JUSTIN WILSON
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Experienced First Responder offers more than 15 years of combining physical stamina and organizational skills to keep projects running smoothly. Natural leader oversees planned work environments and meet safety. Superior problem-solving and multi-tasking skills. Detail-oriented approach to handling complicated scheduling and time management considerations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
O&M Technician
Duke Energy/Piedmont Gas
Charlotte , NC
2023.04 - Current
- Performed daily inspections of equipment and systems to ensure they were running efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of all operations and maintenance activities.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems in order to identify the best solutions for repair or replacement of parts.
- Troubleshot, repaired, and replaced defective components on a variety of industrial machinery.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures to extend the life of various machines and equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency requests from customers or other personnel within the organization.
- Provided technical support to other departments as needed regarding O&M issues.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during all O&M activities.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Inspected equipment daily to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers., when needed.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Performed visual inspections of pipes and pipe fittings for defects.
- Dismantled and reassembled pipe systems while ensuring proper fit-up and alignment.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during installation activities.
- Monitored the performance of existing piping systems to detect malfunctions or potential issues.
- Cleaned equipment using appropriate cleaning agents to prevent corrosion damage.
- Ran diagnostics tests on pipelines to determine pressure levels and flow rates.
- Inspected pipeline joints for leaks or other signs of damage.
- Learned how to complete semi-skilled work like laying new pipe and connecting fittings.
First Responder
New Jersey Natural Gas
Wall Township , NJ
2016.12 - 2022.07
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
- Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
- Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
- Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Repaired malfunctions, reassembled items and performed final tests.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Checked meters for issues and reported findings to customers and supervisors daily.
- Supported activities to maintain equipment in reliable condition.
- Examined meters for inaccuracies based past information and kept detailed track of information.
- Reported hazardous or unreadable meters to supervisor to resolve issues.
- Monitored areas around gas lines equipment and reported issues to prevent safety accidents.
- Responded to customer questions regarding meter readings and deescalated situations with professionalism and calmness.
- Participated in departmental safety meetings and attended awareness training offered to employees.
- Assessed meters for cracks and other issues, repairing problems on spot and testing repairs for proper functionality.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations with customers.
- Inspected work areas to identify actual and potential natural gas hazards surrounding industrial work.
- Order materials, supplies and equipment from store room.
- Cleaned and maintained field equipment and machinery parts.
- Located natural gas lines and facilities, completes natural gas emergency response procedures and leak investigation.
- Repair third party damaged to service lines.
- Completes paperwork for mixed meters and other aspects of the job which need to be documented.
- Developing corrective actions for problems that exist.
- trained numerous employees.
Construction Worker
New Jersey Natural Gas
Wall Township , NJ
2012.12 - 2016.12
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
- Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
- Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.
- Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment and gather important materials.
- Maintained baseline safety knowledge to improve deficient areas and meet code.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Measured and cut pipe to connect feeder lines and equipment to appliances.
- Maintained part inventory for on-site installation, maintenance and repair of service and main lines.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Maximized passenger satisfaction by maintaining vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- completing pipe, meter and regulator maintenance activities.
- Completed ongoing regulation training and participated in site expectation meetings before new projects.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Monitored tool and equipment use to verify conformance with OSHA standards.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Presented clean and sanitized vehicle to customers for utmost satisfaction.
- Utilized pressure gauges and leak detectors to inspect pipelines for leaks.
- Adhered to reporting standards for safety issues.
- Arranged construction materials according to project needs.
- Measured and marked right-of-way for pipeline ditches with tape measures and paint.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Cleaned feeder pipes with scrapers and steel brushes.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Conveyed instructions to equipment operators for smooth operations.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Preserved integrity of pipelines by digging trenches for new installation or repairing existing lines.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Emergency call outs worked in a timely manner.
Construction & Restoration
New Jersey Natural Gas
Wall Township , NJ
2008.12 - 2012.12
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment and gather important materials.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
Meter Reader
New Jersey Natural Gas
Wall Township , NJ
2006.12 - 2008.12
- Examined meters for inaccuracies based past information and kept detailed track of information.
- Transferred daily collected data into CAD system on company computer.
- Gathered and evaluated data for validity, accuracy and completeness.
- Reported hazardous or unreadable meters to supervisor to resolve issues.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Responded to customer questions regarding meter readings and deescalated situations with professionalism and calmness.
- Checked meters for issues and reported findings to customers and supervisors daily.
- Participated in departmental safety meetings and attended awareness training offered to employees.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Neptune High School
Neptune City, NJ06.2001
Skills
- Hand and Power Tools
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Verbal Communication
- Heavy Lifting
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Code Compliance
- Worksite Safety and Maintenance
- Superior Work Ethic
- Safety-First Mentality
- Punctual and Dependable
- Team Player
- Site Preparation
- Conflict Resolution
- CAD Software
- Incident Reporting
- Installation and Finishing
- Equipment Inspection
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Team Coordination and Oversight
- Meter examination
- Emergency response procedures
- Data recording accuracy
- Facilities Maintenance
Certification
- New Jersey Natural Gas company four year Training - 2008-2012
- Certified Operator Qualified distribution mechanic/first responder , New Jersey Natural Gas Company - 2012-2022
Timeline
O&M Technician
Duke Energy/Piedmont Gas
2023.04 - Current
First Responder
New Jersey Natural Gas
2016.12 - 2022.07
Construction Worker
New Jersey Natural Gas
2012.12 - 2016.12
Construction & Restoration
New Jersey Natural Gas
2008.12 - 2012.12
Meter Reader
New Jersey Natural Gas
2006.12 - 2008.12
High School Diploma -
Neptune High School
- New Jersey Natural Gas company four year Training - 2008-2012
- Certified Operator Qualified distribution mechanic/first responder , New Jersey Natural Gas Company - 2012-2022
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