Brian Miller
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Skilled Journeyman Inside Wireman with extensive experience at Ec Electric and IBEW Local 415, specializing in panel and transformer installations. Demonstrates a strong commitment to electrical safety and building automation, with a proven track record of enhancing system efficiency and reliability. Excels in team leadership and innovative problem-solving, ensuring projects exceed industry standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Inside Wireman
Ec Electric
Portland, OR
04.2024 - Current
- Installed and connected wiring, equipment and fixtures to power sources according to safety codes.
- Performed preventive maintenance on electrical systems, such as tightening connections and replacing worn parts.
- Read blueprints, schematics and technical diagrams to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations.
- Inspected completed installations for conformance with codes, regulations and specifications.
- Installed surge protection devices at main service panels to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage spikes.
- Provided emergency repairs when needed due to system failure or malfunctioning equipment.
- Used hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers and cutters and drills.
- Trained apprentices on proper use of tools and techniques used in the trade.
- Replaced circuit breakers when necessary due to wear or damage.
- Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
Journeyman Wireman
IBEW Local 415
Cheyenne, Wyoming
08.1999 - Current
- Installed, connected and terminated electrical wiring, conduits, fixtures and equipment according to code specifications.
- Inspected and tested existing wiring systems for conformance with current standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance on electrical systems to ensure safety and reliability of power supply.
- Maintained records of all installed equipment and materials used in the job.
- Worked closely with other tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers, carpenters to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems related to electrical work.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts or components of the electrical system when needed.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding installation procedures and safety regulations.
- Read blueprints and schematic diagrams to determine the location and layout of wiring systems.
- Installed lighting fixtures for commercial buildings, homes, businesses.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components within an electrical system.
- Performed quality control checks throughout the project to ensure that all work was completed correctly.
- Tested continuity of circuits using test meters such as ohmmeters, voltmeters.
- Identified potential hazards associated with working around electricity including fire risks and shock hazards.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes during installation process.
- Provided technical advice on how best to install new equipment while maintaining safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for challenging installations.
- Cleaned up worksite after completing each task ensuring that all tools were put away properly.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols when handling hazardous material such as high voltage cables.
- Participated in regular training sessions aimed at improving skillset related to journeyman wireman duties.
- Worked well under pressure and in different physical positions and environmental conditions to complete work on-schedule and on-budget.
- Troubleshot problems with newly installed and repaired systems to trace faults and achieve desired functionality.
- Oversaw project work quality and compliance with applicable local and NEC codes.
- Completed commercial and industrial installations and system repairs with high degree of skill.
- Updated distribution systems by replacing worn and outdated electrical components with new and more efficient parts.
- Coordinated with other trades to organize schedules and meet project timelines.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
Education
State Electrical License -
DJEATC
Denver, CO10-2003
High School Diploma -
Vantage Point Campus
Thornton, CO05-1998
Skills
- Panel installation
- Fire alarm systems
- Electrical Safety
- Building automation
- Transformer installation
- Cable pulling
Certification
- Colorado State Electrical License
- Wyoming State Electrical License
- Washington State Electrical License
- NFPA 70E
- OSHA 10
- FIRST AID/CPR
Other Skills
- Working with crew to lift heavy awkward loads, with slings and swivels and hand signals to equipment operator.
References
Joe Reiff - 307.214.3366
Jason Hickman - 308.241.0922
Scott Burns - 207.576.9075
Timeline
Journeyman Inside Wireman
Ec Electric
04.2024 - Current
Journeyman Wireman
IBEW Local 415
08.1999 - Current
- Colorado State Electrical License
- Wyoming State Electrical License
- Washington State Electrical License
- NFPA 70E
- OSHA 10
- FIRST AID/CPR
State Electrical License -
DJEATC
High School Diploma -
Vantage Point Campus
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