Dayton Buhs
Potterville,MI
Summary
A dedicated and disciplined Master Electrician with over 20 years in the trades, 17 years in the electrical field and 12 years of institutional knowledge. Seeking to mentor contribute and grow the Electricity/Electronics and Mechatronics program at KCC.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility 3
Kellogg Community College
04.2013 - Current
- Electrician/ general maintenance on staff at Kellogg Community College 12 years
- Install, maintain, control and program vfd's
- Monitor, maintain and install fire alarm systems
Install and repair Key Card access systems - Work with Powerlink, Powerlogic and Crestron automation systems
- Test and maintain emergency lighting systems such as generators and various battery backup
- Completed Tracer Summit Course for maintaining and controlling Trane Heating and Cooling automation systems
- Communicate with all internal and external customers thru work order system and email.
- Collaborate with outside contractors to complete larger projects
- Coordinating the ordering of supply's
- Worked on committee with KCC students to get grants for LRC LED project, Worked with consumers energy to get fully funded 8000 LED lamps and installed a wide variety of Perkins funded projects.
- Have worked with multiple diverse teams throughout the college inside and outside of my department fostering equity and inclusion at the forefront
- Served on multiple committees
- Employee of the year
- President of the maintenance union
Journeyman Electrician
Hickey Electric
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Worked from the ground up to assemble, install, test and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, fire alarm systems and fixtures using both hand and power tools on larger projects such as build new 80,000 sq ft adult assisted living facilities
- Mentored electrical apprentices advising on proper safety procedures and methods for maximizing productivity, efficiency and quality to help foster a well rounded electrician
- Follow the National Electric code and comply with State and Local building codes
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Adhered to safety protocols and OSHA standards
- Collaborated with other tradespeople and customer to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
Electrical Apprentice
Miars Electric
01.2007 - 03.2012
- Worked under supervision of journeyman/master electrician's to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Worked on many large projects from ground up such as Marshall School addition/remodels, Lake Odessa High School science wing, gymnasium, band room, preforming arts addition, woodshop and auto shop as well as factories and many commercial buildings
- Worked as member of team and individually on a daily basis completing tasks to keep projects on schedule
- Worked on office remodels at Eaton County Governmental Complex ensuring electrical needs for computers and office facilities were met
Painter
Marlyn Co. Decorators
06.2005 - 12.2006
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Responsibilities included detail painting and finishing techniques for both commercial and residential customers
- Duties included painting, assessing job sites for necessary supplies and tools for completion and clean up when job completed
- Worked both independently on small projects and as part of team on larger commercial projects
- Received training on special application projects such as bathtub refinishing and epoxy finishes
Education
Completed The Four Year Educational Program That C
Associated Builders And Contractors
Lansing, MI01-2011
HVAC
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI01-2006
High School Diploma -
Charlotte High School
Charlotte Mi01-2006
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Work with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Utility 3
Kellogg Community College
04.2013 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
Hickey Electric
04.2012 - 04.2013
Electrical Apprentice
Miars Electric
01.2007 - 03.2012
Painter
Marlyn Co. Decorators
06.2005 - 12.2006
Completed The Four Year Educational Program That C
Associated Builders And Contractors
HVAC
Lansing Community College
High School Diploma -
Charlotte High School
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