Anthony Vella
South Amboy,NJ
Summary
Meticulous and solutions-oriented certified Journeyman Electrician with over 25 years of hands-on project management, safety protocol and troubleshooting complex control systems expertise. Highly skilled in reading blueprints, first-line leadership, industrial maintenance and delivering exemplary staff supervision and training. Resourceful team player adept at transforming plans, drawings and specifications into successful electrical repairs and installations with strong field correction skills for on-time project completion.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Electrician
Mcua
South Amboy, NJ
05.2022 - Current
- Read blueprints, wiring schematics and other technical documentation to complete accurate work.
- Managed preventive maintenance work to keep systems fully functional and safe.
- Trained helpers and junior electricians in proper procedures and safety practices.
- Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Reviewed diagrams and relevant codes to complete tasks safely and accurately.
- Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and industrial buildings.
- Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components and maintained equipment.
- Reviewed existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Led team of apprentice electricians in installing electrical systems and inspecting existing circuits.
- Followed established safety practices when using tools and equipment.
- Assisted with new installation and upgrades of plant equipment.
- Installed motor feeders and made standard motor connections.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Replaced malfunctioning components for failing electrical setups.
- Assembled and installed physical electrical wiring and electronic components up to 4160 volts.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
Licensed Electrical Contractor
A&T Electrical Contractors Inc.
South Amboy, NJ
07.2000 - Current
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
- Installed cables, conductors and wire trays and completed necessary hook-ups for primary power lines.
- Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to correctly assemble panels and control boxes.
- Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in industrial, commercial and residential construction.
- Evaluated electrical systems, equipment and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks.
- Contributed to various projects, providing value to department, company and client base.
- Reviewed and assessed electrical, mechanical and architectural diagrams and specifications to accurately complete projects.
- Developed accurate estimates and proposals to perform electrical installations and troubleshooting.
- Oversaw project details and adhered to diagnosis, wiring and OSHA regulations.
- Selected equipment and fixtures to draft wiring layouts and develop plans for installation according to project specifications.
- Leveraged drawings and manuals to design and implement electrical systems for new installations.
- Collaborated with architects and electrical and mechanical engineers on continuous improvement efforts to optimize reliability and value.
- Participated in pre-construction meetings to negotiate prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Troubleshot EMCS and variable frequency drive systems to correct and rectify issues.
- Updated customer records using automated systems to maintain strict documentation.
- Assessed, tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.
- Tested entire electrical assembly for performance levels and safety concerns.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Identified and addressed hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspection of electrical equipment.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
- Performed electrical utility services for industrial-based and new building projects.
- Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support.
Master Electrician
Montclair State University NJ
Montclair, NJ
01.2012 - 05.2022
- Completed skilled repairs of electrical wiring, components and equipment for diverse customers.
- Worked under general contractors and independently to provide top-quality electrical services.
- Worked effectively with large-scale electrical systems at substations, replacing transformers and completing emergency repairs.
- Managed preventive maintenance work to keep systems fully functional and safe.
- Trained helpers and junior electricians in proper procedures and safety practices.
- Read blueprints, wiring schematics and other technical documentation to complete accurate work.
- Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
- Performed rough-in, termination and underground work.
- Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential buildings.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components and maintained equipment.
- Reviewed diagrams and relevant codes to complete tasks safely and accurately.
- Reviewed existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Led team of apprentice electricians in installing electrical systems and inspecting existing circuits.
- Followed established safety practices when using tools and equipment.
- Assisted with new installation and upgrades of plant equipment.
- Installed motor feeders and made standard motor connections.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Replaced malfunctioning components for failing electrical setups.
- Assembled and installed physical structures, electrical wiring and electronic components up to 34500 volts.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified professionals.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
Education
Electronic Technician - Electrical And Electronic Systems
DeVry Technical Institute
Woodbridge, NJ03.1986
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Parlin, NJ06.1985
Skills
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- Hand and power tools
- Testing and diagnostics
- Circuits and wiring
- Transformer, disconnect switch and ground grid testing
- Identifying specifications
- Mathematical ability
- Safety awareness
- Power and hand tools
- Coordinating project schedules
- System repair and installation
- Equipment maintenance
- AC and DC motor drives
- Analyzing performance
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Installing equipment
- Electrical codes
- Schematics interpretation
- Project planning
- Computer savvy
- Motor operations
- Upgrade project completion
Certification
- Licensed Master Electrician - 2000
Timeline
Master Electrician
Mcua
05.2022 - Current
Master Electrician
Montclair State University NJ
01.2012 - 05.2022
Licensed Electrical Contractor
A&T Electrical Contractors Inc.
07.2000 - Current
Electronic Technician - Electrical And Electronic Systems
DeVry Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School