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Matthew Smallwood

Atlanta

Summary

Qualified Lead Technician/Foreman with many valuable years of industry experience. Through the years of being in this industry I’ve demonstrated success in being able to thrive in all aspects of this field. I’m extremely detail-oriented and conscientious when comes to any job I’m involved in. My goal is to always try my best to over achieve and produce the best possible product of work that myself and crew are capable of. I'm extremely versed in all aspects of data center work, as I've been involved for many years now in various projects at data across the country. I’ve very much enjoyed my time in this industry and have passion for what I do on a daily basis.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman

National Technologies Inc
04.2025 - Current
  • Run large scale data center projects - installation of backbone fiber cable, fiber runner/ladder rack conveyance, mounting data racks/cabinets, rack/stack equipment, fiber patching
  • Ran large scale projects customers such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft etc.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.

Lead Technician/Foreman

Telecom Innovations
02.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for installing data infrastructures on a mass scale and running large crews
  • Terminating copper CAT6, CAT6A, fiber splicing, building out data closets/racks/ladder rack
  • Running Data Center work at QTS locations, mass fiber and copper installation
  • BICSI certified in : Copper Installation 2
  • Commscope certified in : SYSTIMAX Copper Installation

Lead Technician/Foreman

ACETELCO
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Responsible for installation of structured Network Cabling and Fiber: installed business phone systems, paging, camera systems, Wi-fi and access control
  • Responsible for ordering material for jobsites
  • Performed moderate to large cut overs from Provider to C.P. E.
  • Coordinated installs and Cutovers with customer, IT stuff local and remote

Technician/Tech 2

T.S.I.
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Installed structured cabling and fiber for moderate to large commercial sites
  • Installed business phone systems : digital and VOIP), camera systems, Wi-Fi, and sound masking

Technician/Tech 2

Ultimate Security
02.2018 - 01.2019
  • Installation of Security/Alarm & Camera systems for commercial and residential sites

Entry Level Technician

Allcom Systems Incorporated
05.2017 - 02.2018
  • Installation of structured cabling and fiber in large office facilities and commercial sites
  • Mass installation of modular furniture data locations and terminations on stations side and MDF side

Education

BICSI
10-2023

Commscope Infrastructure Academy
01-2023

High School Diploma -

Whitewater High School
05-2017

Skills

  • Experienced in all aspects of data center operations
  • Installation of mass cable infrastructure on large scale
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in interpreting cable maps
  • Running and leading large projects/jobs
  • Building out data closets
  • Fiber terminations/splicing
  • Installations of camera systems and access control
  • Crew leadership
  • Communication between field operations and management
  • Documentation of all things doing with the job at hand to management
  • Extremely dedicated to my work and ability to work with others

Timeline

Foreman

National Technologies Inc
04.2025 - Current

Lead Technician/Foreman

Telecom Innovations
02.2022 - Current

Lead Technician/Foreman

ACETELCO
01.2020 - 02.2022

Technician/Tech 2

T.S.I.
01.2019 - 01.2020

Technician/Tech 2

Ultimate Security
02.2018 - 01.2019

Entry Level Technician

Allcom Systems Incorporated
05.2017 - 02.2018

Commscope Infrastructure Academy

High School Diploma -

Whitewater High School

BICSI

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