Aly O
@alyo
IT Field Service Engineer with expertise in hardware support.
What I'm looking for
I am an IT Field Service Engineer with a strong background in providing technical support for both commercial and residential clients. My experience includes on-site hardware technical support, troubleshooting, and break-fix services for laptops, desktops, workstations, tablets, and printers. I pride myself on my ability to meet contractual SLA's while ensuring high customer satisfaction.
Throughout my career, I have been involved in installing, maintaining, upgrading, and repairing various IT products. I hold multiple certifications, including CompTIA A+ and N+, which have equipped me with the necessary skills to handle complex technical issues. My problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills allow me to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a high degree of professionalism.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Information Technology Field Service Engineer
I.T Field Service Engineer
Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Provided comprehensive IT support to commercial and residential clients, specializing in onsite hardware technical and break-fix support for various devices. Successfully installed, maintained, upgraded, and repaired IT products including PCs, workstations, printers, and terminals, ensuring all contractual SLAs were met.
Freelance Field Service Engineer
Freelance FSE
Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Conducted callouts for repairs of hardware and software components. Provided flexible and responsive technical assistance to various clients.
Field Service Engineer
Fidelity CashMaster Solutions
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Troubleshot, repaired, installed, de-installed, upgraded, serviced, and tested various cashing devices including note counters, coin boxes, printers, and docking stations. Provided hardware and software support for electronic drop safes and accessories to major bank clients across KZN.
Help Desk Technician
Spinnaker Software / Arch
Dec 2019 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Provided remote helpdesk support for Arch point-of-sale software, logging and resolving calls via Sysaid, TeamViewer, RDP, VNC, and Radmin. Handled various issues including purchase orders, GRVs, cash ups, software configuration, and till configurations, offering first and second-line support.
Field Service Engineer
Gijima Holdings
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 4 months)
Traveled to clients to provide IT support on point-of-sale equipment at retail and garage outlets nationwide. Performed upgrades, installations, and troubleshooting for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and banking equipment including switches, routers, IP-phones, and printers.
Onsite-Tech
Mnambithi FET College
Jan 2012 - Present (13 years 4 months)
Repaired computers, performed fault finding, and replaced faulty components. Conducted software installations including Windows, new programs, updates, and anti-virus, and provided desktop support to lecturers in computer labs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unknown
NQF Level 4, Information Technology
Completed NQF level 4 in Information Technology. Studied English, Mathematics (HG), Life Orientation, Systems Analysis & Design, Computer Programming, Networking Contact Centre Sound and Design, and Cooking Operations.
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