Brandon Schmid
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Dependable electrician with vast knowledge of electrical systems and expertise installing, repairing and maintaining electrical systems. Skilled at troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical problems and efficiently identifying and implementing solutions. Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with other professionals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrician 1/C
East Coast Repair and Fabrication
12.2023 - Current
- Build 440V and 110V temporary power services to provide to ships.
- Led a team of electricians in completing large-scale projects.
- Lead rip out and installation and/or alteration to electrical systems aboard ships.
- Troubleshoot and repair ship's and company's equipment.
- Conduct proper movement of equipment due to interference for another job.
- Conducts operational tests to assure equipment is in working order.
- Create work authorization forms alongside the Navy to allow work on their equipment.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
Electrician 2/C
Marine Hydraulics International, Inc.
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Installs and repairs wiring, fixtures, and equipment for all electrical services aboard ship and in shipyard facilities, following blueprints and wiring diagrams.
- Conducts insulation resistance measurements of electrical cables to determine condition and effects repairs or replacements as required.
- Participates in the rip out and installation and/or alteration to electrical systems aboard ships.
- Conducts operational tests to determine equipment is in working order.
- Provides temporary power to ship's systems that are secured during the shipyard availability.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
Electrician's Mate
United States Navy
06.2015 - 10.2021
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for electrical equipment, minimizing unexpected failures and enhancing reliability.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
- Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
- Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of electrical systems aboard naval vessels.
Education
High school diploma -
Lampeter-Strasburg Shs
Lampeter, PA06-2009
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Electrical wiring
- Equipment repair
- Electrical systems
- Electrical testing
- High Voltage
- Low voltage
- Troubleshooting
- Wiring installation
- Lighting systems
- Electrical panel upgrades
Certification
- Multi-Pin Connector Technician Qualification April 2024 to Present
- OSHA 10 October 2021 to Present
- Frame, Tube & Coupler, & System Scaffolding Competent Person December 2023 to December 2028
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (AHA) April 2026 to April 2028
Military Service
Petty Officer Third Class | United States Navy | United States
June 2016 to October 2021
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Electrician 1/C
East Coast Repair and Fabrication
12.2023 - Current
Electrician 2/C
Marine Hydraulics International, Inc.
10.2021 - 12.2023
Electrician's Mate
United States Navy
06.2015 - 10.2021
High school diploma -
Lampeter-Strasburg Shs