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Charles M DeVeaux

Stafford,VA

Summary

Skilled Electrical Technician with experience in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems. Strengths include a deep understanding of electronic devices and systems, strong problem-solving skills, and knowledge of safety procedures. Previous work has consistently resulted in improved efficiency and reduced downtime for equipment.

Electronics professional with clear knowledge of principles and theories of electronics, mathematics and circuitry applicable to diverse real-world problems. Skilled in troubleshooting, diagnostics and failure analysis.

Work well with design and production teams to strengthen electrical machinery, controls and circuitry development plans. Experienced in real-world, on-site conditions and laboratory environments. Good organizational, analytical and documentation skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Technician

Ross Industries
Midlands, VA
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Building processing and packaging machines for food industries
  • Read and interpret schematics for assembly of machines
  • Test, program and troubleshooting controllers, safety controllers, PLCs, VFDs, E-stops, drives, relays, Servo motors, low and high voltage motors, disconnect switches, fuse holder, variations of fuses

Knowledge of mechanical equipment and ability, techniques to manufacture, build and repair high tech commercial equipment

Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical circuits, pneumatic and hydraulic testing equipment to complete work assignment

  • Utilized specialized tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters to diagnose problems within circuitry.
  • Installed new electrical wiring and equipment in accordance with local codes and regulations.
  • Built panels containing relays, switches, circuit breakers, according to customer specifications.
  • Maintained inventory of parts for immediate and emergency repairs.
  • Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
  • Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
  • Improved electrical installations by standardizing procedures for production and field personnel.
  • Authored clear and detailed engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of each unit.

Electrical Technician

Unadyn/ Piovan Group
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Examine and verify the quality of all components, before and after assembly
  • Prepare and maintain accurate quality and assembly documentation, as required
  • Built control panels and control boxes per customer request consisting of terminals, VFDs, PLCs, safety controllers, relays
  • Operated and maintained hand & power tools, manufacturing machines and test equipment
  • Follow assembly drawings, blueprints and layout diagrams, detailed work
  • Conducts functional and continuity tests of electrical assemblies, components, wire harness, and plugs, using ohmmeter, test lights, and other electrical testing instruments
  • Documented all work performed according to company guidelines and procedures.
  • Diagnosed and repaired faulty wiring, switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, motors, relays, and other related devices.
  • Repaired damaged cables used in industrial facilities according to established standards.
  • Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
  • Tested and repaired electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems.
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.

Maintenance Operator

Bimbo Bakeries USA
Orangeburg, SC
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Ability to understand Mixer Operations
  • Ability to preflight and startup procedure
  • Ability to Kick dough out of Mixer
  • Ability to Collect Data
  • Ability to react to alarms
  • Ability to changeover- variety
  • Use the proper procedure for shutdown/ Clean Up
  • Ability to make necessary adjustment
  • Ability to communicate with Divider, Scaler, and Oven
  • Ability to demonstrate and understand KPI's
  • Follows Plant Visitor Policies
  • Know how to react when Visitor Policy has been violated
  • Maintains Food Safe Environment
  • Conducts Area Self Audits
  • Understands setup chart
  • Pest Management
  • Proper waste disposal (raw material)
  • Location of cleaning utensils Understands, Recognizes, and react to potential cross contamination
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects.
  • Executed minor repairs and adjustments to machines as needed.
  • Stored spare parts safely in designated areas according to company policy.
  • Assisted with the installation of new equipment and systems.
  • Performed routine lubrication of moving parts on machinery in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Operated forklifts to transport heavy items around the facility.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts in machines, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning machinery or other facility-related issues.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues by running tests, troubleshooting malfunctions, and making repairs as required.
  • Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Executed lockout tagout before every repair and preventive maintenance

Maintenance Operator

Aryzta
Columbia, SC
03.2018 - 12.2018
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects.
  • Executed minor repairs and adjustments to machines as needed.
  • Stored spare parts safely in designated areas according to company policy.
  • Assisted with the installation of new equipment and systems.
  • Cleaned work areas after completing repair projects.
  • Performed routine lubrication of moving parts on machinery in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Ordered replacement parts as needed from approved suppliers and vendors.
  • Operated forklifts to transport heavy items around the facility.
  • Conducted daily inspections of all equipment, identifying any necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts in machines, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning machinery or other facility-related issues.
  • Monitored production processes for potential problems and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on equipment and machinery to ensure optimal operation.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues by running tests, troubleshooting malfunctions, and making repairs as required.
  • Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
  • Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
  • Operated large machinery, power tools, and hand tools when performing repairs and installations.
  • Inspected machines before and after use to verify optimal performance.
  • Employed best maintenance and safety practices with minimal complaints, incidents or lost-time accidents.
  • Inspected and tested damaged machine parts and reported parts and repair needs to supervisors.

Wingset Maintenance

Becton Dickinson & Co
Sumter, SC
06.2016 - 04.2017
  • Responsible for setting up, optimizing, change-over trouble-shooting, and maintaining assigned departmental production equipment
  • Responsible for meeting/exceeding production standards, maintaining product quality, minimizing/preventing equipment downtime, and sustaining budgeted waste levels on a daily basis
  • Responsible for assisting maintenance department in repairs, responsible for performing preventative maintenance on the equipment as specified in plant's Preventative Maintenance (PM) program or as needed for smooth operation, and responsible for maintaining equipment logs for each equipment, recording permanent information about downtime and maintenance problems
  • Maintained levels of communication between shifts
  • Responsible for achieving production requirements
  • Ensured that all health and safety procedures were followed
  • Made sure that products were produced in a timely manner hour on the hour
  • Operated forklifts to transport heavy items around the facility.
  • Executed minor repairs and adjustments to machines as needed.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues by running tests, troubleshooting malfunctions, and making repairs as required.
  • Performed routine lubrication of moving parts on machinery in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects.
  • Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
  • Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.

