Desired Job Title
Mechatronics TechnicianElectrical / Maintenance TechnicianWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridLocation: Sioux Falls, SD
Open to relocation: Yes
Open To Work
JAMES BARTHELEMY
Sioux Falls,SD
Work Preference
Summary
Electrical Installation Technician with expertise in power line installation and repair. Proven ability to lead service teams, develop training plans, and implement safety procedures. Combines technical knowledge of electronics with effective troubleshooting and diagnostics to enhance operational performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechatronics Technician
Amazon fulfillment center
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2025 - Current
- Maintain and oversee material handling equipment (MHE) and facility equipment, such as Fire Life Safety (FLS) systems
- Lead a team of service technicians and develop training plans, as well as oversee vendors making planned and emergency repairs
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, etc.
Electrical / Maintenance Technician
Smithfield Foods Inc.
Sioux Falls, SD
01.2020 - 05.2025
- Performed routine maintenance on electrical systems such as motors, trans
- Installed new electrical wiring and equipment in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Tested existing electrical components to ensure proper functioning.
- Repaired faulty wiring or replaced defective parts to restore functionality of circuits and systems.
- Inspected all electrical components for damage or wear and tear.
- Calibrated instruments used for testing purposes to maintain accuracy of readings.
- Programmed PLCs for the control of automated machinery.
- Provided technical support by troubleshooting issues related to electrical systems.
- Designed schematics for a variety of industrial applications using CAD software.
- Assisted in the development of safety procedures for working with hazardous materials.
- Reviewed blueprints and engineering drawings to determine project scope and objectives.
- Conducted performance tests on newly installed equipment to ensure optimal operation.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechatronics
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, SD07.2020
Bachelor’s degrees - Applied Mathematics
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SDSkills
- AC and DC Motors
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Electrical Installation
- Schematics Interpretation
- Electronic Technical Installations
- Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
- Welding
Languages
French
Haitian Creole
Spanish
Timeline
Mechatronics Technician
Amazon fulfillment center
05.2025 - Current
Electrical / Maintenance Technician
Smithfield Foods Inc.
01.2020 - 05.2025
Associate of Science - Mechatronics
Southeast Technical College
Bachelor’s degrees - Applied Mathematics
South Dakota State University