employer.

PROFILE

 

·      Self educated in building, troubleshooting and repairing PC based desktops since

     1997 and laptops since 2004.

·      Proficient in PC setup and installation, as well as various peripherals.

·      Experienced in customizing and tweaking systems for maximum performance.

EMPLOYMENT

 

Hewlett-Packard, Houston, TX

2007-Present

Software Functionality Tester

·      Perform outlined tests on software to detect deficiencies on 2008 laptops

·      Reporting confirmed deficiencies to proper project managers

·    Confirming such deficiencies are corrected

·    Find other possible deficiencies by random testing

·      Creating - modifying test plans to reflect expected software functionality

 

Geek Squad – Best Buy 291, Houston, TX

2005-2007

CIA Agent

·      Responsible for providing a high level of customer service and satisfaction

·    Responsible for diagnostic and repair of computers using approved Geek Squad tools

·    Instrumental in overseeing documentation of all work done on client’s computers

·    Tracked store inventory used in the direct repair of client’s computers

·    Recommended and had approved by management, additional tools to simplify the repairs

·    Had considerable input on the re-organization of the computer repair area of the store to streamline the repair process

·    Troubleshoot hardware and software problems of all kinds

·    Instructed inexperienced agents on key items to look for when troubleshooting and possible solutions

·    Instructed inexperienced agents on staying away from the “Insanity Loop” by not performing the same troubleshooting procedure over and over again expecting different results

·      Responsible for tracking and resolving overdue repair orders by utilizing the company ‘STAR’ system

 

Bluebonnet Web Designs, Houston, TX

2003-2007

Owner of Website Design Company

·      Created original web designs to accommodate customer’s needs

·    Utilized Front Page 2003 and notepad to create websites

·    Provided 1st class photography of customer’s business highlighting on product or services as required by that particular business

·    Edited photos using Digital Image Studio 10

·    Received 2 Best Website awards for a Siberian Husky breeder site

·      Build, repair, set up computers and wireless networks

·    Remotely connected to client’s computers with Crossloop and PC Anywhere to resolve minor issues and software installation.

 

CSC / DynCorp, Sealy, TX

2001-2003

Technical Writer I

·      Assisted in the creation of an Integrated Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) for the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HiMARS)

·    Used Microsoft word to edit the manual then compile the product using SGML compiler

·      Referring closely to engineer drawings and manufacturer service manuals for creation of precise troubleshooting and repair instructions.

EDUCATION

 

Rice CISD High School, Altair, TX

1982-1986

General Course of Study

·      Extracurricular activities included FFA 4yr, Auto Mechanics 2yr, Band 2yr.

MILITARY

 

United States Marine Corps, Japan / NC and VA

1990-1998

NCO Corporal

·      Originally trained as a welder but learned about computers from Marines of the Information System Management Office.

·    Converted platoon’s “Enable 350” documents and records to “Ami Pro 3.0”

·    Converted platoon’s “Ami Pro 3.0” documents and records to “Office 4.5”

·    Provided technical support for the platoon by acting as liaison between the platoon and the Information System Management Office effectively eliminating lengthy ‘downtime’

·      Earned award the Navy Achievement Medal for bringing a deficient tool room to an excellent status in 6 months.

REFERENCES

 

Michael Dahlkamp L-3 Com; MKI Systems. Div

Logistics Analyst
Phone Number:
(540) 658-8432
Email Address:
michael.dahlkamp@L-3Com.com

Bryan Hickey HP

Aquent Lead

Phone Number: (281) 518-0555

Email Address: bryan.hickey@hp.com

Tony Hosman BAE Systems

Technical Writer II
Phone Number: (832) 673-2313

Raymond Mulford  HP

Developer

Email Address: raymond.a.mulford@hp.com

Ken Ellis BAE Systems

Technical Writer III
Phone Number: (832) 673-2311

Jorge Lopez HP

Developer

Email Address: jorge.a.lopez@hp.com

Greg Rundell Best Buy

General Manager store 291

Phone Number (713) 552-1512

Naz Hages HP

Developer

Email Address: nazih.hages@hp.com