Eric Youngman
Killen,AL
Summary
Results-driven Electrical Maintenance Supervisor with expertise in electrical troubleshooting, schedule management, and contractor supervision. Proven ability to enhance team performance and optimize equipment reliability, contributing to reduced downtime and improved safety compliance. Also nuclear unescorted access & REP qualified.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Temporary Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
TVA
Browns Ferry Nuclear
07.2023 - Current
- Supervised electrical maintenance teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Managed preventive maintenance schedules for high voltage equipment, optimizing performance and reliability.
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs on electrical systems, improving uptime and reducing outages.
- Developed training programs for staff on electrical safety and equipment operation, enhancing team competency.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades, increasing efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement initiatives across operations.
- Oversaw inventory management of electrical components, streamlining procurement processes and reducing costs.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to align maintenance goals with organizational objectives, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently troubleshooting and repairing electrical faults in a timely manner.
- Provided mentorship to junior technicians, fostering professional growth within the department.
- Managed a team of electricians, ensuring proper scheduling, training, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated shutdown maintenance activities to minimize disruption while maximizing equipment availability upon completion.
- Implemented inventory control measures to maintain adequate stock levels of critical spare parts, reducing delays in repairs.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments by effectively communicating project statuses and resource requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices through participation in conferences, seminars, and workshops related to electrical maintenance supervision.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
- Supervised LCO & Outages
Electrical Maintenance Foreman
TVA
Browns Ferry Nuclear
03.2015 - 07.2023
- Managed maintenance team activities, ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations and operational excellence.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and enhance reliability.
- Trained staff on proper use of maintenance tools and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Implemented process improvements that increased workflow efficiency and reduced repair times for essential systems.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing mentorship to junior technicians and promoting professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other departments, working together to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by allocating resources appropriately based on priority levels.
- Reduced downtime with thorough troubleshooting and timely repair of machinery malfunctions.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance department by promoting best practices.
- Managed a team of technicians, ensuring proper training and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback to encourage professional growth within the department.
- Conducted regular staff meetings, fostering open communication among team members for improved performance.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Supervised employees and scheduled shifts.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing and maintaining new equipment for projects.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
Maintenance Electrician
TVA
Browns Ferry
07.2011 - 03.2015
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex electrical issues, enhancing system reliability.
- Led training sessions for junior electricians, fostering skill development and safety awareness.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances.
- Safely installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors in addition to testing systems to enhance power flow.
- Maintained a strong commitment to safety protocols while working with high-voltage systems; significantly reduced risk of accidents or injuries.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 558
Sheffield, AL
05.2005 - 07.2011
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure accurate installations.
- Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and systems.
- Collaborated with contractors to coordinate project timelines and resource allocation.
- Trained apprentices on best practices, safety protocols, and technical skills.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal productivity during electrical tasks.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
- Completed challenging assignments on time by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrician
IBEW-NJATC Apprenticeship
Sheffield, AL05-2005
High School Diploma -
Brooks High School
Killen, AL05-1998
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical safety
- Contractor supervision
- Electrical equipment repair
- Low-voltage systems
- Control systems
- Device testing including MOV testing
- Diagram reading
- Generator maintenance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Leadership skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Decision-making
- Schedule management
Certification
- REP/OSC Qualified[TVA]
- LEAD Program [TVA]
Timeline
Temporary Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
TVA
07.2023 - Current
Electrical Maintenance Foreman
TVA
03.2015 - 07.2023
Maintenance Electrician
TVA
07.2011 - 03.2015
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 558
05.2005 - 07.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Electrician
IBEW-NJATC Apprenticeship
High School Diploma -
Brooks High School