CHRISTOPHER SCALA
Wilmington,NC
Summary
NC Unlimited Electrical License holder
Licensed Electrician in NY and NJ.
Real world working knowledge of electrical design and construction
Owned and operated electrical contracting business for over 10 years
Oversee electrical department for New Hanover County Schools for over 7 years.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Engineering Technologist III
Pike Engineering
Wilmington, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Design power distribution system infrastructure using BOUD/Bently software design programs
- Design Right of Way maps using AutoCad software design program
- Input documentation to Maximo work order systems
- Prepare Railroad and Transmission distribution crossing permits
Electrical Designer
CBHF Engineers, PLLC.
Wilmington, NC
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Create 2D electrical power and lighting blueprints in AutoCad for pump stations, storage facilities, switchgear, and generators
- Formulate load summaries, panel schedules and lighting schedules using Excel software programs
- Perform voltage drop, conduit/conductor sizing, and short circuit calculations using electrical engineering software programs
- Research and apply current National Electrical Codes to power and lighting designs ensuring all work will be performed in a safe and professional manner
- Consult with project managers and architects on electrical design coordination for accurate drawings and scopes of work
- Coordinate all power needs with mechanical engineers to develop proper electrical designs
- Regular communication with senior Electrical Engineers on power design and drawing quality
Foreman Electrician
New Hanover County Schools (NHCS)
Wilmington, NC
04.2017 - 10.2023
- Oversee all electrical power and lighting operations throughout 49 NHCS sites
- Produce and assign work orders to electrical staff using computer maintenance software -School Dude/Incident IQ
- Estimate and write scopes of work to be sent to outside electrical contractors for bid
- Oversee electrical projects at multiple sites being performed by electrical staff and electrical contractors
- Attend and participate in weekly maintenance staff meetings with Directors and Supervisors
- Maintain attendance records for electrical staff
- Maintain procurement card accounts
- Provide electrical staff with proper PPE and electrical tools needed to perform their jobs safely
- Conduct weekly electrical staff work order meetings
- Maintain shop inventory of tools and materials for yearly audits
- Ensure electrical staff vehicles are in proper working order
- Assist electrical staff in troubleshooting and repairing power and lighting malfunctions within school facilities
- Work closely with multiple trades to complete scheduled and emergency projects
- Meet with electrical vendors to view new lighting and power products
- Assist with OSHA training for electrical and facility maintenance staff
- Train and certify maintenance staff members in the safe and proper use of aerial lift equipment
Facilities Specialist
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
Wilmington, NC
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Perform preventative maintenance on electrical wastewater pumps and motors throughout plants
- Troubleshoot and repair power and lighting malfunctions using multiple metering devices
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to existing electrical systems, fixtures, controls, and equipment for furnishing light and power
- Inspect and test plant generators keeping accurate run records each week
- Respond to computer generated work orders in a timely manner - Maximo
- Complete all online construction safety courses as required by CFPUA
- I.e., Lock out Tag out & Confined Space
Maintenance Operations Electrician
Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center
Patchogue, NY
06.2014 - 10.2016
- Repair, replace, install, and test electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to existing electrical systems, fixtures, controls, and equipment for furnishing light and power
- Run, monitor, and test facility generators and transfer switches
- Troubleshoot and repair single phase and three phase motor malfunctions
- Troubleshoot, test, and monitor central station fire alarm systems
- Perform periodic maintenance on power and lighting systems maintaining up to date records
- Respond to and complete work orders generated by maintenance computer program-Maximo
- Prepare material lists, price quotes and purchase orders for electrical projects
- Work along with other trades and outside contractors to ensure jobs are done promptly, professionally and in accord with healthcare facility regulations
