Garrett Houseknecht
Montgomery,PA
Summary
Skilled Electrical Technician with expertise in building control panels for industrial applications. Ensured accurate assembly through interpretation of wiring diagrams and schematics, while testing wiring connections for quality assurance. Resolved assembly defects by troubleshooting electrical issues and implementing corrective actions, meeting customer specifications and safety compliance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Control Panel Builder
JPW INDUSTRIAL OVENS
Williamsport, Pennsylvania
04.2018 - Current
- Built control panels for industrial ovens using wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Assembled electrical enclosures with breakers, relays, terminal blocks, and switches.
- Routed and terminated wires inside panels using hand tools and crimpers.
- Connected and set up control panels and alarm components.
- Troubleshot panel wiring issues, correcting assembly defects to enhance overall panel integrity and reliability.
- Diagnosed and repaired malfunctions in panel build projects.
- Tested wiring, circuits, and equipment for functionality, ensuring reliable performance in control panel operations.
- Tested continuity and verified wiring connections before panel release.
- Verified accuracy of completed control panels using test meters and other tools.
- Maintained safe work practices while building custom oven control panels.
- Conducted quality control inspections, identifying and resolving errors in electrical engineering to ensure compliance with standards.
- Ensured that all panels were built within established quality standards.
- Identified and installed components according to specifications.
- Created custom control panels as per customer requirements.
- Developed skills in reading blueprints and schematic drawings for assembly purposes.
- Edit diagrams and schematics to conform to customer needs.
- Labeled wires, devices, and terminals for clear panel identification.
- Reviewed project plans to ensure they meet customer requirements and industry standards.
- Inspected electrical systems for safety compliance.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues related to panel builds.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques when constructing control panels.
- Provided technical support to other departments regarding panel building processes.
- Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
- Interpreted product assembly instructions from blueprints and manuals.
- Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and made corrections or modifications.
Education
Montgomery High
Montgomery, PaSkills
- Control panel assembly
- Wiring schematics
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Circuit testing
- Schematic interpretation
- Panel fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Panel layout design
- Wire harness fabrication
- Power distribution systems
- Hazardous location wiring
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Transformer installations
- Variable frequency drives
- Electrical wiring
- Component installation
- Quality control
- Quality controls
- Measurement verification
- Measurement tools
- Parts management
- Inventory oversight
- Tool handling
- Hand and power tools
- Power tool operation
- Riveting processes
- Pneumatic controls
- Grounding systems
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Order prioritization
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Control Panel Builder
JPW INDUSTRIAL OVENS
04.2018 - Current
Montgomery High