Dillan Boone

(931) 525-2110

Reference: Chris Henderson

Power Distribution / Electrical Maintenance

• Maintain plant electrical power distribution systems as a member of the Power Distribution Crew, supporting reliable operation of critical electrical equipment and distribution systems. Perform electrical maintenance, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, switching operations, and shutdown activities while following established plant procedures, electrical safety practices, and PPE requirements.
• Read and interpret electrical prints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and project documentation to understand circuit routing, equipment functionality, and control logic. Use electrical documentation to trace circuits, identify conductors and components, verify installations, troubleshoot faults, and determine the proper sequence of electrical work.
• Perform point-to-point checks on newly installed and modified electrical systems to verify field wiring matches electrical prints, schematics, wire numbers, and wire tags. Identify wiring discrepancies before energization and assist with correcting installation issues to ensure circuits are properly configured and ready for testing and commissioning.
• Support DNR projects involving the identification, lifting, removal, relocation, and installation of electrical conductors. Positively identify circuits using electrical prints, schematics, wire numbers, and wire tags before work begins. Verify equipment and circuit identification and use a Fluke 787 multimeter to confirm absence of voltage before working on de-energized conductors.
• Perform electrical work in BFI cabinets, relay cabinets, and MCC buckets during plant modification, installation, commissioning, and maintenance projects. Assist with lifting existing wiring and installing new conductors while maintaining proper circuit identification and configuration. Verify completed installations against electrical documentation prior to energization and return to service.
• Troubleshoot faulty relays, BFIs, and associated electrical control circuitry using electrical prints, circuit tracing, and a Fluke 787 multimeter. Perform voltage and continuity checks to identify abnormal conditions, isolate faults, and determine potential sources of interference. Work with DCS personnel when troubleshooting requires interaction between field electrical equipment and the plant control system.
• Troubleshoot motor control circuits and motors using a Fluke 787 multimeter to verify voltage through switching circuits, confirm incoming motor voltage, and test fuse continuity. Test motor winding resistance to determine whether windings are balanced and identify potential shorts to ground. Use electrical test results to isolate faults and determine whether problems originate within the motor, control circuit, fusing, or associated electrical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on plant building electrical systems, including lighting and receptacle circuits. Troubleshoot electrical faults using appropriate test equipment, identify defective components, and complete repairs or replacements to restore reliable operation. Maintain and upgrade lighting systems by replacing or bypassing ballasts when appropriate and installing LED fixtures.

High-Voltage Power Distribution & Shutdowns

• Execute electrical shutdowns involving 13kV/14kV distribution equipment, transformers, switchgear, and other critical plant electrical systems using established switching orders. Safely isolate equipment being serviced while maintaining power to unaffected areas of the plant and minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
• Perform switching operations in accordance with established switching orders and electrical safety procedures. Operate 14kV pole switches and switchgear to safely isolate, transfer, and restore electrical power while maintaining service to critical areas that remain in operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on high-voltage switching equipment, including cleaning and lubricating moving components and switch stabs to maintain proper mechanical operation and equipment reliability.
• Perform preventive maintenance on 13kV/14kV transformers, switchgear, and associated distribution equipment. Apply temporary grounds to bus bars, cables, transformer connections, bare aerials, and switchgear using a hot stick (shotgun) when required to establish safe working conditions.
• Execute 13kV shutdowns using required 100-calorie arc-flash PPE and 2.3kV and 480V shutdowns using required 50-calorie arc-flash PPE. Follow established switching orders, isolation procedures, and electrical safety requirements throughout shutdown and restoration activities.

Electrical Safety & Isolation

• Maintain and execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities to prevent unintended energization. Verify equipment identification, isolation, and zero-energy conditions before work begins. Maintain personal locks throughout the work process and verify personnel, tools, and work areas are clear before equipment is returned to service.
• Verify absence of voltage before beginning work using Klein or Amprobe proximity voltage testers mounted on a fiberglass-insulated pole. Perform required live-dead-live verification to confirm proper operation of test equipment and verify equipment is de-energized before proceeding with electrical work.
• Install protective grounds using a hot stick (shotgun) when work involves contact with bus bars, cables, transformer connections, bare aerials, or other high-voltage conductors. Establish appropriate grounding points to provide a safe path to ground and reduce electrical hazards during maintenance activities.
• Perform high-voltage switching and other elevated-risk electrical work while utilizing required arc-flash PPE and established electrical safety procedures. Maintain required approach distances, electrical boundaries, grounding requirements, and equipment clearances throughout switching and maintenance activities.
• Establish controlled work areas during 14kV switch station switching operations by installing appropriate barricades and restricting access to designated electrical work zones. Maintain required approach distances and electrical safety boundaries while operating high-voltage switching equipment, keeping personnel outside established hazard areas throughout the switching sequence.

Preventive Maintenance & Reliability

• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections on electrical equipment and distribution systems to identify developing problems before they result in equipment failures or operational interruptions. Investigate abnormal conditions, identify defective components, and complete necessary repairs or replacements to maintain equipment reliability.
• Apply electrical troubleshooting and testing techniques to identify faults before replacing components, helping prevent unnecessary equipment replacement and improving the efficiency and accuracy of electrical repairs.
• Work with plant operations and other trades during electrical maintenance activities to safely execute equipment outages, electrical isolations, and work activities while minimizing interference with other plant operations.

Shutdown & Emergency Support

• Work extended hours, weekends, and multiple consecutive shifts during major plant shutdowns to support critical electrical maintenance, power distribution, and project activities. Remain flexible to changing shutdown requirements while maintaining safety, quality, and proper execution of assigned work.
• Respond to time-sensitive electrical maintenance requirements and support emergency repairs, equipment outages, troubleshooting activities, and restoration of electrical systems as needed.

