Steven A. Tolbers

12182 Lougee Lake Road

Merrifield MN 56465

 

 

Objective

Responsible, supervisory/management role in a progressive, forward-thinking company. Preferably working in the areas of corporate development, systems management and technology.

Career Experience

 

Tolbers Computer Service

Owner / Operator

Merrifield MN

1986 - Present

Computer repair and consulting services for PC and Macintosh systems. Provide hardware and software installation, troubleshooting and repair, data recovery as well as virus detection and removal. Custom system configuration. SOHO network design and install. Provide in-shop and on-site services to area residential and small-business customers, in addition to consulting services to Consolidated Telephone Company, St. Francis Catholic School, Hallett Community Center and other area organizations. www.brainerd.net/~macexprt

Emily Cooperative Telephone Company

Manager - Sales & Internet Services

Emily MN

January 2001 - Present

Provide one-on-one and telephone-based assistance to dial-up and broadband Internet subscribers for multiple computer platforms. Directly manage in-house helpdesk operations and advanced computer diagnostic and repair services - from software maintenance and training services to PC assembly and component-level repair. Maintain inventory and generate sales and asset tracking reports. Design and maintain corporate websites. Maintain corporate server, workstations and LAN. Develop and deploy marketing strategies for telephone, long-distance, Internet and cable television divisions. Produce radio, print and direct-mail advertising materials. Report directly to Paul Hoge, General Manager. http://techsupport.emily.net

Universal Pensions, Inc. (Bisys)

Process Control Operations Specialist

Baxter MN

July 2000 - January 2001

Monitor and maintain SQL servers and web servers, perform system backup and recovery operations, web site rollouts, server and workstation maintenance, in addition to batch and valuation processing, database, report and document generation, and provide Level-II helpdesk support. Authored and implemented process changes and tested web content prior to implementation in "live" environment. Report to Cory Peterson, Director of Technology www.universalpensions.com

St. Joseph's Medical Center

Information Systems - Computer Operator

Brainerd MN

1996 - July 1999

Create and maintain system backups for a mainframe-based data center, and provide multi-tier helpdesk support for networked users. Work with Sr. Programmer/Analyst and to ensure proper operation and maintenance of mainframe systems and full-time database availability. Work with MIIS programming language, SQL databases, OpenVMS and Windows NT servers. Generate monthly and annual financial reports, microfiche report tapes and verify charges and credits to patient accounts. Process internal and external documentation and perform hardware and software maintenance for PC and Macintosh workstations, laser and dot-matrix printers and other computer hardware. Report directly to Larry Humann, Director of IS. www.sjmcmn.org

Additional Work Experience

 

Reichert Bus Service

Motorcoach Operator

Baxter MN

1996 -

Operate MCI-VII passenger coach units on day or evening trips, group camping/activity events and overnight functions in and around Minnesota. Inspect coach electronic and mechanical systems and log mileage and other information. Ensure passenger safety and comfort. Report to Leo Moran, President. http://www.reichertbus.com

Ace Hardware

Paint Manager / Customer Service

Brainerd MN / Emily MN

1993 - 1996

Order and maintain inventory of chemical, paint and paint-related supplies in addition to providing knowledgeable customer service in hardware, plumbing, electrical and household departments. Operate shop tools and repair appliances and vacuum cleaners as required. Used chemical knowledge and digital spectrophotometer to analyze color samples and create custom-matched paint. Provided training on surface preparation and paint application methods. Report to store manager (Tom Nelson, Brainerd / Denise (Sutton) Hanson, Emily) www.acehardware.com

Zercom Technologies (Nortech Systems, Inc.)

Cottage Labor Coordinator

Merrifield MN

1991 - 1993

Supervised and coordinated labor force of at-home electromechanical and wire harness assemblers. Worked closely with engineering and quality assurance teams to ensure accurate assemblies, while assisting production control operations in developing realistic time-standards for projects. Reciprocated support with materials management by converting raw material to finished sub-assemblies for use in other plant operations. Pioneered database development to match skilled employees to their jobs and integrated computerized record-keeping and statistical tracking to ensure timely deliveries. Report directly to Plant Manager. www.nortechsys.com

Educational Background

 

Rockhurst College Continuing Ed. Center

Troubleshooting & Maintaining PCs

Shawnee Mission KS

1997

Seminar-based courses to further demonstrate and supplement working knowledge of computer hardware and software maintenance and repair. www.rockhurst.edu

Northwest Technical College

Electronics Technology - DC Circuits

Wadena MN

1990 - 1991

Studied electronic theory and principles as they relate to Direct Current circuits. Designed and built analog multi-meter and other small electronic projects. www.ntcmn.edu

Central Lakes College

General Studies

Brainerd MN

1988 - 1990

Participated in various courses of interest, including English and Mathematics, Psychology, computers and Spanish. www.clcmn.edu

Special Licences

Unrestricted Class B CDL - Passenger Endorsement

Hobbies and Interests

 

Computers and electronics, robotics and model railroading in addition to woodworking, small engine repair and fishing. Enjoy photography, drawing and music as well as camping and animals.

 

References available upon request.