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David Dawson

Vincennes,IN

Summary

Reliable and efficient professional with strong communication and customer service skills. Knowledgeable about wide range of electrical systems and electrical components. Takes pride in completing projects on-time and within budget while complying with safety standards and applicable regulations.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrician

Eagle Railcar
07.2022 - Current
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
  • Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
  • Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
  • Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
  • Provided preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
  • Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
  • Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
  • Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
  • Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
  • Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
  • Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
  • Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.

Maintenance Lead

Lewis Bakery
11.2008 - 07.2022
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance and component replacement.
  • Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
  • Troubleshot and repaired conveyors, pneumatic systems and steam boilers.
  • Repaired and maintained both 3-phase and single-phase motors.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 5 employees.
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.

Vibration Analyst

Kirby Risk
10.2007 - 10.2008
  • Installed electrical and mechanical components with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Brought systems in line with operational specifications with calibration, rework or repair.
  • Completed skilled soldering, corrections and wiring tasks to produce high-quality work.
  • Assembled and disassembled complex mechanical systems to make repairs or augmentations and troubleshoot malfunctions.
  • Operated hand and power tools safely to completed detailed work on various components.
  • Inspected parts for surface defects.
  • Provided technical support to colleagues regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing or drafting.
  • Wrote up results in reports highlighting electromechanical testing activities.
  • Used specialized instrumentation and gauges to assess performance of electromechanical assemblies.

Maintenance Technician

Gemtron
04.1991 - 10.2007
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.

NCOIC of SCIF

USAF
04.1983 - 11.1991
  • Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
  • Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
  • Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
  • Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
  • Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.

Education

No Degree - General Studies

Troy State University
Montgomery AL

High School Diploma -

Mascoutah Community High School
Mascoutah, IL
05.1981

Skills

  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Complex Issues Management
  • Speaking
  • Coordination
  • Installation
  • Safety Guideline Adherence
  • Low and High Voltage
  • Troubleshooting
  • Electrical Equipment Maintenance
  • AC/DC Control Circuitry
  • Order Supplies
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • Task Prioritization
  • Basic Tools
  • Conveyors
  • Replacing Parts
  • Equipment Repair

Timeline

Electrician

Eagle Railcar
07.2022 - Current

Maintenance Lead

Lewis Bakery
11.2008 - 07.2022

Vibration Analyst

Kirby Risk
10.2007 - 10.2008

Maintenance Technician

Gemtron
04.1991 - 10.2007

NCOIC of SCIF

USAF
04.1983 - 11.1991

No Degree - General Studies

Troy State University

High School Diploma -

Mascoutah Community High School

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