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Ebenezer Arkoh

Radio Communications Technician
Perth

Summary

Driven communications professional with a proven track record in mining communications, excelling in radio communication systems. Adept at leading projects to enhance communication performance, demonstrating a high level of attention to detail and expertise in RF technologies. Skilled in both technical configurations and team collaboration, ensuring optimal operational efficiency.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Radio Communications Technician

Global Communications Services
09.2022 - Current
  • Improved overall network performance by diagnosing and troubleshooting technical issues in a timely manner.
  • Set up, configure and use complex testing equipment to align, maintain and repair head-ends and repeater systems.
  • Served as a valuable resource for colleagues seeking advice on challenging technical problems or unique installation scenarios.
  • Contributed to the successful execution of large-scale events with reliable setup and operation of wireless communication systems.
  • Installation and maintenance of digital drift network systems.
  • Enhanced radio signal quality by performing routine maintenance and system upgrades on communication equipment.
  • Installation of structured cabling systems, optical fiber cabling, and coax, and the installation of network devices.
  • Optical fiber splicing
  • Maintained wireless communication networks and information technology systems, wireless and electronic communication systems with proactive repair and upkeep strategies.
  • Installed, adjusted and repaired stationary and mobile radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communication systems.
  • Design, set-up, and installation of two-way radio communication repeaters.
  • Set-up and installation of RF over Fiber communication systems.
  • Examined malfunctioning radio equipment to locate defects such as loose connections, broken wires or burned-out components.
  • Installation and maintenance of IMS seismic stations.
  • Installation of underground communication system, including head-ends, leaky feeder cables, branches, and bi-directional amplifiers.
  • Troubleshooting and fault finding using RF spectrum analyzers and OTDR.
  • Built and installed sites per customer specs and maintained safe work environment daily

Radio and Communications Technician

Underground Mining Alliance
11.2019 - 09.2022
  • Installation of Bi-Directional Amplifiers (BDA), equipment, and associated components.
  • Install 2-way radios in heavy equipment and light vehicles.
  • Installations of mobile and base station radios.
  • Installation of leaky feeder cable and updated SLD accordingly.
  • Executed troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on ground communication systems and electrical components for various radio systems.
  • Programming of portable, mobile, and base radios.
  • Installed network equipment underground (i.e. Switches, Routers, Access Points, Antennas.
  • Installation of fiber optic cable and structured cabling.
  • Install and set up repeaters for surface communication.
  • Auto-mine installation and setup for remote bogging.
  • Optimized communication infrastructure with timely maintenance and upgrades.
  • Reduced system downtime by proactively identifying potential issues during regular maintenance checks.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of all work performed, enabling efficient knowledge transfer between technicians.
  • Implemented new communication systems for improved efficiency and reduced downtime.

Technical Support Engineer

ACT ICT Ghana Limited
08.2017 - 11.2019
  • Install and maintain communication and security systems.
  • Responsible for technical planning and research for both existing and new communication solutions.
  • Carry out expansion of telecommunication equipment on site.
  • Install, maintain, and repair two-way radio communication equipment in trucks and vehicles.
  • Onsite installation and setup of repeater systems on mining sites.
  • Point-to-point radio link installations and maintenance.
  • Programming two-way radios and repeaters.
  • Install RF cables and antennas for radio communication systems.
  • Interact with customers and carry out technical surveys in order to propose a workable solution.
  • Perform general troubleshooting, diagnosis, and fault-rectification of radio communication and electronic equipment.
  • Installation of underground proximity detection and network resource tracking systems.
  • Install, maintain, and repair security systems, i.e. CCTV, access control, and time attendance system.
  • Installation of leaky feeder headend units, leaky feeder RF cables, branches, and amplifiers.
  • Prepare detailed plans for installations or comprehensive upgrades.
  • Provide technical support in person or over the phone.
  • Write up system maintenance procedures.
  • Coordinate design, installation, and maintenance projects for the engineering team to complete per customer requirements.
  • Assist the technical support department in troubleshooting product returns and after-sales support to ensure customer satisfaction.

IT Technician

HighSpeed Telecom and I.T Services
10.2014 - 06.2017

• Installed and configured hardware and software components to ensure usability
• Repaired or replaced damaged computer hardware
• Setting up work-stations with computers and necessary peripheral devices
• Installed and configured appropriate software and functions according to specifications
• Developed and maintained local networks in ways that optimize performance
• Ensured security and privacy of networks and computer systems
• Setting up SOHO networks
• Kept systems up-to-date through operating systems upgrades
• Running of network cables and termination of data points
• Assisted with Servers, LAN/WAN technologies, computer repair/troubleshooting software, networks, virus protection, Wi-Fi technology

  • Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Established, repaired, and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling, and devices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering

Ghana Technology University College
Ghana
09.2013 - 07.2017

Skills

Two way Radio and Repeater programming and configuration

Thorough understanding in radio communication systems

Knowledge in IP networks and Addresses

Adept at quality radio system design and back-end network

Knowledge in Trunked radio systems

Radio dispatch systems administrator

High level of attention to detail

Detailed knowledge of RF technologies and practices

Spectrum analyzer operation

Interference Mitigation

RF troubleshooting

Languages

English

Certification

RF Engineering

Interests

Reading

Travelling

Software

Mototrbo & TETRA CPS

HYTERA & Other Customer Programming Software

Trbonet Dispatch

Mototrbo Repeater Diagnostics and Control

Timeline

Open Cabling License

03-2023

EWP License

03-2023

Work at Heights

12-2022

Radio Communications Technician

Global Communications Services
09.2022 - Current

Radio and Communications Technician

Underground Mining Alliance
11.2019 - 09.2022

RF Engineering

08-2019

Certified Telecommunications Network Specialist (CTNS)

05-2019

Technical Support Engineer

ACT ICT Ghana Limited
08.2017 - 11.2019

IT Technician

HighSpeed Telecom and I.T Services
10.2014 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering

Ghana Technology University College
09.2013 - 07.2017
Ebenezer ArkohRadio Communications Technician