Howard Bennett
Westbrook
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Trinity Electric Inc
10.2020 - Current
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- 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.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- 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.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by reading blueprints accurately and executing installations accordingly.
- Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and maintain a high level of expertise within the electrical trade.
- Strengthened client trust, providing clear and concise explanations of electrical work performed and future maintenance recommendations.
- Ensured compliance with national safety standards by meticulously inspecting and maintaining electrical systems.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems
- 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.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and meggers
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Installed DC inverters, conduit and wire for rooftop solar arrays
Journeyman Electrician
Resource Options
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Foreman Electrician
Vandzant Electric LLC
08.2014 - 12.2019
- Maintained safety standards with regular inspections and adherence to regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Enhanced project efficiency by delegating tasks and efficiently managing a team of electricians.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of electrical systems to identify potential issues or areas in need of improvement.
- Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels.
- Mentored junior electricians in best practices, fostering an environment conducive to professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Cultivated a positive work atmosphere that promoted collaboration among crew members while prioritizing safety protocols at all times.
- Collaborated with other construction professionals to ensure smooth coordination of efforts during project execution.
- Increased productivity through the development of efficient work processes tailored to individual project requirements.
- Ensured code compliance for all installations and repairs, upholding stringent quality control measures throughout each project phase.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers,rvice panels, and circuit breakers.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- worked on medium voltage systems; pulling cable and terminations
- worked on solar arrays: installing of combiner boxes, inverters. Wiring of solar panels, and troubleshooting faults
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Education
Associate of Science - Digital Electronics
Hesser College
Manchester, NHSkills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Conduit bending
- Blueprint reading
- Circuit installation
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical testing
- Fire alarm systems
- PV systems
- Power and hand tools
- Commercial construction experience
- Safety awareness
- Electrical repair
- Power distribution
- Equipment installation
- Low-voltage systems
- Electrical circuits
- Wiring diagrams
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Panel upgrades
- Installing equipment
- Emergency repairs
- New system installations
- Schematic and blueprint interpretation
- Building codes
- Basic mathematical skill
- Arc flash safety
- System testing
- Hazardous locations
- Grounding systems
- Surge protection
- Appliance installation
- Schematics interpretation
- Variable frequency drives
- Project management
- Control systems
- Project planning
- Backup generators
- Residential construction
- Diagnosis, testing and troubleshooting
- Lighting installation
- System repair and installation
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- Wiring repair
- Electrical codes
- Wire pulling
- Ground grid testing
- Journey-level background
- AC and DC motor drives
- Motor operations
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Electrical code
- Safety verification
- Transformer installation
- Electrical safety
- New construction
- Emergency lighting
- Breaker panel installation
- Conduit and pipe laying
- NEC code regulations
- Conduit and raceway installation
- Sub-panel installation
- Grounding installation
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Trinity Electric Inc
10.2020 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
Resource Options
01.2020 - 10.2020
Foreman Electrician
Vandzant Electric LLC
08.2014 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Digital Electronics
Hesser College
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