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James Quinn

Electrician
Ashland,KY
James Quinn

Summary

To contribute my skills, experience and training as a dedicated team member, collaborating effectively to achieve organizational success while continuing to grow professionally.

Overview

24
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Bureau Veritas Primary Integration

QAQC Manager
04.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Conducted regular audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement in processes.
  • Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis to resolve quality issues effectively.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for quality control and assurance methodologies.

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.

Electrical Maintenance Technician
08.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintain, repair, and install and set up mechanical equipment, machines, tools or parts
  • Analyze technical issues, complete repairs and work orders with reference to electrical systems
  • Follow all safety and production rules and always ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Quinn Electric Company

Owner/Operator
04.2018 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Performed M/QC for local industrial projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and codes
  • Conducted equipment installation inspections, verifying against submittals
  • Performed medium voltage testing, kit installation, and torque inspections
  • Inspected raceways and components per customer specifications and industry codes
  • Ensured proper installation and functionality of electrical systems

ATS Automation. Inc.

Electrician
09.2017 - 04.2018

Job overview

  • Wired and integrated PLC-controlled motors, proximity switches, and various sensors into a solar panel conveyor system
  • Optimized sensor placement and motor control for efficient material handling
  • Ensured seamless communication between system components for reliable operation
  • Conducted troubleshooting and fine-tuning to improve system accuracy and efficiency

Fluor corporation

Foreman
04.2015 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Supervised a team of 8 electricians and helpers in installing raceways, power, and control systems for cooling towers at VC Summer Nuclear Power Plant
  • Oversaw work on the Power Distribution Center, Motor Control Center and Battery Backup buildings
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards
  • Maintained accurate documentation for tool calibration and torque settings of installed equipment

Pyramid Instrumentation & Electric Corporation

Foreman
10.2013 - 04.2015

Job overview

  • Installed a dedicated SCADA building that served as the primary control center
  • Supplied power underground from the utility to the SCADA building
  • Established routing from the SCADA building to the gas transmission line or service access point
  • Installed flow and pressure transmitters to monitor gas flow and pressure, providing real-time data to the SCADA system

Shaw Group

Foreman
11.2010 - 10.2013

Job overview

  • Oversaw installation and documentation of power and control systems at VC Summer Nuclear Power Plant, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Procured equipment and hardware for installation, ensuring adherence to code requirements and project specifications.
  • Utilized calibrated tools to verify accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Coordinated with engineering teams, contractors, and inspectors to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Maintained detailed records of installations, inspections, and testing procedures for regulatory compliance.

PCI Electric

Superintendent
08.2008 - 11.2010

Job overview

  • Managed all aspects of an industrial project, including material procurement, workforce coordination, and task delegation for a 12-person team
  • Oversaw the complete construction and automation of the plant, featuring 480V, 3000A switchgear, four motor control cabinets, a programmable logic controller with an auxiliary cabinet, RTUs, RTDs and various instrumentation

Crown Engineering & Construction

General foreman
06.2008 - 08.2008

Job overview

  • Revived a 20-year-old plant that had been inactive for 14 years by organizing a team of 35 to systematically inspect and test wiring, breakers, variable frequency drives, motor control cabinets, transformers, lighting contactors, fire suppression systems, 480V motors, megger test stress cones, and various controls and instrumentation

Contech Control Services

Leadman
01.2008 - 06.2008

Job overview

  • Replaced plant equipment to meet insurance requirements following Hurricane Katrina
  • Upgraded 120V and 480V panels, breakers, contactors, relays, processors, I/O cards, rigid metal and aluminum conduit, and termination cabinets, ensuring compliance with Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 hazardous location standards

Energy Erectors

Foreman
10.2007 - 01.2008

Job overview

  • Configured ABB programmable logic controllers, scales, chemical dosing systems, SCADA, surge arrestors, uninterruptible power supply systems, transducers, and an ultraviolet sterilization system

Star Electric The Ind-com Group

Foreman
06.2002 - 10.2007

Job overview

  • Fire alarm and halon suppression systems

Education

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC

01.1993

University Overview

Completed the majority of core college coursework

ATS Automation. Inc.

Electrician
04.2018

University Overview

  • Wired and integrated PLC-controlled motors, proximity switches, and various sensors into a solar panel conveyor system
  • Optimized sensor placement and motor control for efficient material handling
  • Ensured seamless communication between system components for reliable operation
  • Conducted troubleshooting and fine-tuning to improve system accuracy and efficiency

Olympic High School
Charlotte, NC

High School Diploma
01.1987

University Overview

Skills

  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Electrical safety
  • Electrical testing
  • Inspection techniques
  • Documentation review
  • Quality management systems
  • ISO standards
  • Quality assurance background
  • Quality control tests
  • Employee supervision
  • Document control
  • Progress reporting
  • QA documentation
  • QA reporting
  • Quality assurance guidance

Lighting systems

Power distribution

Motor controls

Circuit analysis

Control systems

Conduit bending

Battery maintenance

Industrial automation

High voltage systems

Fire alarm systems

Energy management

Switchgear maintenance

Surge protection

HVAC controls

Schematic reading

Low-voltage systems

Grounding systems

Transformer maintenance

Generator maintenance

Soldering skills

Electrical installations

Electrical installation

Power supplies

Codes compliance

Equipment troubleshooting

Panel building

Team player

Installation and repair specialist

Electrical experience

Willing to travel

Schematic interpretation

Instrument Calibration

Quality testing

Troubleshooting expert

AV and electronics repair

Hand and power tools

Schematics interpretation

Strong mechanical aptitude

Safety management

Safety training

Manual dexterity

User training

AC and DC motors

Electrical control systems

Wiring diagram interpretation

Building systems inspection

Licensed electrician

Superb communicator

Equipment controls

Troubleshooting and diagnosis

Junction box assembly

Electrical testing knowledge

Safe LCD handling

Preventive Maintenance

Safety awareness

[Type] equipment installation

Parts installation

Documentation

Plumbing

Maintenance scheduling

Equipment Repair

System troubleshooting

Window restoration

Mechanical expertise

Mechanical aptitude

HVAC systems

CCTV installation

Project estimation and bidding

Supply management

Drywalling

Certification

  • NC State Electrical License, 29086
  • NC Journeyman Card, 10731
  • TX Journeyman Card, 194839
  • OSHA30, 26-907717744
  • OSHA10, 26-707597314
  • NFPA70E, ID#2144112200
  • CPR/AED

Timeline

QAQC Manager
Bureau Veritas Primary Integration
04.2025 - Current
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator
Quinn Electric Company
04.2018 - 10.2022
Electrician
ATS Automation. Inc.
09.2017 - 04.2018
Foreman
Fluor corporation
04.2015 - 08.2017
Foreman
Pyramid Instrumentation & Electric Corporation
10.2013 - 04.2015
Foreman
Shaw Group
11.2010 - 10.2013
Superintendent
PCI Electric
08.2008 - 11.2010
General foreman
Crown Engineering & Construction
06.2008 - 08.2008
Leadman
Contech Control Services
01.2008 - 06.2008
Foreman
Energy Erectors
10.2007 - 01.2008
Foreman
Star Electric The Ind-com Group
06.2002 - 10.2007
ATS Automation. Inc.
Electrician
Olympic High School
High School Diploma
Central Piedmont Community College

Software

CXAlloy

Procore

Word

Teams

Windows

Adobe

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