Matthew Leighton
About Matthew Leighton
Matthew Leighton is an RF Operations Specialist/ RAN Network Support at TELUS with over two decades of experience in the telecommunications industry.
Current Title and Role
Matthew Leighton is currently working as an RF Operations Specialist/ RAN Network Support at TELUS. In this role, he is involved in managing and maintaining the radio access network, ensuring smooth operations and optimal performance of telecommunications services. His responsibilities likely include troubleshooting, network monitoring, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Work Experience at TELUS
Matthew has previously worked at Telus Mobility as an RF Operations Specialist for a decade, from 2003 to 2013. He also held the position of RF Operations Specialist/ PCS Support at TELUS from 2002 to 2003 in Markham, Ontario. These roles involved managing RF operations and providing technical support, which helped him develop extensive experience in the telecommunications field.
Experience at Clearnet
Before his tenure at TELUS, Matthew worked at Clearnet as a NOC Specialist from 2000 to 2001 in Markham, Ontario. During this time, he was responsible for network operations center (NOC) tasks, which included monitoring and managing network performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring reliable network services. This experience laid the foundation for his career in telecommunications.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Leighton has a robust educational background in electrical and electronics engineering. He studied at Sheridan College from 1992 to 1996, achieving a degree as an Electronics Engineering Technologist. Additionally, he attended Humber College for a year from 2009 to 2010, completing a program in Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector. Matthew's education has equipped him with the technical knowledge and skills essential for his roles in the telecommunications industry.
Technical Expertise
With over two decades of experience in the telecommunications industry, Matthew possesses extensive expertise in a broad range of telecommunications equipment. His technical proficiency includes working with Huawei, Nokia Siemens, Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Alcatel, Lucent CDMA, UMTS, LTE, Harris, iDEN, and DC Power systems. He has also demonstrated strong capabilities in managing and supporting advanced network technologies like 3G, 4G, and 5G networks.