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I am looking for work. I am proud to have worked for TLC Vision for 3 years as a PHP/MySQL developer, but I am looking for something new. I was considering positions in development but feel that my expertise in Desktop/Hardware support and Implementation Services should not be overlooked. If you need someone who can keep your people working, with minimal downtime, call on me

New résumés here: Employer ROI and Skills based.

I am a Jack of IT. While I am looking for work close to home (Brampton, ON), I will consider anything in the GTA (west-end preferred). I have a wide range of skills and I'm very eager to help people with technical issues. I am familiar with networking, server management, and keeping costs down. My scope of experience will benefit your team. 

What I most desire as in my role, my career, is to serve an organisation by delivering excellent support of technology through an innovative and persistent desire to help people work well with technology. I have experience, tenacity, and a genuine interest in helping others and over 20 years of experience in information technology. I excel at technical problem solving and making things that do not mesh, mesh. 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2006.02-2009.02: Application Developer  (TLC Vision Inc.)

Maintenance and support of Linux-based Servers running on VMWare ESX and developing and maintaining business systems built on the Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP platform.

Recommendations:
"Cameron worked independently on a number of projects – most notably the on-going maintenance and development requirements of an “acquired” legacy LAMP-based system. Being thrown at a new system, with both an unfamiliar setup/configuration, did not stop Cameron from effectively troubleshooting issues that arose after its acquisition, implementing the required changes that on going maintenance demanded, or developing enhancements that improved the system’s performance and ultimately the end-user’s experience."

Brian McClure, TLC Vision Inc., 2009

2003.01-2005.11: Technical/Desktop Support at Toyota Canada Inc.

Working within Implementation Services, supporting the desktop and laptop systems, building and deploying hardware and software. Working within, and appreciating the challenges and needs of, an ITIL-based model, I have more than a decade of high quality technical support and customer service experience and a deep respect for the user's needs and experience.

Recommendations:
"Cameron was an integral part of his team and demonstrated excellent skills at many levels of his job. His contributions ensured his team’s objectives were met in a timely and organized fashion, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction."

Rui Pedreiras, Toyota Canada, 2005

"he was able to work through various challenges including implementation of SMS and many hardware and software rollouts. Each opportunity led to new tools being created by Cameron to help things run smoother and faster, with less manual work being required."

Chantal Gallant, 2009

"During Cameron's service with us I admired him for his many valuable qualities, and regarded him with evermore respect. Although I never had the pleasure of supervising Cameron he is very goal oriented as well as a team player and was keenly devoted to his work, but being a real people person, he was also enjoyable to be around."

Peter Schnitzler, Toyota Canada, 2005


2001.01-2001.05: I.T. Advisor at Paramount Trading, Antigua B.W.I.
Server Support and Management, Windows NT/2000, Exchange 5.5, IIS. Some ASP development.

2000.04-2000.12: Web Developer at Grey Worldwide, Toronto
ASP/Web/SQL Developer

1998.10-2000.04: Paramount Trading, Antigua B.W.I.
Server Support and Management, Windows NT/2000, Exchange 5.5, IIS. Some ASP development.

1997.02-1998.10: Technical Analyst at Molson Breweries
Desktop Support, Security and Documentation. Some tools development.

1990.05-1997.02: Technical Support Analyst at Microsoft Canada
Microsoft Technical Product Support for Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and some consumer projects.

Recommendations:
"I’ve had the privilege of managing Cameron on several projects over the past 19 years.Cameron has always afforded himself in a professional manner making sure that the client’s issue was not only solved but that they were completely satisfied with the solution."

Ross Murison, 2009


Experience and personal practices:

  • 20 years experience and strong skills in testing, configuration, implementation, and support of desktop technologies, PCs, peripherals and software in a network environment. 
  • 10 years experience in supporting desktop technologies associated with SPOC service desk, demonstrating excellent listening, empathy, patience and initiative using their resourcefulness, strong research skills, and problem solving skills.  
  • Extensive knowledge of workstation configuration, and support of desktop PCs, Windows XP operating system, Adobe applications. 
  • Service Desk applications such as Remedy, Peoplesoft CRM/HelpDesk and several proprietary systems.
  • Documentation of knowledge of the technologies and issues encountered in desktop installation and use. 
  • Excellent organizational and customer service skills.  
  • Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

If your company is in need, please see my Career Profile or review either of my Web Developer résumés (PDFs):

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About me:

Life is rarely a neat little existence that one walks through blindly. Life can be tough, surviving is the challenge. 

I am active and involved in many things in my life and I have a good number of interests. Read on and find out more.

I'm busy, but not too busy for friends or people in need. While much of my time is work or family, I still hope to find time to help others and be a conscientious member of society.

My hobbies: explore technology, photography, and graphic arts.

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