Substation professional with deep hands-on knowledge of maintenance, testing, switching, and equipment troubleshooting across electrical systems. Provides direction to technicians, reviews blueprints and work orders, and coordinates parts, schedules, and corrective maintenance to keep work moving safely. Strong record of safety compliance, storm response support, and accurate SAP updates.
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Work History
Distribution Supervisor - Sub Field Maintenance
PSEGLI
Hicksville, New York
09.2024 - Current
Supervised up to 25 bargaining unit personnel of inside plant substations.
Coordinated maintenance programs, corrective maintenance, and capital improvement projects with system operations, engineering, and field teams to ensure safe and reliable operation of electrical system.
Supported and coordinated emergency response, emergency repairs and storm restoration efforts with multiple groups
Inspected substations to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
Enforced safety procedures, permits, and lockout tagout practices.
Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
Monitored and evaluated personnel performance in substation maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching to enhance team capabilities.
Supervised technicians on repair and installation of various substation equipment according to the manufacturer's specifications.
Led and mentored electric technicians to effectively resolve equipment failures, maintenance issues, and construction projects.
Experience working with collective bargaining agreements with local 1049
Procured replacement parts to ensure timely repairs of substation equipment and maintain safe operations.
Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
Reported project progress, site problems and schedules to supervisors and project managers.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine the number of workers needed to complete jobs efficiently and on schedule.
Electrical Technician
PSEG Long Island
Hicksville, NY
04.2013 - 09.2024
Knowledgeable about substation work methods
Familiar with barging unit contract
Over 14 years of working safely in the field
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and leading crews of varying size to accomplish tasks
Repaired electrical equipment using hand and power tools and testing and diagnostic equipment.
Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
Connected and repaired equipment based on mechanical drawings and electrical prints.
Performed tests, valving and maintenance on cable oil pump house equipment
Interpreted electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints and diagrams.
Commissioned and acceptance tested substation equipment
Tested and repaired distribution and transmission circuit breakers(acbs,gcbs,vcbs and ocbs), transformers, network protectors, alarms and control systems.
Worked extensively on GIS bus,circuit breakers, transformers and switches for Nypa Y49 and Y50
Storm restoration qualified
Tested energized and de-energized circuits, following test procedures and assisting in specialized test procedures.
Trained and guided new employees according to company standards and procedures
Substation Operator
National Grid USA
Hewlett, NY
04.2011 - 04.2013
Operated transmission and distribution circuit breakers safely
Identified malfunctions while operating equipment and wrote trouble reports to correct issues
Inspected equipment in substation weekly and monthly
Performed switching orders to remove equipment from service for repairs
Power Plant Operator
Keyspan Energy/ National Grid
Island Park, NY
02.2007 - 04.2011
Inspected boiler and turbine equipment on daily basis and made monitoring adjustments to maintain system integrity and peak operations.
Operated equipment following corporate and manufacturer procedures.
Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times
Operated High pressure steam and condensate valves in sequence to start or shut down boilers and auxiliary units.
Maintained plant cleanliness and completed general housekeeping tasks to keep operations audit-ready.
Identified and reported abnormalities to supervisor for timely corrective actions.
Operated or maintained auxiliary equipment to supply water, fuel or auxiliary power.
Monitored power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems.
Kept optimal boiler pressures and monitored steam unit operations.
Member of Power plant Emergency response team being trained in confined space rescue, firefighter duties and first aid
Gas First Responder
Keyspan
Hewlett, NY
02.2007 - 06.2007
Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Measured and cut pipe to connect feeder lines and equipment to appliances.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Investigated natural gas leaks
Meter Reader
Keyspan
Hewett, NY
10.2000 - 01.2007
Responded to customer questions regarding meter readings and deescalated situations with professionalism and calmness.
Checked meters for issues and reported findings to customers and supervisors daily.
Transferred daily collected data on company computer.
Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
0311 Rifleman/Radio Operator
USMC
Twentynine Palms, CA
03.1998 - 09.2000
Operated HF/VHF radio, computer and telephone communication equipment and received, copied and delivered messages, clearances and advisories.
Established and maintained clear and secure contact with field personnel and specific locations.
Led infantry team of 8-12 members in combat training operations, providing tactical guidance for individuals with varying strengths.
Maintained rifles, machine guns, and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting training operations.
Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
Maintained peak physical condition to stay ready for challenging missions.
Stock Boy/ Photo Tech
Walgreens
Hempstead, NY
12.1996 - 03.1998
Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
Greeted and assisted customers, suggested and promoted products and services and processed and packaged photo orders.
Enlarged, refocused and retouched photographs to clarify specific image areas to meet customer needs and preferences.
Corrected images before production, used software to make photo edits and managed correct color processing and development of photographic negatives.