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Ashton Brinkoetter

CLINTON,IL

Summary

Electrical professional prepared for substation electrician roles, bringing comprehensive industry knowledge and hands-on expertise. Proven track record of maintaining and upgrading electrical systems, ensuring continuous service and safety. Prioritizes team collaboration and adapts to evolving challenges, showcasing reliability and adaptability. Proficient in system diagnostics and operational safety standards. Professional electrician skilled in substation maintenance and repair. Strong focus on safety protocols, electrical system diagnostics, and high-voltage equipment handling. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with team members to achieve project goals. Adaptable to changing needs and reliable in ensuring operational efficiency.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Substation Electrician

IBEW Local 1393
10.2020 - Current
  • Contributed to a safe working environment through proper use of personal protective equipment and safe work practices.
  • Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters.
  • Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
  • Constructed, tested and maintained substation relay and control systems.
  • Served a Seven Thousand hour Apprenticeship recognized by the Dept of Labor.
  • Have knowledge of construction equipment to build substations.
  • Successfully ran an IPP site from the ground to finish

Journeyman Electrician

IBEW Local 146
08.2001 - 10.2020
  • Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
  • Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
  • Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
  • Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
  • Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
  • Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
  • Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
  • Assisted in design and installation of electrical systems and components.
  • Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
  • Worked multiple positions from estimating and creating recapitulation sheets.
  • Foreman to several jobs from new builds to remodels ranging from schools , retail, refineries , nuclear , power plants , and factories.
  • Attended weekly meetings involving contractors and subcontractors

Journeyman Electrician

Ibew Local 481, International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
09.1995 - 05.2000
  • Served a five year apprenticeship requiring ten thousand hours for completion and recognized by the Dept of Labor. Worked under Journeyman Supervision in this time frame.
  • Attended school weekly while having on the job training. Developed installation skills , and a working knowledge of electricity
  • Served five different contractors successfully thru my training as part of the regime of the apprenticeship program to establish a diversity i could take to any job.
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.

Education

High School Diploma -

Decatur Public School District 61
Decatur, IL
06.1991

Skills

  • High mechanical aptitude
  • Attended 9 months of training in welding certificate earned
  • Problem solving
  • Work with people and their strengths

Timeline

Journeyman Substation Electrician

IBEW Local 1393
10.2020 - Current

Journeyman Electrician

IBEW Local 146
08.2001 - 10.2020

Journeyman Electrician

Ibew Local 481, International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
09.1995 - 05.2000

High School Diploma -

Decatur Public School District 61

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