Chris Hammett
warrenville,sc
Summary
Highly productive professional in the electrical field known for completing tasks efficiently and effectively. Possess specialized skills in wiring installation, electrical troubleshooting, and safety compliance. Excel at problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth project execution and workplace safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reliability Electrician
Shaw Industries Group Inc.
Aiken, SC
09.2024 - Current
- Investigated failures and recommended solutions to improve system reliability.
- Provided technical support on various types of motor control circuits including VFDs.
- Worked on high voltage switchgear involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls regarding electrical malfunctions.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Identified problems with electrical systems by observing operation, listening for problems and using test equipment such as multi-meters.
- Constructed control panels from blueprints or schematic drawings.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Troubleshot EMCS and variable frequency drive systems to correct and rectify issues.
- Contributed to various projects, providing value to department, company and client base.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning systems or components.
- Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to correctly assemble panels and control boxes.
- Conducted troubleshooting operations on complex industrial machinery requiring advanced knowledge of electricity.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable code.
Electrician
Graniteville Specialty Fabrics
Graniteville, SC
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Installed Single & Three phase power including 575 voltage
- Installed Wye and Delta systems
- Installed and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine the correct wiring of industrial machinery
- Fabricated custom cable assemblies for specialized applications using a variety of techniques including soldering and crimping
- Troubleshot, repaired, and tested electrical systems and components such as motors, switches, relays, circuit breakers, transformers, generators
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures with ohmmeters and voltmeters
- Performed preventative maintenance on all electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance
- Connected wires between junction boxes using hand tools such as pliers and screwdrivers
- Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials such as high voltage electricity
- Checked operation of all installed components after completing repairs and installations
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all operational systems including pumps and valves
- Adjusted mechanical parts such as gears, pulleys or belts according to manufacturer's specifications
- Assisted in the installation of power supply lines from distribution panels to machines or fixtures
- Checked and replaced boards, capacitors and other components
- Repaired and replaced malfunctioning drives and motors
- Analyzed equipment problems to identify mechanical and human errors
- Programmed PLCs for various applications including HVAC systems, conveyor belts, pumps and other automated machinery
- Assisted with wiring and installation of control panels, power supplies, junction boxes, cables
- Installed and tested PLC systems to ensure proper operation
- Identified root cause of complex electrical control system malfunctions through fault isolation techniques
- Programmed, debugged, and maintained PLCs using ladder logic, function block diagrams, structured text, and other programming languages
- Implemented safety systems such as safety relays and emergency stop buttons into PLC programs for safe machine operations
- Participated in troubleshooting activities when problems arise during testing or operation phases
- Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals
- Understand the basic principles of ladder logic and how to read it
- Troubleshot Input/Output circuits of PLC programming
- Responded to emergency power or system failure calls outside of normal working hours
- Followed NEC state and local building regulations
- Ensured adherence to safety practices and procedures, including wearing the necessary personal protective equipment
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and coworkers in order to coordinate tasks efficiently.
Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician III
Owens Corning
Aiken, SC
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained records of all maintenance procedures performed on production equipment
- Communicated effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
- Maintained records of all work performed in the form of written reports or computer logs
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline
- Read and interpreted technical documents blueprints to disassemble and reassemble equipment for repairs and component replacements
- Completed documentation of maintenance activities as required by company policy
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when performing maintenance activities
- Analyzed machine error messages and diagnostic test results to identify faults
- Entered codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery
- Troubleshot PLC Inputs/Outputs for functionality
- Troubleshooted electrical control systems using schematics and other diagnostic tools
- Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems
- Responded quickly to emergency breakdowns in order to minimize downtime losses
- Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components
- Repaired or replaced malfunctioning parts, including motors, pumps, valves, seals, bearings
- Installed and repaired basic mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and process control systems
- Disassembled machines for cleaning or repair purposes; reassembled them after completion of job
- Operated hoists and tools to safely handle and move parts and equipment
- Performed scheduled preventative maintenance tasks on various production equipment
- Fabricated necessary spare parts using manual machining processes such as welding, turning and drilling when required
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when performing maintenance activities.
Electrician
Superior Maintenance & Piping Inc
Aiken, SC
11.2014 - 08.2021
- Worked with Single & Three phase systems
- Installed Wye and Delta systems
- Worked with AC and DC circuits
- Troubleshot, repaired, and tested electrical systems and components such as motors, switches, relays, circuit breakers, transformers, generators
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and coworkers in order to coordinate tasks efficiently
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes
- Followed blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes
- Interpreted diagrams and drawings to install conduit runs for new construction projects
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine the correct wiring of industrial machinery
- Maintained records of all work performed including parts used, time spent on each task and any other relevant information
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties
- Performed physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures with ohmmeters and voltmeters
- Ensured adherence to safety practices and procedures, including wearing the necessary personal protective equipment
- Installed and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards
- Replaced defective parts such as fuses or circuit breakers when necessary
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers and crimpers to complete repairs or installations
- Responded quickly to emergency calls from clients needing urgent assistance with their electrical system issues
- Performed business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and ordering supplies and equipment.
Education
South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership SCMEP Online
01.2024
South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership SCMEP Online
09.2023
Carpenters And Millwright Apprenticeship
07.1996
Midland Valley High School
06.1990
Skills
- Sub-panel installation
- Panel Building
- System diagnostics
- DC drives
- Industrial Automation
- AC/DC power and control systems
- Electrical schematics
- Electrical Installation
- PLC Troubleshooting
- Process Control
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- Electrical controls
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Technical documentation reading
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment set up
- Machine repair
- Conveyor Systems
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Blueprint Reading
- Precision measuring
- SAP
- Problem solving
- Safety compliance
- Control circuit troubleshooting
- OSHA 10 certified
- Low-voltage systems
- Conduit bending
- Superior troubleshooting skills
- Windows [version]
- Problem-solving
- Hazardous location wiring
- Programmable logic controllers (PLC)
- Critical thinking
- Exceptionally detail-oriented
- Control systems
- Infrared thermography
- Works well in team environment
- Effective communication
- Technical documentation
- High voltage systems
- Motor control circuits
Timeline
Reliability Electrician
Shaw Industries Group Inc.
09.2024 - Current
Electrician
Graniteville Specialty Fabrics
09.2022 - 09.2024
Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician III
Owens Corning
01.2022 - 09.2022
Electrician
Superior Maintenance & Piping Inc
11.2014 - 08.2021
South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership SCMEP Online
South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership SCMEP Online
Carpenters And Millwright Apprenticeship
Midland Valley High School