Benjamin Friday
Springfield,IL
Summary
A highly motivated, confident, and professional leader with five years of building electrical experience and knowledge in multiple areas of the trade as well as five years of tactical military training. Very resourceful team member as well as a capable problem solver.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Electrician
IBEW Local 193
01.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Working private 80 Mega Watt substation, running power and installing eight 2500-amp transformers. Along with twenty-six 800 amp disconnects.
- Foreman for full wind farm re-power at big sky wind farms. Including multiple daily 310ft climb and also exiting top hatch for work on top.
- Wind farm contract included all new wiring for 112 turbines, demo and tower preparation.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
Electrical Foreman
Ryan Electrical Solutions
11.2017 - 01.2021
- Resolved team and client challenges with proactive and actionable solutions.
- Monitored employee performance and adherence to job specifications to maintain quality standards and high client satisfaction.
- Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards.
- Performed electrical installations and repair for residential and commercial projects.
- Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools.
Terminal Handler
Grand River Jackpot
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Filled out documentation for each shift on time and with accuracy.
- Professionally delivered money up to $100,000.00 to multiple different establishments with gambling machines.
Fitness Instructor
Fit Club
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Recruited club members for group classes and challenge groups.
- Offered inspiration and guidance to all club members and group event patrons.
0331 Machine Gunner
United States Marine Corps
11.2009 - 09.2014
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Employed heavy and medium Machine Guns as well as support vehicles.
- Advised platoon commander on Machine Gun emplacement and utilization of my Machine Gun squad.
- Mentally and physically training and guiding my squad to assure their preparedness for overseas deployments
Education
Bachelor’s Of Criminal Justice -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01.2022
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High School
Springfield, IL05.2009
Skills
- Electrical Installations
- Electrical schematics
- Team leadership
- Strong verbal communication
- Capable problem solver
- Risk management process and analysis
Accomplishments
- Sanaa, Yemen Deployment-worked as security team for the Embassy in Yemen. Continuous post and observations to ensure the protection and safety of Government workers.
- Jordan Deployment- In charge of training and evaluating the J.A.F(Jordanian armed forces) in Machine gun gunnery and tactics for their deployment to Afghanistan.
- Afghanistan Deployment- supported Afghan National army and border police doing drug interdiction. Lead vehicle Gunner for over eighty missions resulting in the successful capture of key individuals.
- Afghanistan Deployment- Battalion quick react force escort service for key individuals ranging from E-8 to Colonel.
- Western Pacific Deployment, Middle East- staged as contingency effort in Djibouti, Africa to evacuate American citizens in Yemen.
Timeline
Construction Electrician
IBEW Local 193
01.2021 - Current
Electrical Foreman
Ryan Electrical Solutions
11.2017 - 01.2021
Terminal Handler
Grand River Jackpot
06.2016 - 09.2017
Fitness Instructor
Fit Club
09.2015 - 12.2016
0331 Machine Gunner
United States Marine Corps
11.2009 - 09.2014
Bachelor’s Of Criminal Justice -
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High School
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