Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Timeline
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Christopher Burge

Ragley,La

Summary

Looking for a job where there is plenty of opportunity for advancement and being able to learn more about the trade. Electrician with proven track record of success in Industrial and Residential electrical sector. Successfully lead and mentor high-performance teams. Facilitate dynamic turnaround in low performing organizations. Innovative professional with 5 years of expertise in foreman level roles.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrician

Montgomery Electric
Lake Charles La
06.2023 - 05.2025

General plant maintenance installing conduit cable tray pulling cable. Troubleshooting motor and controls plc and dcs, terminating I/o racks and motor control centers

Lead Electrician

Turner Industries
Sulphur , La
07.2021 - 05.2023

Overseeing the set up and maintaining temp power for capital projects and turnarounds. Installing conduit cable tray etc. Troubleshooting motor controls and instrument loops. Working with voltages from 24 vdc to 1380 volts.

  • Performed rough-in, termination and underground work.
  • Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Followed established safety practices when using tools and equipment.
  • Reviewed diagrams and relevant codes to complete tasks safely and accurately.
  • Reviewed existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
  • Mentored junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
  • Laid out and sized components according to building specifications and user requirements.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential buildings.
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
  • Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components and maintained equipment.
  • Replaced malfunctioning components for failing electrical setups.
  • Led team of apprentice electricians in installing electrical systems and inspecting existing circuits.
  • Installed motor feeders and made standard motor connections.
  • Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.

Owner/Electrician

Chris's Electric Llc
Lake Charles, LA
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
  • Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
  • Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in both commercial and residential construction.
  • Troubleshot electrical control circuits using [Technique].

Electrician

Carboline Coatings
Lake Charles, La
02.2016 - 06.2020
  • Maintain all electrical throughout plant, repair and troubleshoot VFD’s, Plc, Motors, and Lighting Routine Maintenance and Quarterly calibrations of all Radar Levels, Mov’s and Flow Control Valves Pyramid 2825 Kirkman st, Lake Charles, Instrumentation And LA Electrc Corp Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in residential commercial and industrial setting.
  • Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.
  • May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.
  • Commissioned gas sites, loop and calibration checks on instrumentation.

Electrician

Pyramid Electric
Lake Charles, LA
03.2011 - 08.2015
  • Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
  • Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
  • Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
  • Oversaw project details and adherence to regulations, including diagnosis, wiring and OSHA compliance.

Electrician

Mmr Constructors Inc
Sulphur, LA
01.2009 - 12.2010
  • Installing conduit,cable tray, commercial and industrial setting also basic I/o terminations and troubleshooting in industrial setting
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory guidelines and safety rules such as OSHA and others.

Electrician

Traid Electric and Controls
Sulphur, LA
01.2007 - 04.2008
  • Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
  • Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects.

Electrician

EIU Inc
Laffyette, LA
03.2006 - 12.2006
  • Unlimited Help electricians by performing duties of lesser skill.
  • Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
  • Basic conduit runs and basic 120/240v circuit wiring in residential and commercial setting.,

Education

High School Diploma -

Parkview Baptist
Sulphur LA
2003

Skills

  • Bidding processes
  • Team oversight
  • Wiring termination requirements
  • Sub-panel installation
  • New construction
  • Branch circuit wiring
  • AC/DC power and control systems
  • Residential electric construction
  • Experienced journeyman trainer
  • OSHA 10 Certified
  • Electrical repairs
  • Commercial and industrial electrician
  • NCCER Certified
  • Efficient

References

Harl Burdick 3378531494

Robbie Smith 3372264938

Certification

Nccer Certified 01/2013

Timeline

Electrician

Montgomery Electric
06.2023 - 05.2025

Lead Electrician

Turner Industries
07.2021 - 05.2023

Owner/Electrician

Chris's Electric Llc
09.2020 - 05.2021

Electrician

Carboline Coatings
02.2016 - 06.2020

Electrician

Pyramid Electric
03.2011 - 08.2015

Electrician

Mmr Constructors Inc
01.2009 - 12.2010

Electrician

Traid Electric and Controls
01.2007 - 04.2008

Electrician

EIU Inc
03.2006 - 12.2006

High School Diploma -

Parkview Baptist
Christopher Burge