Amber Burns
Port Orchard,USA
Summary
With 14 years of experience in the US Navy as an electronics technician and 8 years as an inside wireman, I have gained many skills surrounding the electrical and electronics field. In the Navy, I have elevated from being a skilled technician to a Chief petty officer tasked with not only being skilled but mentoring, training, and leading junior sailors and junior officers. In my career, I have gathered 5 NECs and many qualifications. One that stands out is my Coxswain qualification which I achieved while mobilized to Djibouti, Africa. I also have a career as an inside wireman in IBEW LU 46. I have worked as a union electrician for seven years for VECA Electric and Technologies. With them, I have worked in the commercial/ industrial field running conduits, pulling wire, and installing devices, fixtures, and power distribution gear. I have installed and terminated fire alarms, lighting control, security, and programmable logic control systems. I have experience using the Trimble machine in the field, surveying and marking locations for future installations for underground and steel decks.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Electrical Engineer Technician
Syscom, inc.
McCord Air Force Base, WA
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other engineers on design projects to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
- Installed, tested and maintained a variety of electrical equipment including motors, generators, transformers.
- Analyzed test results to diagnose malfunctions in electrical systems.
- Provided technical support for the installation and maintenance of various systems.
- Implemented preventive maintenance procedures for all installed equipment as per manufacturer's specifications.
- Monitored the operation of diesel engines during start-up procedures.
- Assisted in the installation of transfer switches between utility power sources and emergency backup generators.
- Performed periodic oil changes on diesel engines as part of preventive maintenance routine.
- Ensured compliance with local codes governing the use of emergency backup power systems.
- Utilized specialized diagnostic tools such as multimeters to detect faults in wiring circuits.
- Inspected and repaired electrical systems, including wiring, switches, circuit breakers, and other components.
- Tested generator output for voltage accuracy and load balance.
- Reviewed plans, blueprints, diagrams, and other related documents for accuracy prior to inspections.
- Ensured that all installation work was performed according to approved drawings and specifications.
- Inspected wiring installations for proper grounding, overcurrent protection, continuity of circuits, polarity, size of conductors, insulation resistance values.
Inside Wireman Electrician
IBEW Local 46
Kent, USA
06.2016 - Current
- Installed and connected wiring, equipment and fixtures to power sources according to safety codes
- Assisted in the design of control panels for new projects or existing renovations
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion
- Cut holes into walls for running conduit pathways between rooms or buildings
- Repaired or replaced defective components in motor controls, programmable logic controllers and power distribution systems
- Replaced circuit breakers when necessary due to wear or damage
- Trained apprentices on proper use of tools and techniques used in the trade
- Built custom cable assemblies per customer specifications
- Traced out shorts in circuits utilizing ohmmeters, voltmeters and other testing devices
- Troubleshot electrical systems using test meters and other diagnostic tools
- Inspected completed installations for conformance with codes, regulations and specifications
- Read blueprints, schematics and technical diagrams to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations
- Used hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers and cutters and drills
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed in the job site logbook
- Set up temporary lighting for construction sites as needed
- Installed surge protection devices at main service panels to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage spikes
- Modified existing wiring systems by adding outlets or relocating circuits
- Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers
- Assembled conduit boxes, junction boxes, light fixtures and other related materials for installation
- Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
Electronics Technician
US Navy
, USA
06.2010 - Current
- Company Overview: Various Locations, USA
- Calibrated electrical instruments using standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators and multimeters
- Worked both independently and with crews to interpret electrical malfunctions and make repairs quickly to minimize downtime for customers
- Prepared electronic components based on approved bill-of-materials for assembly and soldering
- Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment
- Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments
- Executed excellent reading and interpreting of blueprints and schematics
- Evaluated and tested communications equipment and power distribution gear using measurement and diagnostic devices to adjust, test and repair equipment
- Set up and operated specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test or analyze performance of electronic components, assemblies or systems
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed including a logbook detailing parts used and time spent on each job
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance
- Documented repairs, inspections and testing for equipment in logging database
- Reviewed service manuals and schematics while troubleshooting to determine root cause of malfunctioning units
- Various Locations, USA
- As a Chief Petty officer
- Delegated tasks to subordinates based on individual strengths and abilities
- Created and implemented policies that improved overall morale in the department
- Established protocols for communication among personnel in the department
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and record keeping
- Interpreted instructions from senior officers to ensure successful completion of tasks assigned to subordinates
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures
- Supervised daily operations of the department
- Coordinated training for new personnel in the department
- Operated, monitored and performed limited maintenance on mission-critical systems
- Targeted, fired and maintained weapons used to destroy enemy positions
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
Education
Certificate of Completion - Electrical
Puget Sounds JATC
Seattle, WASkills
- Electrical Safety
- Mechanical Systems
- Installation
- Electronics Manufacturing
- Mechanical Testing
- Technical Documentation
- Electronic Troubleshooting
- Wiring and Soldering
- Hardware Diagnostics
- Functional Testing
- Equipment Installation
- Customer Service
- Supply Coordination
- Testing
- Personnel Management
- Technical Writing
- Schedule planning
- Training and mentoring
- Weapons Handling
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Regulations
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Equipment Maintenance
- Conflict Resolution
- Asset Protection
- Analytical Thinking
- Maintaining Equipment
- Reviewing Records
- Coordinating Training
- Combat Control Systems
Certification
- 01 Apprenticeship training completion certification
- 01 Journeyman Certification
- CPR/ First aid
- Foreman certification
- Medium Voltage Splicing Certification
Accomplishments
- 3 NAM
- Promotion to ETC/ E7 in the US Navy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electrical Engineer Technician
Syscom, inc.
10.2024 - Current
Inside Wireman Electrician
IBEW Local 46
06.2016 - Current
Electronics Technician
US Navy
06.2010 - Current
Certificate of Completion - Electrical
Puget Sounds JATC
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