Alrick Chalar
Software Engineer at The New York Times- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Full-Stack and React Essentials
Big Nerd RanchOct, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
JavaScript Development
General AssemblyJul, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Casper Technician(CCT)
JamfAug, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Web Development
NYU School of Professional StudiesDec, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
CompTIA Mobility+
CompTIAJul, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Apple Certified Associate
AppleAug, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP
AppleAug, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
CompTIA Network+
CompTIANov, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT)
AppleOct, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
CompTIA A+
CompTIAJul, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
Grow with Google Challenge Scholarship
UdacityJan, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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The New York Times
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United States
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Newspaper Publishing
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700 & Above Employee
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Software Engineer
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Mar 2021 - Present
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Associate Software Engineer
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Jul 2019 - Mar 2021
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Desktop Support Administrator
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Sep 2013 - Aug 2019
- Provide hands on support to business critical end-users- Enforce desktop standards and security- Handle end user support request via a hotline- Assist in the training of helpdesk personnel and other technicians- Respond to incidents in a timely manner to minimize impact to the users- Install and configure applications- Provide Tier 2 and 3 IT support for end-user computing devices- Respond to incidents and requests within a ticketing system, providing resolution within a complex,- fast-paced business environment- Deploy and troubleshoot end user computing devices including laptops, desktops, printers, and wireless devices- Install, configure, and troubleshoot supported operating systems, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Internet browsers- Configure and support remote users including VPN client and connectivity- Provide customer training on systems and technology to users and, as needed, prepare and distribute instructional documentation to users- Comply with and support ITIL change-incident-problem management processes and work instructions- Troubleshoot incidents and fulfill requests in accordance with departmental standards- Adhere to Desktop processes, procedures, policies, and job aids- Interact with business end-users, Service Desk, engineering, IT Information Security, technology stack- management, vendors and technology providers- Staff walk-up support kiosk- Handle projects assigned by management- Work independently on day-to-day operations- Perform related work as assigned- JAMF CASPER Remote, Imaging, and Administration. Show less
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ASI System Integration, Inc.
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead IT Field Technician
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Aug 2010 - Sep 2013
• Responsible for training and professional development of new hires • Monitor quality of work performed by technicians • Operate as point of escalation for technicians • Assist supervisor in day to day running of the borough • Responsible for compilation of tech route • Approve multiple parts order • Monitor tickets and assets using BMC Remedy Action Request System • Service PC and MAC desktops & laptops • Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair Mac and PC hardware & software • Troubleshoot and repair Laser Printers (HP, Lexmark etc.) • Install and troubleshoot Mac OSX (Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard Lion & Mountain Lion) • Install and troubleshoot Windows Operating Systems (XP, Vista, 7, 8) • Image Hard Drives using Norton Ghost and Disk Utility • Configure LAN and WAN networks (WEP, WPAx, and SSID), TCP/IP diagnostics • Perform warranty repairs for: DELL, APPLE, HP, LENOVO, and LEXMARK etc. • Repair or replace hardware components for MAC, PC and Printer (Motherboard, Memory, Hard-drive etc.) Show less
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National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (NCB)
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Jamaica
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Banker Teller/Customer Service Representative
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Nov 2008 - Dec 2009
• Handle transactions and answer customer queries • Decipher customer needs and offer the best solution based on proper company policies • Effectively communicate ideas, suggestions and answers • Refer customers to people who specialize with the type of problem or query they present • Complete complex money-related transactions • Offer upgrades and new banking services or products • Handle transactions and answer customer queries • Decipher customer needs and offer the best solution based on proper company policies • Effectively communicate ideas, suggestions and answers • Refer customers to people who specialize with the type of problem or query they present • Complete complex money-related transactions • Offer upgrades and new banking services or products
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Education
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Udacity
Mobile Web Specialist- Nanodegree -
NYU School of Professional Studies
Certificate in Web Development, Web Development -
Per Scholas
Information Technology -
Northern Caribbean University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Information Science; Business Administration emphasis