David Sims Jr
Electrician
Woodstock,Illinois(IL)
Summary
I came to the district after 13 years of working in the trades. WPS60 was a customer of mine. I was recruited by one of the district electricians to join the wps60 team.
After joining the maintenance department in 2012, I quickly went right to servicing the schools on my own. I work on every low voltage system here in every building the district has. I pride myself on not needing to hire contractors to do work in my job description.
After 6 years, I was recruited to represent SEIU. I took on this role because I have pride in what I do and what we represent. I later took on the role of Chief Steward. I took this on to improve the services that SEIU members could provide the district. I also took this role on to make sure our CBA was being honored by both parties of the agreement. I take pride in the WPS60 custodial maintenance staff. I have already demonstrated that I will do what it takes to improve the service the department provides to the district.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cheif Union Steward SEIU Local 73
SEIU Local 73
Chicago, IL
08.2018 - Current
- Interpreted and advised on labor relations policies and previously negotiated agreements.
- Mediated discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
- Oversaw investigations into discrimination, sexual harassment or other workplace claims.
- Completed in-depth investigations into issues pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies.
- Negotiated collective bargaining agreements.
- Assessed impact of union proposals on company operations.
- Educated members on contract procedures, administration and interpretation.
- Worked closely with management and the Director of Operations to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Low Voltage Electrician
Wps60.org
Waukegan, IL
11.2012 - Current
- Maintained fire alarm and security systems by trimming and installing wires.
- installation and maintaining of intercom systems
- installation and maintaining of card access systems
- Installed and wired control panels and boards
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and components based on specifications and applicable code.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and multimeters.
- Coordinated with other trades and contractors to facilitate layout of low voltage system installs
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring components and also lighting fixtures in ceilings and on roofs.
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
Telecommunications Installer Technician
Pro Com Systems
Rockford, IL
02.2000 - 11.2012
- Supervised installations of Fire alarm, burglar, voice/data, intercom, cctv systems Installed Fire alarm, burglar, voice/data, intercom, cctv systems
- Installed Fire alarm, burglar, voice/data, intercom, cctv systems
- Trained customers on use of their new systems we installed
- Estimated additional work add the jobs for the shop to provide a quote
- Trained new apprentices
- Attended training classes
- Determined manpower needed and scheduled the manpower on the jobs I ran
- Maintained high level of safety when using hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing and drilling of various types of installations.
- Followed all company guidelines regarding safety procedures when out in field.
Education
Telecommunications Installer/technician - Low Voltage Systems
IBEW Local 117
Crystal Lake, IL 11.1999 - 06.2002
Associate of Science - Accounting
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL 01.1994 - 05.1996
High School Diploma -
Mchenry High School
McHenry 08.1989 - 06.1993
Skills
Teamwork
Adaptability
Written Communication
Good listening skills
Collaboration
Communication
Organized
Pride
Timeline
Cheif Union Steward SEIU Local 73
SEIU Local 73
08.2018 - Current
Low Voltage Electrician
Wps60.org
11.2012 - Current
Telecommunications Installer Technician
Pro Com Systems
02.2000 - 11.2012
Telecommunications Installer/technician - Low Voltage Systems
IBEW Local 117
11.1999 - 06.2002
Associate of Science - Accounting
McHenry County College
01.1994 - 05.1996
High School Diploma -
Mchenry High School
08.1989 - 06.1993