Patrick Trueblood
About Patrick Trueblood
Patrick Trueblood is the Manager of System Performance at American Tower, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in RF engineering, having previously held positions at MetroPCS and Alcatel-Lucent, and possesses multiple certifications in telecommunications technologies.
Work at American Tower
Patrick Trueblood has been employed at American Tower since 2018, serving as the Manager of System Performance. In this role, he conducts system verification testing and oversees Distributed Antenna System (DAS) commissioning. His responsibilities include ensuring optimal system performance and managing various aspects of system operations.
Previous Experience at MetroPCS
Prior to joining American Tower, Patrick Trueblood worked at MetroPCS as a Senior RF Engineer from 2005 to 2013. During his eight years at the company, he gained extensive experience in radio frequency engineering, contributing to the development and optimization of network performance.
Experience at Alcatel-Lucent
Patrick Trueblood held the position of RF In-Building Lead Engineer at Alcatel-Lucent for a period of seven months in 2013 to 2014, based in the Greater Detroit Area. His role involved managing in-building RF solutions, enhancing network coverage and performance in urban environments.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Trueblood studied at Western Michigan University from 2000 to 2005, where he earned a degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS). He holds multiple certifications in various technologies, including PIM, Sweep, Fiber, Commscope DAS Ion-B, Ion-M, Ion-U systems, Mobile Access, Solid, and JMA Teko systems.
Professional Responsibilities
In his current role and previous positions, Patrick Trueblood has been responsible for budget analysis and customer service for both internal and external clients. He engages in Service Level Agreement (SLA)-driven Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair (MTR) processes, and performs site surveys along with managing pre, mid, and final punch walks.