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, VA06-2009
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
- DCJS
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