SOLENTO SMITH

920 Hungerford Rd
Gray, GA 31032
Email: solento.smith@gmail.com
FORMAL EDUCATION:
05-2015
Georgia College and State University
Masters of Education, History
05-2009
Clark Atlanta University, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice Administration

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Hold current U.S. Government Secret security clearance. Exceptional project manager and team leader
with extensive experience in all trade facets related to construction management, facilities operations,
maintenance management, electrical systems technology, cable splicing, construction planning/
scheduling, construction inspection/quality assurance, material expediting, safety and occupational health
program administration. Broad technical knowledge in building components, systems, and facility
functions. In-depth knowledge of standards, procedures, methods, and techniques applicable to
construction projects including construction equipment, materials, and utility systems. Skill in the use
and maintenance of all types of hand tools, power tools, specialized tools, measuring equipment, and
related support equipment. Experience in the installation, splicing, sealing, and termination of pairedcopper wire, optical fiber conductor, coaxial communications, data cables in support of
switching/distribution systems, sub-systems, and their associated equipment and hardware.
Core competencies include: Project management, resource efficiency, contract compliance review,
planning/estimating, basic electricity, blueprint reading (schematics), construction electricity, electrical
troubleshooting/maintenance. In addition field experience in electrical construction, residential wiring,
electronic power distribution systems, electric motors and controllers, electrical systems, electrical power
generation, electronic circuits, national electric code, AC/DC circuits, principles of supervision,
concrete/soils testing, and cable splicing,

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
03-2006 to Present
U.S. Navy Reserve, Marietta, GA
Served in various positions of increasing responsibility demonstrating advanced leadership, knowledge,
skills, and abilities in the following areas:

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Field Communications Operator and Supervisor:

Provide effective leadership, technical guidance, and training to technicians in installing, maintaining and
repairing telephone systems consisting of high/low voltage electrical power distribution networks, both
overhead and underground, interior wiring for lighting and electrical equipment. Provided guidance and
assistance to team members in splicing and laying cables, erecting poles, installing low voltage overhead
power lines, transformers, and distribution panels.
Demonstrated exceptional skills in planning and determining the routing placement, type, size, gauge,
balance, load, continuity and safe operation of circuits, systems, equipment and controls. Skilled in
performing various tasks necessary to fabricate, install, test and complete final operational checkout of
electrical wiring, junction box assemblies, panel assemblies, and electrical systems. Applied in-depth
knowledge of various gauges, sizes, and types of wire, conduit, coupling, fittings, relays, boxes, circuit
breakers, and other electrical devices with the demonstrated ability to arrange and install them in ways
that ensured safe and proper operation of electrical systems and equipment. Installed, repaired and
maintained street lighting, fire alarms, public address, inter-office and telephone switchboard systems.
Versed in reading and interpreting blueprints and preparing sketches for projects.
Provide general engineering and construction in support of joint exercises, humanitarian assistance and
theater security cooperation. Plan, coordinate, and direct work of subordinate staff of joint service
personnel and foreign nationals engaged in various functions of advanced construction, quality assurance,
planning/estimating, and safety. Effectively organize diverse people into a highly functioning, motivated,
and efficient task-oriented groups of professionals with a reputation for completing minor and major
construction projects on time and within budget.
Project Management:
Manage project team, define scope, develop and manage project plans and project budgets. Direct
activities, project objectives, risk management, change control processes, project communications and
ensure project compliance with the Project Management Methodology. Coordinate, schedule and assign
project tasks. Maintain working relationships with client functional areas. Maintain accountability for
overall planning and direction of projects requiring the utilization of resources both within the project
team as well as coordination of resources outside the team. Develop project schedules, status reports and
identify project risks. Identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks to meet
project objectives. Coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and
within budget. Evaluate progress and report progress in terms of quality and performance metrics
common to electrical projects. Modify schedules as required. Effectively delegate project tasks and ensure
successful task completion. Demonstrate exceptional process orientation, solid understanding of project
management techniques, methodologies and best practices. Demonstrate the ability to influence without
direct authority to achieve necessary goals.

