Rodney Balgan

Construction and Engineering Mgr, DAS

I am the focal point for properties where AT&T Systems are constructed from start to finish

Career Roadmap

My work combines:

My work combines:

Engineering

Design

Working with Others

Day to Day

Depending on the venue and where I am at in the construction process of a DAS design, I would need to find out what tasks I need to complete to finish out the design. I use a variety of internal AT&T databases to make sure I am complying to AT&T standards and protocols, along with local city compliance to finish the telecomm wireless system design. I make sure I use approved hardware and maintain a good working relationship with the landlord and ensure AT&T vendors are working safely.

Advice for Getting Started

Here's the first step for high school students

You will change your minds several times between HS and College and that's normal. Try and follow the job description you want to be in. Sounds simple, but people don't understand that those requirements will take time and NEVER expect shortcuts to anything. The requirements you see for that job is not your ticket in, but it will get you to the door. What gets you hired are your unique experiences. A College degree is very important in establishing your career because its proof of your work

Recommended Education

My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:

Bachelor
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance

Graduate
Construction Management, General

Associate's Degree

The Noise I Shed