Eric Pina
Belvidere,IL
Summary
Mechanically-inclined Substation Foreman with 5 years of experience testing 24.5Kv-765Kv electrical circuits and equipment to verify proper functioning. Accurate and hardworking individual comfortable with exposure to hazardous conditions and distracting sounds and noise levels. In-depth knowledge of power generation and transmission operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman/Journeyman Substation Technician
MP Systems Inc
East Troy, WI
11.2022 - Current
- Installation, connection, and service of substation transformers and circuit breakers for maintenance and new construction
- Participate in and perform routine safety audits; in addition to ensuring housekeeping, storage, and work practices are adhered to
- Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters.
Journeyman Substation Electrician
Mj Electric
Iron Mountain, MI
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
- Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters.
- Disconnected voltage regulators, bolts and screws to connect replacement regulators to high voltage lines.
- Constructed, tested and maintained substation relay and control systems.
Journeyman Substation Technician
Kent Power Incorporated
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Construction of protective grounding grid for electrical systems, controls, cabinets, transformers, control house, fences, and steel structures
- Planned and laid out work from blueprints, diagram, and/or utility specification sheets
- Installed, connected, and serviced substation transformers and circuit breakers for maintenance and new construction.
Supervisor/Maintenance Mechanic
Champion Packaging and Distribution
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Monitored employee productivity and provided constructive feedback and coaching
- Troubleshooted and repaired electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic problems on all production machinery
- Made necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
Truck Driver
Reconserve of Illinois
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times, and alternate routes
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist
- Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.
Over the road Truck Driver
MDJ Trucking Inc.
12.2015 - 07.2016
- Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load
- Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Lineman Climbing
Dawson Technical Institute
Chicago, ILAssociate of Applied Science - Electronics Equipment Installation And Repair
Lincoln College of Technology
Melrose Park, IL10.2010
Skills
- Terminating Cables
- Personnel Protection
- Transformer Installation
- Technical Diagrams
- Heavy Labor
- New Installations
- Electrical Installations
- National Electric Code Understanding
- Electrical Distribution Systems
- Substation Expertise
- Switch Orders
- Blueprints Analysis
Timeline
Foreman/Journeyman Substation Technician
MP Systems Inc
11.2022 - Current
Journeyman Substation Electrician
Mj Electric
08.2021 - 11.2022
Journeyman Substation Technician
Kent Power Incorporated
03.2018 - 08.2021
Supervisor/Maintenance Mechanic
Champion Packaging and Distribution
10.2017 - 03.2018
Truck Driver
Reconserve of Illinois
08.2016 - 04.2017
Over the road Truck Driver
MDJ Trucking Inc.
12.2015 - 07.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Lineman Climbing
Dawson Technical Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Equipment Installation And Repair
Lincoln College of Technology