Owner/Electrical Contractor/Electrician
C&S POWER CORPORATION
Long Island, NY
06.2002 - 06.2014
- Install electrical power and lighting systems on commercial and residential properties
- Install service equipment 100-800-amp 120/240-277/480 volt single and three phase
- Design and install interior/exterior lighting systems both high and low voltage
- Properly size and install electrical conduit (EMT, PVC, RIGID) meeting all wire specifications
- Oversee day to day operations in the electrical field pertaining to business and construction projects
- Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions using ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, and circuit tracers
- Test, repair and terminate CAT5E/6E network cables and RG6 video/CCTV cables
- Manage the work schedule and handle client requests and inquiries
- Hire and manage employees when needed and delegate job assignments
- Write proposals and estimates for residential and commercial wiring and perform the work requested
- Maintain client and employee records for bookkeeping and payment schedule
- Schedule meetings with electrical inspectors and town or county municipalities to discuss job requirements
Education
Certificate - Autocad Design
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC10.2024
Certificate - National Electrical Code
JCR Productions
Raleigh, NC03.2024
Trade Electricity I&II - Residential/Commercial
Eastern Suffolk Boces Technical Institute
Brookhaven, NY01.1994
Skills
- Electrical Design Expertise
- Electrical Code Compliance
- Motor Control Circuits
- CAD Drafting
- Load Calculations
- Schematic Interpretation
- Lighting Design Experience
- Power distribution understanding
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Electrical Wiring and Fixtures
- Breaker Panel Installation
- Effective Communication
- Voltage and Current Meters
- Worker Training
- Equipment Operation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Conduit and Raceway Installation
- Wiring Layouts
- Professionalism
- Malfunction troubleshooting
Traininglicensure
- Overhead Power-Line Design: Transmission & Distribution Certificate, 06/01/23
- AutoCAD Certification, 10/2024
- Successful completion of 3-day On-site Power Generation Training Course, 06/01/22
- United Rental Academy Certified trainer for scissor and aerial boom lifts- Class 1A, 3A and 3B, 06/01/21
- Attend 8-hour 2020 National Electrical Code change seminar, 06/01/20
- Successfully complete and obtain scissor lift and single person aerial lift certification, 06/01/17
- Successfully obtained North Carolina Electrical Contracting License- Limited Classification, 06/01/17
- Attend 8-hour 2017 NEC Code change seminar- Attained certificate, 06/01/17
- Successfully complete 2014 NEC change seminar, attained certificate, 06/01/16
- CPR Certification, 06/01/16
- Successfully completed OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health course, attained certificate, 06/01/15
- 10-hour 2014 NEC change seminar, attained certificate, 06/01/14
- Attained NJ State Master Electrician License, 06/01/13
- Complete CPR Certification course, 06/01/13
- Complete 6-week Electrical Calculations Course- Electrical Training Center- Copiague, NY, 06/01/12
- 8-hour National Electrical Code Change Seminars, 06/01/11
- Successfully complete 10-week Electrical Schematic Reading course- Wilson Tech, 06/01/11
- Attend 2-week Southampton, NY Hospital Maintenance Electrician training program, 06/01/10
- Long Island Railroad Maintenance of Equipment Electrical Training Program, 06/01/07
- Attained the Universal EPA A/C Refrigerant Handling Certification, 06/01/07
- Attain Suffolk County, NY Master Electrician License, 06/01/02
- Successfully complete 6-month National Electrical Code class- Brookhaven Boces Tech, 06/01/02
- International Electrical Construction volunteer in Central/ South America, 06/01/99
- Eastern Suffolk Boces Technical Institute, Brookhaven, NY - Trade Electricity I&II - Residential/Commercial, 06/01/94
Timeline
Power Engineering Technologist III
Pike Engineering
06.2024 - Current
Electrical Designer
CBHF Engineers, PLLC.
06.2023 - 06.2024
Foreman Electrician
New Hanover County Schools (NHCS)
04.2017 - 10.2023
Facilities Specialist
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
11.2016 - 04.2017
Maintenance Operations Electrician
Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center
06.2014 - 10.2016
Owner/Electrical Contractor/Electrician
C&S POWER CORPORATION
06.2002 - 06.2014
Trade Electricity I&II - Residential/Commercial
Eastern Suffolk Boces Technical Institute
Certificate - Autocad Design
Cape Fear Community College
Certificate - National Electrical Code
JCR Productions