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Constance Sweat

First Energy Corporation
Williamsburg,PA

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

RETIRED SUBSTATION SUPPORT-Breakdown FollowsDistribution Tech IV - Remote/HybridCustomer Support Specialist - RemoteSupervisor Regional OperationsJourneyman Substation Electrician

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursWork from home optionWork-life balance

Summary

Experienced Energy Industry Professional with extensive background in substation operations, customer relations, and remote work support. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through technical troubleshooting and project coordination. A Professional Skilled in logistics management, inventory control, and equipment operation. Strong team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Reliable, efficient, and highly organized with keen attention to detail.

40
years of professional experience

Work History

RETIRED SUBSTATION SUPPORT-Breakdown Follows

39 Years 9 Months
First Energy Corporation | Altoona PA | 06.1986 - 03.2026
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Distribution Tech IV - Remote/Hybrid

3 Years 9 Months
Penelec A First Energy Corp | Altoona, PA | 06.2022 - 03.2026
  • Supported Transmission and Distribution Substation Departments by procuring material and equipment, coordinating tool, equipment, and dumpster rentals
  • Coordinated with vendors for correct part replacement, obtained quotes, and followed through with purchase to payment.
  • Created and Managed purchase orders using COUPA, ensuring timely material acquisition.
  • Conducted In-Field inventory checks to verify spare equipment in our Cascade system

Customer Support Specialist - Remote

2 Years 7 Months
Penelec A First Energy Corp | Remote - Williamsburg PA 16693 | 11.2019 - 06.2022
  • Direct Customer Contact for Major Power Customers.
  • Coordinated planned outages between Customers and Utility.
  • Created tickets in SAP system for customer outages and new services.
  • Obtained outage information in GIS View

Supervisor Regional Operations

14 Years 5 Months
Penelec A First Energy Corp | Altoona/Lewistown PA | 06.2005 - 11.2019
  • Field Supervisor in Substation for Large Utility Company covering an average of 52 Substation given the assigned territory.
  • Led team meetings to align on goals, address challenges, and promote collaboration among staff.
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment to ensure optimal functionality and reliability.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Journeyman Substation Electrician

11 Years
Penelec A First Energy Corp | Altoona | 05.1994 - 05.2005
  • Maintenance and testing of Power Utility Equipment in Substations
  • Construction of Distribution and Transmission Substations
  • Preformed Complicated switching and tagging Procedures necessary to de-energize and work on system

Education

Journeyman EECM - Substation - Substation Construction And Maintenance

Power System Tech | First Energy - Johnstown PA | 06-2005

Certified Medical Secretary Medical Technology

Altoona School of Commerce | Altoona PA | 06-1983

High School Diploma

Hollidaysburg Area High School | Hollidaysburg, PA | 06-1981

Skills

Vendor management
Purchase Order Processing
Proficient with Computer Programs
Power Equipment Technical Experience
Journeyman Electrician
Substation maintenance
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail

Timeline

Distribution Tech IV - Remote/Hybrid
Penelec A First Energy Corp
06.2022 - 03.2026
Customer Support Specialist - Remote
Penelec A First Energy Corp
11.2019 - 06.2022
Supervisor Regional Operations
Penelec A First Energy Corp
06.2005 - 11.2019
Journeyman Substation Electrician
Penelec A First Energy Corp
05.1994 - 05.2005
RETIRED SUBSTATION SUPPORT-Breakdown Follows
First Energy Corporation
06.1986 - 03.2026
Power System Tech
Journeyman EECM - Substation from Substation Construction And Maintenance
Altoona School of Commerce
Certified Medical Secretary Medical Technology
Hollidaysburg Area High School
High School Diploma
Constance Sweat