Chris Harden
Grimes,Iowa
Summary
Skilled Journeyman Electrician with expertise in layouts, installations and rough-in work. Familiar with fixtures and customer preferences. Methodical professional with meticulous attention to detail and efficiency. Dependable Electrician with talent for Building Automation. Gifted in diagnosis and resolution of malfunctioning and poorly performing electrical systems. Offering history of high quality, on-schedule work demonstrated over 30+ years of experience.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 347, International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
12.1998 - Current
- Improved electrical system efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for repair or replacement.
- Enhanced workplace safety through meticulous adherence to electrical codes and regulations during installation processes.
- Reduced downtime in production facilities by promptly troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues.
- Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
Automation Technician
TECHNIPLAS Group
09.1994 - 12.1998
- Increased production efficiency by implementing automation systems and maintaining equipment.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and proactive troubleshooting of automation equipment.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design and install automated systems for new product lines.
- Enhanced overall system performance by optimizing PLC programming and control logic.
- Provided technical support to operators, addressing issues promptly to minimize production delays.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for automating manual tasks and processes.
Education
No Degree - High Tech Electronics- Robotics
DMACC
Ankeny, IA01.1990
Skills
- Schematics Interpretation
- Equipment Installation
- System Testing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Project Planning
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Project Management
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 347, International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
12.1998 - Current
Automation Technician
TECHNIPLAS Group
09.1994 - 12.1998
No Degree - High Tech Electronics- Robotics
DMACC
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