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Dwain Friday

Ingham,QLD

Summary

Enthusiastic individual with skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills and the willingness to learn and upgrade skills. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

RMS Civil & Engineering
10.2021 - Current
  • HR Truck License - tippper/watercart
  • Operate Smooth drum, Padfoot & Multi Tired, Trench Rollers
  • Excavator - (up to 26tonne)
  • Skid Steer


Laborer

Achieve Labour Hire - BMD Haughton River Project
06.2020 - Current

General labouring duties

Operate Smooth drum, Pad Foot and Multi Tyre Rollers

Labourer

Complete Civil Construction Group
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • General labour
  • Operate Roller

Network & Systems Administrator

TAIHS
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Effectively managed variety of mission-critical network tasks, which included vulnerability and application patching, data backups and network configurations.
  • Maintained hardware and software for networks and assisted in the installation and upgrade of servers.
  • Managed and documented network systems and operational procedures.
  • Maintained documentation on configurations and maintenance in the form of reports, component labeling and technical diagrams.
  • Ensured and provided effective customer service to in-unit managers and customers.

Network Administrator

Hinchinbrook Shire Council
01.2010 - 07.2019
  • Handled network configurations after hours and on weekends to alleviate downtime and maintain smooth operations.
  • Integrated cutting-edge infrastructure tools to migrate network operations to virtual server computing environment.
  • Installed and supported hardware and software, including desktops, servers and printers.
  • Updated hardware and software upon availability and supervised network to eliminate bottlenecks immediately.
  • Monitored system upgrades, which included patches, service packs, hot fixes and new configurations.
  • Created manuals and other documentation for use in new employee training classes.
  • Backed up data on regular basis and consistently updated disaster recovery procedures to prepare for security incidents.
  • Managed employee access, including security roles and permissions.
  • Transferred private folders to new exchange servers in collaboration with network administrator.
  • Handled all maintenance tasks to promote improved network availability.
  • Delivered software patches to network computers and performed regular data backups to ensure security processes were compliant.
  • Updated internal and outside vendor software whenever new releases became available.
  • Documented changes to group policy after upgrading domain functional level for reference and training.
  • Uploaded, configured and managed antivirus detection software and email applications.
  • Recorded and resolved issues, escalating those that required support to Senior Systems Engineer.

IT Officer

Hinchinbrook Shire Council
02.2008 - 01.2010
  • Configured new employee work stations, including all hardware, software and peripheral devices.
  • Disassembled computer systems to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.
  • Updated software versions with patches and new installations to close security loopholes and protect users.
  • Reviewed support cases for technical and troubleshooting accuracy and identified needed improvements in processes.
  • Documented repair processes and helped streamline procedures for future technical support actions.
  • Delivered local and remote Tier 1 IT support for hardware and software to company personnel.
  • Set up new desktop systems and configured laptops for incoming employees, loading required software and server permissions.
  • Collaborated with support team to assist client stakeholders with emergent technical issues and develop effective solutions.
  • Consulted via telephone to understand user problems, run through testing scripts and ask probing questions to locate root causes.
  • Removed malware and viruses from laptops and desktop systems using specialized software.
  • Reviewed current hardware and software and recommended modifications to increase system speed.
  • Maintained calm, professional demeanor when faced with high demand, high volume workloads.
  • Installed software updates and vulnerability patches on Windows servers to prevent possible threats from penetrating networks.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

IT Trainee

Hinchinbrook Shire Council
01.2007 - 02.2008
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Disassembled computer systems to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.
  • Updated software versions with patches and new installations to close security loopholes and protect users.
  • Installed software updates and vulnerability patches on Windows servers to prevent possible threats from penetrating networks.
  • Provided on-site technical support after project implementation and recommended product changes and upgrades to product managers.

Education

Cert 3 Civil Road Construction & Maintenance

Tafe Qld

Cert IV IT Network Administration - Information Technology

Axiom College
Townsville, QLD

Level 2 Traffic Management

Tafe Qld

Cert 3 Civil Construction - Machine Operations

Mac Training

Skills

    Civil construction

  • Pavements, sub grade to final mat (inc working with paver, stabiliser)
  • Backfill
  • Sub soil drainage
  • Curbing
  • Install Pipes/culverts
  • Install Signs
  • Follow Safety Standards - Filling out JSA's/SWMS
  • Safely Use Hand and Power Tools
  • Verbal Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Worksite Safety and Maintenance
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Information Technology

  • Microsoft Server and System Administration
  • Windows based Program installations& System upgrades
  • VMWare
  • Hyper V
  • Citrix
  • Veeam
  • Storage Craft
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Cisco Switch & VPN Administration
  • Hp Switch Administration
  • Type or edit your skills here

Other tickets

  • HR Truck license
  • White construction card
  • Work safely at heights
  • Work safely in confined spaces
  • Operate excavator
  • Operate Roller
  • Operate skid steer
  • Operate telehandler


I'm also in the process of being signed off on the following:

  • Grader (Cat M series)
  • Loader
  • Backhoe

Timeline

Operator

RMS Civil & Engineering
10.2021 - Current

Laborer

Achieve Labour Hire - BMD Haughton River Project
06.2020 - Current

Labourer

Complete Civil Construction Group
01.2020 - 05.2020

Network & Systems Administrator

TAIHS
07.2019 - 12.2019

Network Administrator

Hinchinbrook Shire Council
01.2010 - 07.2019

IT Officer

Hinchinbrook Shire Council
02.2008 - 01.2010

IT Trainee

Hinchinbrook Shire Council
01.2007 - 02.2008

Cert 3 Civil Road Construction & Maintenance

Tafe Qld

Cert IV IT Network Administration - Information Technology

Axiom College

Level 2 Traffic Management

Tafe Qld

Cert 3 Civil Construction - Machine Operations

Mac Training
Dwain Friday