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Eric Rice

Ocean Springs,MS.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
Pascagoula, MS
11.2016 - Current
  • Tested the continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using [Type], [Type] and [Type] testing devices.
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
  • Ensured that electrical crew members were properly licensed and followed all safety procedures.
  • Used [Type] and [Type] hand tools to install wires and electrical components during construction. 
  • Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels. 
  • Adhered to the US Occupational Health and Safety Administration mandates requiring the use of gloves and insulating blankets for installation of high-voltage equipment.
  • Hired and oversaw subcontractors covering disciplines such as electrical and plumbing installation.
  • Collaborated with [teams/departments] to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization operations.
  • Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner.
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently.
  • Aided crews in joining, wrapping and sealing sections of pipe.
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks.
  • Picked orders from inventory locations.
  • Maintained positive relationships with all customers.
  • Informed supervisors when machines needed major service.
  • Reviewed plans from architects and consulted with clients to gain a deep understanding of project plan and objectives.
  • Set up station by receiving picking and packing order and gathering packing materials.
  • Filled chipped, cracked and broken bricks and tiles with adhesives and grouting materials to correct surface imperfections.
  • Mixed porridge of catch basins and poured and sawed off concrete and asphalt.
  • Sprayed walls with waterproof compound.
  • Ensured proper installations through accurate reading of blueprints.
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
  • Monitored inventory and reported items to be restocked for each job.
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
  • Requisitioned new supplies and equipment.
  • Tracked income, labor and expenses via [Software] spreadsheets, and generated weekly reports.
  • Remodeled city buildings and grounds to increase efficiencies.
  • Packed one line efficiently and accurately in accordance with guidelines and schematics.
  • Used schematic diagrams to plan work.
  • Welded metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding diagram, or work order.
  • Accurately completed service reports and warranty forms.

Lead

Huntington Ingalls Industries
Pascagoula, MS
02.2014 - Current
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Reviewed processing schedules and production orders concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
  • Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts.
  • Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees.
  • Assisted machine operators with finished pieces.
  • Trained staff of 10 direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of product.
  • Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
  • Employed different welding techniques to assemble parts and components.
  • Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work.
  • Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
  • Responsible for achieving production requirements.
  • Set up and verified the functionality of safety equipment.
  • Configured any human and material resources needed.
  • Oversaw the production process and managed the production schedule.
  • Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed.
  • Coordinated and supervised assembly work for couplers and rolling assembly crews.
  • Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
  • Kept work areas clean and neat.
  • Estimated costs and set quality standards.
  • Supervised and motivated staff and management.
  • Responsible for the selection and maintenance of equipment.
  • Read and followed standard operating procedures.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity.

Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
Pascagoula, MS
11.2007 - Current
  • Interpreted and validated technical issues, test solutions, follow-up and escalate when necessary.
  • Used Arc and TIG methods to weld flat, cylindrical and irregular electrical connector-related parts.
  • Worked collaboratively with clients, team members, implementation consultants, and resources across the company to achieve desired results.
  • Maintained and tested fire alarm systems.
  • Recorded the respective measurements for each project.
  • Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies.
  • Contacted new and existing customers to discuss their needs, and to explain how these needs could be met by specific products and services.
  • Owned and addressed client needs and product issues from inception to resolution.
  • Maintained a working area that was clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies.
  • Tested equipment tools such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and test lamps.
  • Consulted with the supervisor electrician regarding the likely risks associated with the assigned job.
  • Fabricated specific electrical component parts and assemblies.
  • Emphasized product features based on analyses of customers' needs, and on technical knowledge of product capabilities and limitations
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
  • Updated service record files on equipment drawings and history.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of the project requirements.
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
  • Planned motor starter and control installations using codes and specs.
  • Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
  • Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters.
  • Operated systems such as Andover Energy Management Systems and computers.
  • Completed an average of [Number] repairs per [Time period].
  • Maintained detailed documentation through logging of support cases, e-mail and knowledge base articles for client and internal use.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters.
  • Provided high level and in depth technical support by resolving inquiries by phone, e-mail and web, in a manner and time frame consistent with department and team service levels and goals.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of arc flash ratings and standards.
  • Selected the correct products or assist customers in making product selections, based on customers' needs, product specifications, and applicable regulations.