Electrical Breaker Technician

Schneider Electric Square D
Hopkins, SC
12.2007 - 12.2015
  • Maintained proper housekeeping per 5s standards around work stations
  • Did daily safety inspections around work stations before and after shifts and signed documentation when completed
  • Assembled breakers by reading and following detailed instructions with visual programmed monitor
  • Wore proper PPE
  • Perform low/high-voltage test on all breakers assembled
  • Properly labeled all breakers as assigned with pick list
  • Package all breakers with correct manuals and prepped for shipping
  • Monitored inventory levels of spare parts used in the repair process so that supplies were always available when needed.
  • Inspected breaker parts for signs of wear or damage prior to use.
  • Identified potential hazards associated with working around high-voltage electricity sources and took appropriate steps to mitigate risks.
  • Performed routine maintenance on breaker equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Developed checklists for preventive maintenance activities designed to reduce downtime of breaker systems.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by sweeping, mopping and removing debris from the workplace.

  • Repaired damaged electrical components such as motors, switches, wiring harnesses.
  • Completed detailed reports after each job task was completed that documented results, findings, recommendations and any additional information necessary.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting system malfunctions related to breakers or other electrical components.
  • Adhered to all company policies and procedures related to the use of breakers and other electrical equipment.
  • Installed new breakers in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Utilized hand tools to remove broken pieces from machines and replace them with new ones.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as cranes, hoists, and breakers in a safe manner.

Electrical Technician&Tester

Schneider Electric Square D
Hopkins, SC
12.2007 - 12.2010
  • Performed electrical wiring assembly on medium to large sized panels,following detailed blueprints and wiring diagrams ensuring quality and adhered to safety standards
  • Determined materials, tools, and equipment needed for product order
  • Reviewed and verified all work was in compliance with material package and customer requirements
  • Verified all specifications (i.e, routing and labeling) on blueprint and notified Quality and/or Team leader if there were issues that needed to be addressed before assemblies could be completed
  • Terminated wire harnesses and basic wiring for controls,panels and fan motors
  • Programmed PLCs for the control of automated machinery.
  • Maintained records of all repairs performed on electrical systems.
  • Tested existing electrical components to ensure proper functioning.
  • Worked closely with other technicians to complete projects efficiently.
  • Monitored the performance of existing equipment in order to identify potential areas of improvement.
  • Repaired faulty wiring or replaced defective parts to restore functionality of circuits and systems.
  • Utilized specialized tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters to diagnose problems within circuitry.
  • Built panels containing relays, switches, circuit breakers, according to customer specifications.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair.
  • Climbed and worked in confined crawl spaces and worked flexible, non-standard workweek.
  • Execute comprehensive test on electrical equipment, power controls, switches, circuit breakers, UPS(uninterrupted power supply)systems to establish test procedures and specifications.
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
  • Assisted other technicians in troubleshooting difficult problems on site.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Install conduit or wireway runs from main power source to individual loads.
  • Used soldering equipment and wiring to assemble electrical and electronic systems.
  • Drilled holes in specified equipment locations to provide openings for wiring.
  • Used air hoses and proper solutions to clean components.

Education

High School Diploma -

HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Dalzell, SC
06-1996

Skills

  • Expert in safety rules and operations
  • Interpretation of blueprints and diagrams
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Assembly knowledge
  • Collaborative team player
  • Neat and organized
  • Hours of OSHA and company safety requirements
  • Follow all PPE requirements
  • Able to interpret and use complex instructions
  • Dedicated in meeting customer deadlines
  • AC and DC motors
  • Control systems
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Motor controls
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Electrical installations
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Microprocessor
  • Microcontroller
  • ISO Drawing
  • Material Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Forklifts
  • Scissor Lifts
  • Floor Jacks
  • Variety of standard and Power Tools used in repairs,testing and assembly
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosis
  • Switchgear maintenance
  • Panel building
  • PLC programming
  • Low-voltage systems
  • Electrical testing
  • Willing to travel
  • Schematics interpretation
  • Soldering skills
  • Arc flash analysis
  • Electrical troubleshooting

Additional Information

Expert in safety rules and operations, Interpretation of blueprints and diagrams, Ability to follow directions, Assembly knowledge, Collaborative team player, Neat and organized, Hours of OSHA and company safety requirements, Follow all PPE requirements, Able to interpret and use complex instructions, Dedicated in meeting customer deadlines

Timeline

Electrical Technician

Ross Industries
08.2021 - 12.2023

Electrical Technician

Unadyn/ Piovan Group
01.2020 - 07.2021

Maintenance Operator

Bimbo Bakeries USA
01.2019 - 12.2020

Maintenance Operator

Aryzta
03.2018 - 12.2018

Wingset Maintenance

Becton Dickinson & Co
06.2016 - 04.2017

Electrical Breaker Technician

Schneider Electric Square D
12.2007 - 12.2015

Electrical Technician&Tester

Schneider Electric Square D
12.2007 - 12.2010

High School Diploma -

HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Charles M DeVeaux