Gerard Kabore
Trenton,NJ
Summary
My Desire is to bring my Electrical Mechanic work experience to a new and long term position within the USPS. I’ Started my Maintenance career on the railroad as a locomotive maintenance mechanic and as a Third Rail Electrical Mechanic. I have experience in different facets of Electrical and Mechanical maintenance and I am confident that I can contribute to the USPS in a positive way. I am very familiar with rules and regulations including OSHA standards and other forms of company safety standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Mechanic
NJDOT
Ewing NJ, NJ
04.2024 - Current
- Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired various electrical systems and components.
- Inspected electrical systems to identify potential problems or unsafe conditions.
- Installed wiring for new lighting and power circuits in accordance with code requirements.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, motors, starters, relays and other electrical components.
- Assisted senior technicians in diagnosing complex problems in industrial machines.
- Conducted tests of electrical systems to ensure proper operation.
3rd Rail Electrician
Amtrak National Railroad
NY, NY
08.2001 - 11.2023
- Installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
- Isolated power through direction of the power director
- Provided job briefings and protection to work crews
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Performed installation, maintenance and tests of electrical energy systems and components by safely using all equipment and tools.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
Train Engine and Car Mechanic.
Amtrak National Railroad
Queens, NY
11.2000 - 08.2001
- Troubleshot, diagnosed and repaired engineering equipment.
- Performed pre-and post trip cab signal and air brake inspections
- Communicated with power director and train dispatcher
- Documented faults in tracking system and generated daily reports.
- Installed equipment and components.
- Maintained timely and accurate oral and written reports of engineering activities.
Education
Certificate - Automotive Technology
Apex Technical School
Long Island City, NY07.1998
Business Administration And Management
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Oakland Gardens, NY06.1995
Art Education
Hillcrest High School
Jamaica, NY06.1992
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Radio communication with dispatchers and power directors
- Pre and post trip cab signal inspections
- Pre and post trip air brake inspections
- Pantograph Systems Installation
- Blueprint Reading
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Multimeters resting
- Daily job records documentation
Timeline
Electrical Mechanic
NJDOT
04.2024 - Current
3rd Rail Electrician
Amtrak National Railroad
08.2001 - 11.2023
Train Engine and Car Mechanic.
Amtrak National Railroad
11.2000 - 08.2001
Certificate - Automotive Technology
Apex Technical School
Business Administration And Management
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Art Education
Hillcrest High School