Apprentice Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
Pascagoula, MS
11.2006 - Current
  • Inspected wiring to evaluate issues and identify short circuits.
  • Used hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
  • Reviewed electrical schematics and plans and followed according to specifications.
  • Promoted commitment to safety standards and OSHA requirements
  • Assisted with electrical installations, including lighting and smoke detectors.
  • Collaborated in a team environment to accomplish projects.
  • Transported equipment and workers between job sites using company vehicles.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Maintained work areas in a clean, neat and organized fashion.
  • Gathered parts supplies and tools in preparation for each workday or new job.
  • Installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of safety protocols and industry best practices.
  • Repaired existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts.
  • Followed direction of senior electrical professionals to complete tasks in a safe, accurate and efficient manner.
  • Measured and cut required supplies such as wire and conduit.
  • Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
  • Adhered to work site safety protocols and reported potential hazards.
  • Adhered to all relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
  • Configured equipment and optimized performance.
  • Picked orders from inventory locations.
  • Ensured timely response in picking and packing of reorders.
  • Provided outstanding customer service.
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Removed damaged tile, brick and mortar.
  • Performed daily department Layered Process Audits to ensure proactive control over the automobile manufacturing process.
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes.
  • Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety.
  • Graded and maintained railroad right-of-ways and assisted in laying ties and rails.
  • Met production goals by maintaining cost effective levels of spare parts inventory.
  • Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas.
  • Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair.
  • Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders.
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
  • Packed one line efficiently and accurately in accordance with guidelines and schematics.
  • Accurately estimated time and materials costs for projects.
  • Maintained documentation for areas such as orders, activities, schedules and employee performance.
  • Assessed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations.
  • Installed waterworks, locks and dams.
  • Requisitioned new supplies and equipment.
  • Ensured proper installations through accurate reading of blueprints.
  • Unpacked and assembled all new merchandise using variety of power tools.
  • Operated equipment such as [Machine type] and [Machine type].
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
  • Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks.
  • Applied caulk, sealants and other agents to installed surfaces.
  • Filled chipped, cracked and broken bricks and tiles with adhesives and grouting materials to correct surface imperfections.
  • Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors.

Manager

Air & More
Granit City, IL
07.2004 - 08.2005
  • Scheduled and assigned daily work and activities for [Job titles].
  • Strengthened existing customer relationships through extensive communication and proven marketing strategies.
  • Described [Product or Service] to customers and accurately explained details and care of merchandise.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special orders.
  • Manage up to [Number] calls and up to [Number] scheduled appointments daily to gather information to initiate the claims process.
  • Alerted customers to upcoming sales events and promotions.
  • Responded to all customer inquiries thoroughly and professionally.
  • Determined the proper course of action for claims processing.
  • Worked with the management team to implement the proper division of responsibilities.
  • Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register.
  • Preserved a perfect attendance record for [Number] months.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
  • Managed wide variety of customer service and administrative tasks to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.
  • Provided ongoing guest service, including [Product or Service] advice.
  • Assisted customers promptly and politely, in person and via telephone.
  • Followed up with over [Number] customers each week to verify that they were satisfied with purchases.
  • Processed cash and credit payments rapidly and accurately.
  • Acquired average of [Number] new customers per month, generating [Number]% growth in revenue.

Repair Tech

Air & More
Granite City, IL
06.1994 - 08.2005
  • Implemented preventative maintenance measures.
  • Estimated costs to perform specific repair work.
  • Maintained inventory of repair supplies.
  • Accurately installed equipment, including [Equipment Name] and [Equipment Name].
  • Informed supervisors when machines needed major service.
  • Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.
  • Ensured timely response in picking and packing of reorders.
  • Ensured proper installations through accurate reading of blueprints.
  • Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Granite City Hig School
Granite City, IL

Timeline

Foreman Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
11.2016 - Current

Lead

Huntington Ingalls Industries
02.2014 - Current

Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
11.2007 - Current

Apprentice Electrician

Huntington Ingalls Industries
11.2006 - Current

Manager

Air & More
07.2004 - 08.2005

Repair Tech

Air & More
06.1994 - 08.2005

High School Diploma - undefined

Granite City Hig School
Eric Rice