Eric Merino
About Eric Merino
Eric Merino is a network technician at Telus with a diverse background in both culinary and technical fields, having transitioned from food service to the technology sector.
Title and Current Role
Eric Merino currently holds the position of Network Technician at Telus. He has been working in this role since June 2018, where he is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting network systems.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Eric Merino worked at Shaw Communications as a CLEC Operations Representative for a brief period of 4 months in 2018. Prior to that, he was involved in the culinary industry, working at Earls Kitchen + Bar as a day cook for 5 months in 2017 and as a line cook for 2 years from 2014 to 2016. He also gained experience in the retail sector at Staples, working in technology sales for 7 months from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Eric Merino studied at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) for 2 years, from 2015 to 2017. This educational background provided him with the technical skills necessary for his later roles in the technology sector.
Transition to Technology Sector
Eric Merino transitioned from the food service industry to the technology sector over the course of his career. Starting as a busboy at Eggsoasis Restaurant from 2013 to 2014, he moved through various roles in the food and retail industries, eventually gaining technical expertise and landing his current position at Telus.
Diverse Skill Set
Over the years, Eric Merino has developed a broad range of skills. His experience in customer-facing roles at Earls Kitchen + Bar and Staples has equipped him with strong interpersonal skills. Additionally, his technical sales skills were honed during his tenure at Staples, while his technical expertise was further developed through his education at SAIT and his current role at Telus.