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3-M System Coordinator/Quality Assurance/Control:

Accomplish initial, intermediate and final inspections of electrical power generation systems, lighting
systems, and electrical and electronic equipment undergoing repairs. Interpreted and applied product
specifications, technical data, regulations, policy statements, and other guideline materials in managing all
facets of administrative, maintenance and material management (3-M) systems program. Skillfully
operated and managed the Maintenance Data Systems (MDS). Performed initial inspections of all
equipment, coordinated with the customer to determine requirements, coordinated to determine
maintenance priorities and performed internal quality control.
Personnel Management and Supervisory Responsibilities:
Assign work to subordinates based on organization priorities, deadlines, and consideration of difficulty
and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are utilized
effectively to meet organization and customer needs. Balance workload and provide advice, guidance,
and direction on a wide range of technical and administrative issues. Assess and revise policies and
procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work. Provide proper
guidance, direction and continuous feedback of strengths and weaknesses. Provide performance reviews
that clearly communicate the adequacy of performance.
Identify and promptly address performance deficiencies. Hold employees responsible for satisfactory
completion of work assignments. Identify developmental and training needs of employees while
coordinating development and training. Create a positive and cooperative environment that enhances
staff morale, motivation, and retention.
06-2002 to 08-2004
General Fiber Communications, New Orleans, LA and Atlanta, GA
Field Technician, 40 hours/week
Executed installation, upgrade, and repair projects throughout New Orleans, LA and Atlanta, GA
involving cable, digital, Internet, and telecommunications systems and equipment. Performed customer
requirement analysis and determined material solutions and non-material solutions. Identified and
analyzed telecommunications system requirements and requirements for user communication needs.
Conducted walk-throughs, designed cabling layouts, and prepared cost estimates for new and existing
cabling business. Evaluated plans, sketches and construction designs for cost effectiveness and user
viability. Computed estimates of materials, equipment, labor and other work. Correlated technical
conclusions concerning methods for meeting requirements, relative costs and advantages of alternate
approaches, lead times, and supporting requirements. Planned, scheduled, acquired, implemented,
installed, modified and tested both voice and data telecommunication lines as well as associated
equipment and services. Defined the overall objectives, priorities, and deadlines, independently planned
the work, resolved problems, carried out successive steps of assignments, and made adjustments using
accepted standard operating procedures or practices.
05-2001 to 05-2002
Mastec Communications, Norcross, GA
Telecommunications Technician, 40 hours/week
Demonstrated advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities in the installation, rehabilitation, and maintenance
of telecommunications cables and cabling systems, which includes single-mode and multimode fiber,
Category-3/5/6 high-speed data, standard outside plant telephone cables (POTS) construction and
splicing, fiber optic cable and hardware systems.

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08-1997 to 04-2002
Lead Technician, 40 hours/week
Tek System, Norcross, GA and New Orleans, LA
Provided technical guidance to team members in terminating copper core and fiber optic cables on main
distribution frames and interface equipment, and operation and performing maintenance on tools, test
equipment, and auxiliary equipment. Located, repaired, and replaced faulty closures in copper core,
coaxial, and fiber optic cable systems. Performed pneumatic troubleshooting to locate faulty splice
closures. Excavated and backfilled splice pits. Sealed cables, repaired and adjusted pressure transmitters
and contactors. Installed underground cable, used duct rods, cleaned cable duct systems, prepared pulling
apparatus, and pulled in and temporarily bonded cable. Installed, maintained, and marked path of buried
cable systems. Troubleshot and maintained data communications lines and equipment to determine the
source of errors, faulty circuits, and other induced problems.
Ensured the overall quality and management of installation technicians. Ensured proper utilization and
maintenance of tools, material, and equipment. Established goals, objectives, and a systematic approach
in carrying out installation projects.
Excelled in developing team momentum, enthusiasm, and pride to optimize the productivity of
subordinate personnel. Ensured personnel, tools, equipment, and supplies were available to safely and
efficiently meet operational requirements. Established priorities and developed a plan to identify the work
to be done, the scope of the specific task or project, and deadlines for completion. Effectively handled
problems and/or deviations that arose in accordance with established policies, and administrative
guidelines, directives, written and verbal instructions, and accepted practices.
08-1993 to 08-1997
Telecommunications Specialist, 40 hours/week
U.S. Marine Corps, Jacksonville, NC
Responsible for identifying personnel who employ radio to send and receive messages. Demonstrated
advanced skills in setting up and tuning radio equipment including antennas and power sources;
establishing contact with distant stations; processing and logging of messages; making changes to
frequencies or cryptographic codes; and maintaining equipment at the first echelon.
Computer Skills: Proficient using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; accurately type 50-wpm.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
MCE-2531, Field Radio Operator
NEC-5644, Cable Splicing Technician
NEC-5635, Advanced Construction Electrician