Jesse Simmons
@jessesimmons
Telecom and network operations coordinator with proven WAN/LAN deployment and vendor management expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven telecom and network operations professional with extensive experience coordinating WAN and LAN deployments across public and private sectors. I specialize in vendor coordination, field technician support, and ensuring projects meet customer commit dates.
Throughout my career I have executed end-to-end network installations, managed service activations and disconnects, and tracked procurement and invoicing through SAP. I consistently delivered time-sensitive WAN installations on schedule and supported a broad range of connectivity technologies including broadband, satellite, fixed wireless, LTE, VoIP, T1, and fiber.
My technical background includes hands-on work with Cisco routers and switches, SD-WAN (Viptela), Meraki and Aruba wireless, as well as network monitoring tools like SolarWinds and testing tools such as JDSU. I have led device rollouts, trained team members, and maintained high availability across hundreds of retail locations and corporate sites.
I hold relevant certifications including CCNA and CompTIA A+, and I am motivated to apply my coordination, troubleshooting, and project execution skills to drive operational efficiency and strong client satisfaction in network-focused roles.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Telecom Engineer Coordinator
RA Outdoors LLC dba Aspira Connected Experiences
Jul 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 2 months)
Led planning and execution of POS circuit installations across provincial and state parks and corporate sites, coordinating vendors to resolve broadband, satellite, fixed wireless and LTE connectivity issues.
Wireless Data Technician III
Verizon Business
Apr 2019 - Apr 2021 (2 years)
Coordinated end-to-end public sector WAN installations and provided vendor/onsite technician support while tracking purchase orders and invoices in SAP to ensure accurate reporting.
Network Engineer I
At Home The Home Decor Superstore
Sep 2012 - Apr 2019 (6 years 7 months)
Diagnosed and resolved LAN/WAN, wireless, VoIP, T1, fiber and 4G LTE issues for 185+ retail locations, led IT rollouts of laptops/desktops and IBM 4690 POS systems, and trained a four-person support team.
Provided Level 1 technical support and device deployment across multiple sites, managed asset tracking and performed Outlook PST transfers to new laptops to ensure seamless user transitions.
PC Technician
Insight Global
Jun 2012 - Jul 2012 (1 month)
Executed hardware installations and removals, deployed new desktops and laptops, and performed data transfers to complete system migrations for end users.
Computer Technician
Dallas Independent School District
Mar 2012 - Jun 2012 (3 months)
Provided first-level desktop and network support, installed IT equipment, and upgraded district laptops/desktops from Windows XP to Windows 7 during a large-scale migration.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Wayne County Community College District
Associate of Science, General Studies / Science
Completed an Associate of Science degree focused on foundational coursework to support technical and administrative roles.
Wayne County Community College District
Associate of General Studies, General Studies
Completed an Associate of General Studies providing broad interdisciplinary coursework applicable to diverse workplace settings.
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