Kenneth Johnson
Specialist RAN Engineer
AT&T
AT&T
Specialist RAN Engineer
I fix problems that pop up on our wireless network.
My day generally starts by checking email and getting caught up on anything I may have coming up that day. Then the real work begins, checking the status of repairs that are in progress. After updating any information with on going work, I start working on new problems identified by our Labs group. I also have meetings to attend with other groups and if I'm lucky I will get a little more technical training in. We are constantly learning new things because the network is constantly changing.
Here's the first step for college students
Follow your interests. One thing I didn't realize when I was in college was how much was out there. Don't be afraid to change your major or take a class that sounds interesting because it is easier to change your course in college than out of it. It's also much easier to sit through a lecture about something you care about. Take challenging courses too because it will help prepare you for the difficulties you will face after school is out.
"Failure is not an option."