Arthur Watkins Jr
Detroit,MI
Summary
Knowledgeable professional offering several years of increasingly advanced journey-level electrical experience. Talented at inspecting, repairing, installing and maintaining electrical systems and subsystems. Flexible with wide range of hands-on experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
A1 Construction & Electric
Livonia, MI
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Responded quickly to emergency calls regarding electrical malfunctions.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Resolved safety issues related to faulty wiring installation practices in a timely manner.
- Constructed control panels from blueprints or schematic drawings.
- Assisted with the layout of large scale industrial plant projects.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
Field Service Technician
Comcast
Detroit, MI
09.2015 - 08.2020
- Monitored system performance remotely through data analysis methods such as telemetry readings.
- Disassembled defective machines for repair or replacement of parts.
- Assisted with training of junior technicians in proper installation techniques and safety protocols.
Field Service Technician
WOW
Detroit, MI
05.2006 - 11.2015
- Resolved customer complaints regarding product performance or malfunctioning equipment in a professional manner.
- Inspected and tested mechanical products to locate defects or malfunctions.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, safety standards.
- Completed all necessary paperwork for service calls in a timely manner.
- Provided technical support to customers over the phone and via email.
Service Technician
Comcast
Redford, MI
02.1996 - 08.2004
- Performed onsite repair of equipment at customer locations.
- Resolved software-related issues by troubleshooting programs and applications.
- Adhered to quality assurance procedures during every stage of the service process.
- Installed new systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation and safety hazards prior to use.
- Troubleshot electrical circuits using schematics and diagrams.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts with OEM replacements as necessary.
- Assembled components into complete systems following blueprints or other instructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Henry Ford High School
Detroit, MI06-1996
Certification - Plumbing Pipe Fitting
A. Philip Randolph Career Technical Center
Detroit, MI01-1995
Skills
- Electrical Equipment Maintenance
- Electrical Repairs
- Diagnostic Testing
- Project Management
- Sub-panel installation
- System Testing
- Safety Management
- New Construction
- Scheduling
- Design troubleshooting
Timeline
Electrician
A1 Construction & Electric
07.2021 - 12.2023
Field Service Technician
Comcast
09.2015 - 08.2020
Field Service Technician
WOW
05.2006 - 11.2015
Service Technician
Comcast
02.1996 - 08.2004
High School Diploma -
Henry Ford High School
Certification - Plumbing Pipe Fitting
A. Philip Randolph Career Technical Center
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