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David Knudson

Thayer,IL

Summary

Mechanically-inclined relay technician with 25 years of experience testing electrical circuits and equipment to verify proper functioning. Accurate and hardworking individual comfortable with exposure to hazardous conditions and distracting sounds and noise levels. In-depth knowledge of power generation and transmission operations. Decisive Forman possessing excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving and recordkeeping skills. Offering 25 years of experience inspecting and testing equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters. Adaptable individual proficient in job-related analytical and scientific software. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Relay Technician Forman

City Water Light & Power
Springfield, IL
07.1997 - Current
  • Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeter.
  • Prepared and maintained records detailing tests, repairs and maintenance
  • Opened and closed switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or repairs.
  • Constructed, tested and maintained substation relay and control systems .
  • Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

Electrical Industry Certificate - Electrician

Apprentice For Electrical Industry IBEW Local 193
Springfield, IL
08.2001

Associate of Science - Industrial Electronics Technology

Irl C. Martin Academy of Industrial Science
Fort Collins, CO
08.1985

Skills

  • Testing Devices
  • Safe Work Methods
  • Analytical Testing
  • Wiring Layouts
  • AutoDesk AutoCad
  • Low and High Voltage
  • Troubleshooting Issues

Timeline

Relay Technician Forman

City Water Light & Power
07.1997 - Current

Electrical Industry Certificate - Electrician

Apprentice For Electrical Industry IBEW Local 193

Associate of Science - Industrial Electronics Technology

Irl C. Martin Academy of Industrial Science
David Knudson