Dakota Shirley
Electrical Technician
Waynesboro,MS
Summary
I am an Electrical Technician skilled in troubleshooting, overhauls, installations, adjustments and repairs on variety of electronic equipment. Efficient and able electrical professional with 5+ years in maintenance field in the electrical technician position. Strong organizational and time management skills. Exceptional bench-level technical skills coupled with team leadership background. Also very committed to sharpening technical skills and staying current with new advances in electrical engineering systems and technology. Also willing to travel if needed.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Technician II
U.S. Silica
Crane, TX
05.2021 - Current
- Measured and read DMM, meggers, micrometers and thickness gauges using electrical and mechanical testing instruments.
- Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems.
- Notify supervisor immediately about equipment problems and breakdowns.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Controlled and monitored mechanical equipment using computer.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls and lighting.
- Maintained and repaired solenoids and regulators on co-generation systems.
- Test and calibrate equipment in shop and field.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers and IC testers.
- Updated and modified components and systems to improve operation.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Installed electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with National Electric Code.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings and layouts to complete repairs.
Electrical Technician
Howard Industries
Laurel, Mississippi
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls and lighting.
- Adhered to testing procedures while performing standard and specialized evaluations on energized and de-energized circuits.
- Determined proper methods, equipment and materials to complete cost repairs within budget.
- Completed daily inspections of all electronic equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Checked supportive electrical equipment such as brackets and hangers, making repairs when necessary.
- Collaborated with IT department with any networking issues such as printing and data access.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers and dial indicators.
- Updated and modified components and systems to improve operation.
- Reported all unsafe activities, situations and potential hazards to supervisor.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Tested, troubleshot and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Installed electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with National Electric Code.
- Installed, repaired and tested electrical and electronic systems.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings and layouts to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot and repaired through voltage alternating current equipment.
- Seasoned in proper use and maintenance of test stands and equipment.
- Operated multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electronic testing devices to accurately diagnose equipment issues.
- Constructed, modified, maintained and inspected electronic
- Repair and Replace ThermoCoupling probes on Industrial Ovens.
- Industrial control systems.
Education
Electrical Technology - Electrical Engineering
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS 08.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
AV and electronics repair
Power supplies
Schematics Interpretation
Knowledge of backup systems
Arc flash knowledge
Team Player
Skilled with ladders and scaffolds
National Electrical Code knowledge
Mechanical concepts knowledge
Installation and repair specialist
Calibration specialist
Computer-literate
Soldering skills
Hand and power tools
Blueprint and schematic understanding
Certification
Forklift Operator
Timeline
Electrical Technician II
U.S. Silica
05.2021 - Current
Electrical Technician
Howard Industries
08.2017 - 05.2021
Electrical Technology - Electrical Engineering
Jones County Junior College
08.2015 - 05.2017