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Overview
Work History
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Certification
CREDENTIALS
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Elston Copeland

Suffolk,VA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. With a strong background installing, maintaining and repairing systems and components. Maintains equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and corrections. Dedicated to quality and always professional.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Technician

Poe Enterprises
Norfolk, VA
10.2023 - Current
  • Installed, tested and maintained low voltage systems such as fire alarms, CCTV, access control and audio and visual equipment.
  • Performed termination of cables including Cat5E, Cat6 and coaxial cables for various systems.
  • Troubleshot electrical circuits in order to identify the root cause of system malfunctions.
  • Completed daily reports on tasks performed during service visits.
  • Provided technical support to customers regarding their low voltage systems.
  • Conducted site surveys to determine customer requirements.
  • Developed test plans and documented results prior to system installation or repair work.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed at each job site.
  • Installed conduit piping, junction boxes and other related components for data cabling installations.
  • Created wiring diagrams for new installations or modifications to existing systems.
  • Repaired damaged wires or cable assemblies within a variety of electrical enclosures.
  • Resolved complex technical issues with minimal supervision from senior technicians.
  • Utilized effective troubleshooting methods, removed malfunctioning components and identified wiring issues to restore systems to working order.
  • Maintained detailed logs of installation, repair and updating services.
  • Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
  • Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments.
  • Monitored the performance of computer networks, servers, and other related equipment.
  • Created detailed reports summarizing all installation activities.
  • Assisted junior technicians in resolving complex technical problems.

Low Voltage Technician

Tek One Solutions
Norfolk, VA
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Installed, tested and maintained low voltage systems such as fire alarms, CCTV, access control and audio and visual equipment.
  • Performed termination of cables including Cat5E, Cat6 and coaxial cables for various systems.
  • Installed conduit piping, junction boxes and other related components for data cabling installations.
  • Utilized effective troubleshooting methods, removed malfunctioning components and identified wiring issues to restore systems to working order.
  • Assessed project blueprints and drawings to assess project scope and required materials.

Electrician

Hampton Roads Connect Partners
Norfolk, VA
06.2021 - 04.2023
  • Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
  • Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
  • Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
  • Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
  • Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Installed cables, conductors and wire trays and completed necessary hook-ups for primary power lines.

Deck Electrician

Ctr Group
Newport News, VA
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Installed wiring for lighting fixtures, receptacles, switches, circuit breakers, transformers, motors, and other electrical equipment.
  • Read blueprints and schematics to determine the most efficient installation of wiring in a structure.
  • Ran conduit through walls or ceilings for the installation of new electrical wires.

Deck Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News, VA
03.2011 - 06.2018
  • Install cabling and electrical equipment in Lab Array, Chin Array, Sail Array, Sections One and Nine
  • Use basic hand tools and air tools
  • Read drawings
  • Use various meters
  • Inspect electrical equipment installations
  • Stick Weld

Education

GED -

Richmond Public Schools
Richmond, VA
06-2009

Skills

  • Electrical Work
  • Installations And Upgrades
  • Installation And Repair
  • Work With Minimal Supervision
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Work Documentation
  • Written And Verbal Communication
  • Fire And Security Alarm Installations
  • Cable Testing
  • Circuit Testing
  • Fiber Optic Installation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Components and Parts Replacement
  • Time management abilities
  • Reliability

Certification

  • DCJS

CREDENTIALS

  • Able to obtain DBIDS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Technician

Poe Enterprises
10.2023 - Current

Low Voltage Technician

Tek One Solutions
04.2023 - 10.2023

Deck Electrician

Ctr Group
02.2023 - 04.2023

Electrician

Hampton Roads Connect Partners
06.2021 - 04.2023

Deck Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
03.2011 - 06.2018

GED -

Richmond Public Schools

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