Grant Routen
Solsberry,IN
Summary
Water Distribution Operator with 3+ years experience in water / wastewater systems including repairs, new construction, maintenance, and inspections
Electrician with 8+years experience in residential, commercial, and industrial construction and service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Foreman
Bynum Fanyo Utilities
Bloomington, IN
04.2023 - Current
- Performed routine procedures at multiple water systems e.g., chlorine testing/sampling, obtaining master meter readings
- Provided 24/7 support for emergency repairs including on-call rotation
- Maintained and repaired water lines/main and assets within multiple water systems
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt above and underground wastewater systems e.g. lift stations, E-one sewer systems, gravity/forced mains, valve pits, pump-mate systems, wastewater treatment plant infrastructure
- Operated equipment incl.. Excavators, Wheel loaders, Backhoes, Tractors, Skid Steers, Man/Boom lifts, Cranes, Trenchers, Forklifts, Dump Trucks, Vacuum/Septic Trucks, Tractor Trailers
- Maintained, repaired and improved electrical equipment within water and wastewater systems eg. lift station controls, RAFA systems, OMNI systems, Streametric systems, electric motors, Transformers, VFDs, SCADA systems, submersible pumps
- Studied National Electric Code 2020 edition to ensure compliance with electrical standards.
- Acquired Class A CDL permit with tanker endorsement to operate commercial vehicles.
- Obtained Indiana DSL Water Distribution license (no. DS250319)
- Obtained Monroe Co. septic installer certification (2026 installers' list)
ELECTRICIAN
Elite Electric LLC
Spencer
04.2019 - 04.2023
- Continued electrical career and completed a wide variety of tasks/jobs including
- residential new construction, remodeling, service work
- commercial new construction, remodeling, service work
- industrial service, maintenance, upgrades
- Provided 24/7 on-call service for electrical emergencies., and continuing my education after working hours with the ABC program (Indiana/Kentucky chapter).
- Obtained Journeyman Electrician certificate for completion of 4 year apprenticeship program (ABC)
OWNER OPERATOR
Routen's Lawn and Snow LLC
Bloomington
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Maintained lawns and landscapes for 40+ customers during the spring, summer, and fall months of the year
- Provided snow removal and ice control services during the winter months for many of the same customers
- Gained firsthand experience in customer relations.
ELECTRICIAN
Electric Services INC
Bloomington
04.2016 - 03.2017
- Started my professional career with this company as a helper/apprentice
- Undertook and completed several large projects including new installation of parking lot lighting on a mall expansion project, wiring a physical therapy center, wiring multiple new multifamily dwellings (apartment buildings), completing many service-oriented tasks/jobs, and performing aerial construction and service.
Education
ABC Columbus
Columbus, INCOMPLETED COURSEWORK - ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP
ABC Indianapolis
COMPLETED COURSEWORK - ACCOUNTING
Indiana University
Bloomington High School South
Skills
- Electrical Systems
- Equipment Installation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Water system maintenance
- Wastewater system repair
- Heavy equipment operation
- Electrical controls
- Emergency response
- Safety compliance
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Troubleshooting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Time management
- Crew supervision
- Project management
- Estimating costs
- Problem solving
- Workplace Safety
Personal Information
Driving License: Class A CDL
Certification
Journeyman Electrician, ABC Indiana/Kentucky 2023, Class A CDL, Tanker / (N) endorsement
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Toys For Tots, VOLUNTEER, Bloomington, IN, 2005-11, 2017-01, Collected donations from individuals and businesses to auction off, proceeds went to buying toys for families in need, Sorted and organized toys to give to families in need for the Holiday season
Timeline
Construction Foreman
Bynum Fanyo Utilities
04.2023 - Current
ELECTRICIAN
Elite Electric LLC
04.2019 - 04.2023
OWNER OPERATOR
Routen's Lawn and Snow LLC
04.2018 - 04.2019
ELECTRICIAN
Electric Services INC
04.2016 - 03.2017
ABC Columbus
COMPLETED COURSEWORK - ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP
ABC Indianapolis
COMPLETED COURSEWORK - ACCOUNTING
Indiana University
Bloomington High School South