Dante Falley

Electricians Mate

US Navy

San Diego, CA

03.1995 - 04.2004

Inspected and tested electrical systems, components, and accessories to locate faults and malfunctions.
Performed maintenance on circuit breakers and switchgear assemblies.
Assisted in the installation of new electrical cables according to blueprints.
Troubleshot and repaired electric motors, generators, lighting fixtures, control systems, switches, receptacles, circuit breakers, transformers, voltage regulators and other related equipment.
Conducted preventative maintenance on all electrical equipment onboard ships.
Replaced faulty wiring circuits using hand tools such as screwdrivers and pliers.
Installed batteries in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Tested continuity of circuits using test meters such as ohmmeters and voltmeters.
Repaired or replaced damaged insulation on wiring circuits.
Connected wires to terminals of circuit breakers for proper operation.
Installed new fuses when necessary to protect against overloads.
Maintained records of repair work performed on ships' electrical systems.
Monitored ship's power system performance by analyzing data from various measuring devices.
Checked for proper functioning of emergency lights during drills.
Traced shorts in wiring circuits using specialized diagnostic equipment.
Disassembled defective parts for rewiring or replacement purposes.
Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.