Ivan Salinas

  

Biography:

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

Military Experience: 8.0 years

Work Experience: 17.5 years

Work Experience:

Ivan Salinas
(312)685-4826 mobile
isalinas242@gmail.com 

July 17th, 2025,  

HiringManager
Chicago, IL

Dear Hiring Manager, 

I have been searching for an opportunity like this for months and the moment I saw this, I knew I had to
apply and become a part of your organization. I wholeheartedly believe that my professional background and education in telecommunications have prepared me to be an exceptional contributor to your team, and I have taken the time to elaborate on that below. 

With over two decades of progressive experience in the telecommunications industry, I bring deep
technical expertise, proven leadership, and a commitment to operational excellence. Currently serving as Regional Senior Field Engineer II and Market Lead for TowerStream, I have successfully managed the Chicago market—including 13 network hubs—since 2015. My responsibilities span from overseeing wireless installations and maintaining network uptime to managing tower crews and coordinating multi-state deployments. My ability to drive preventative maintenance and implement robust engineering solutions has been pivotal in sustaining a 99.9999% customer uptime rate. 

Previously, at Scientel Wireless, I led large-scale digital microwave upgrade projects in challenging environments across Hawaii and several mainland cities. My hands-on experience in RF design, digital backhaul implementation, and network provisioning has consistently resulted in on-time project delivery and client satisfaction. This expertise is underpinned by my early training and leadership experience in the United States Marine Corps, where I was responsible for mission-critical telecommunications operations and held NATO Secret clearance. 

I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss how my experience aligns with your needs and how I can
contribute to your organization’s continued success. I am confident that my technical background, combined with my project management acumen, would make me a valuable asset to your team. Please find my resume attached for your review. Thank you for your time and consideration. 

 Sincerely,
Ivan Salinas  

Military Service:

  • Rank: Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Marine Corps

    Period: January 1996 - February 2004

    Occupation: Field Wireman

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

    Duties Description:

    Construct, operate, and maintain wire networks to link key outposts, control points, and headquarters with reliable paths for the transmission of telephone, teletype, facsimile, and digital data messages. Typical duties of this MOS are installing telephones and switchboards, laying wire and cable, adjusting equipment for proper operation, recovering wire, locating wire system faults, and operating switchboards. Field wiremen may obtain the additional skill of pole climbing if deemed necessary to perform wire functions.

    Training courses:

    • NAM-Navy and Marine Corps achievement metal
    • Navy USMC Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon
    • Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (MCGCM)
    • Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal Ribbon

Work history:

  • Job Title: Regional Sr. Field Engineer II CHI

    Company: Towerstream

    Period: September 2012 - present

    Role Description:

     · Lead regional engineer for wireless deployments,
    supporting 99.9999% uptime across all installations.

    · Manage 13+ POP (Point of Presence) sites,
    overseeing all field activities including tower work, fiber, radio deployment,
    and customer installs.

    · Conduct site surveys, RF path analysis, and
    equipment configuration in collaboration with NOC.

    · Supervise tower and local crews across Chicago,
    Dallas, and Houston, ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards.

    · Manage warehouse inventory and coordinate
    shipments for national deployments.

    · Execute quarterly preventative maintenance,
    minimizing downtime and boosting system reliability.      

  • Job Title: Field Engineer I

    Company: Scientel Wireless LLC

    Period: March 2003 - September 2012

    Role Description:

     · CoManaged $12M digital microwave projects in
    extreme environments (e.g., rainforests, volcano sites in Hawaii). 

    · Directed field operations, site surveys,
    installation, and final system cutovers for municipal and statewide networks. 

    · Installed Motorola MotoMesh, MEA, and Hot Zone
    Duo broadband devices in city-wide deployments. 

    · Performed DS0–DS3 and fiber testing, maintaining
    high QA standards under budget constraints. 

    · Delivered connectivity solutions for government,
    public safety, and enterprise clients.  

  • Job Title: E-5 USMCR 2512 Field Wiremen

    Company: United States Marine Corps Reserve

    Period: January 1996 - January 2004

    Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

    • E-5 USMCR 2512 Field Wiremen
    Role Description:
    • USMC MOS 2512 Field Wiremen Responsibilities and Duties. 

    Construct,
    operate, and maintain wire networks to link key outposts, control points, and headquarters with reliable paths for the transmission of telephone, teletype, facsimile, and digital data messages. 

    Typical duties of this MOS are installing telephones and switchboards, laying wire and cable, adjusting equipment for proper operation, recovering wire, locating wire system faults, and operating switchboards. Field wiremen may obtain the additional skill of pole climbing if deemed necessary to perform wire functions. 

Education:

  • Benito Juarez H.S.

    High School – General

    Period: September 1990 - June 1994

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