(931) 206-3686

Owner: Matthew Richardson

Electrical Installation & Construction

• Performed residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations from initial layout and rough-in through final termination, testing, and completion. Installed electrical systems in accordance with electrical prints, project specifications, applicable NEC and state electrical codes, and established safety requirements.
• Installed and assembled electrical conduit for a variety of applications, including measuring, cutting, fitting, and routing conduit to establish protected pathways for electrical conductors while maintaining proper layout, support, and accessibility.
• Pulled, routed, dressed, and terminated electrical conductors through conduit systems, working with various conductor sizes and configurations. Terminated conductors at panels, disconnects, equipment, and other electrical devices while maintaining proper conductor identification and connection practices.
• Installed and terminated electrical panels, disconnects, branch circuits, feeders, and service equipment for single-phase and three-phase systems. Installed service conductors from meter bases to distribution panels to provide reliable power distribution throughout residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.
• Installed grounding and bonding systems in accordance with applicable NEC requirements and verified proper connections as part of electrical installation, testing, and inspection preparation.
• Installed emergency lighting, safety systems, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, and battery systems as part of commercial and industrial electrical projects.

Electrical Service & Troubleshooting

• Operated a service truck independently to respond to electrical service calls, diagnose system failures, perform repairs, and restore electrical equipment and circuits to proper operating condition.
• Troubleshot electrical systems using systematic testing, electrical prints, circuit tracing, and a Fluke multimeter. Performed AC/DC voltage, resistance, and continuity testing to identify open circuits, short circuits, improper connections, loss of power, and defective components.
• Diagnosed electrical systems and equipment that had become concealed during construction using electrical prints, circuit tracing, proximity voltage testers, and multimeters. Identified existing circuits and equipment connections and determined safe methods for modifications, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Performed corrective repairs and electrical modifications based on troubleshooting findings. Replaced defective components and corrected wiring and connection issues to restore reliable system operation.

Electrical Prints, Code & Quality

• Read and interpreted electrical prints, plans, schematics, and project documentation to determine circuit layouts, equipment locations, conduit routing, wiring methods, and installation requirements.
• Used electrical drawings throughout installation, troubleshooting, and inspection activities to verify circuit routing, conductor identification, equipment connections, and completed work. Identified discrepancies between field installations and project documentation and corrected issues prior to completion or energization.
• Applied applicable NEC and state electrical code requirements during electrical installations and modifications. Prepared completed work for inspection and corrected identified deficiencies to ensure compliance with electrical and safety requirements.

Project & Field Responsibilities

• Led numerous commercial and residential electrical projects from initiation through completion, managing assigned work to meet project schedules, maintain quality standards, and complete projects efficiently and within established budgets.
• Worked directly with local utility companies during electrical installations and service work, following required utility procedures and maintaining safe working conditions during service-related activities.
• Worked alongside general contractors, subcontractors, and other skilled trades to coordinate electrical installations with other phases of construction. Communicated electrical requirements, identified potential conflicts, and adjusted work activities to prevent delays and reduce installation errors.
• Worked independently in the field while also supporting larger electrical crews depending on project requirements. Adapted to changing job conditions and priorities while maintaining productivity, workmanship, and safety.

Safety & Workforce Development

• Identified and corrected electrical and jobsite safety hazards to reduce risk to employees, contractors, equipment, and the public. Maintained controlled work areas and followed established electrical safety practices during installation, troubleshooting, and service activities.
• Operated scissor lifts and boom lifts to safely access elevated work areas for electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and termination activities.
• Trained and assisted less-experienced electrical workers with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment and fixtures. Provided hands-on instruction regarding proper installation methods, electrical safety practices, and use of electrical test equipment.
• Maintained a strong focus on quality and first-time completion by verifying installations, testing circuits, following applicable code requirements, and addressing deficiencies before equipment was placed into service.

(931) 627-4707

Owner: Dakota Shortt

Equipment Operation & Aerial Work

• Operated bucket trucks and heavy equipment to safely and efficiently perform aerial vegetation management and utility-support operations. Positioned equipment to provide safe access to elevated work areas while maintaining productivity and completing assigned work within required timeframes.
• Performed work around overhead electrical distribution systems, maintaining required clearances and following established safety procedures when operating equipment near energized electrical lines.
• Conducted pre-operation inspections and routine safety checks of bucket trucks and heavy equipment to identify potential mechanical or operational issues before beginning work.

Utility & Storm Response

• Coordinated with local utility companies to verify electrical outages and confirm de-energization of affected power lines before performing vegetation removal near aerial electrical systems.
• Worked closely with ground crews and cutting crews to coordinate equipment positioning, work areas, and material removal while maintaining safe working conditions and efficient job-site operations.
• Supported storm-response operations, including overnight and extended-hour work, assisting storm crews with restoring electrical service following outages. Worked in changing and time-sensitive conditions while maintaining safety and productivity requirements.

Safety & Teamwork

• Followed OSHA safety requirements and company procedures while working around heavy equipment, elevated work areas, and overhead electrical distribution systems. Properly utilized required PPE and maintained awareness of changing job-site hazards.
• Worked as part of a coordinated field crew, communicating with equipment operators, ground personnel, cutting crews, and utility representatives to safely complete work around electrical infrastructure.
• Maintained a strong focus on hazard identification, equipment safety, and communication when performing work in environments involving overhead electrical lines, heavy equipment, and changing field conditions.