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James Smith

Haughton,LA

Summary

Efficient in electrical systems, able to learn other skills very fast. Hard, priority driven worker, hands on experience with high voltage transformers, inverters/relays. Willing to travel. Works well with a team to get a job done. With also quality control mixed into also, looking at the presentation and the quality of the work and along with efficiency is also important

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substation Technician

Southern Power Systems
08.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by implementing mandatory safety procedures during all substation work activities.
  • Supported emergency response efforts, quickly restoring power during outages and reducing inconvenience for customers.
  • Tested insulators and bushings of equipment by inducing voltage across insulation, testing current and calculating insulation loss.
  • Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters.
  • Constructed, tested and maintained substation relay and control systems.
  • Repaired, replaced and cleaned equipment and components such as circuit breakers, brushes and commutators.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.

Transformer Testing/Technician

Module X Solutions
07.2023 - 10.2024

Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.

• Worked on wiring transformers anywhere from 25-75 KV, distributing power from the transformers to inverters/relays via phase bars and raceways

• Install circuit panels, disconnects, and inspected them

• Tested continuity/voltage of all wiring installed before and after powering up.

• Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs

  • Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
  • Updated quality control records and reports.
  • Communicated product failures and testing problems with engineering department.

Equipment Operator

Brown’s Builders
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
  • Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
  • Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.

Education

Electrical Engineering

Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA

Doyline High School
Doyline, LA
05.2021

Skills

  • willingness to travel
  • Substation Maintenance
  • Electrical schematics
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Safety Procedures
  • Power Distribution
  • Switchgear Maintenance
  • Grounding Systems
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Transformer installation
  • Communication protocols
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Electrical systems troubleshooting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Use power tools effectively

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Loader Operation
  • Backhoe Operation
  • General Labor
  • Control circuit troubleshooting
  • Insulation Resistance Testing
  • Test equipment calibration
  • Voltage regulation testing
  • Transformer diagnostics
  • Low voltage testing
  • Cable testing

Certification

OSHA 10

BASIC OSHA

TWIC CARD

Timeline

Substation Technician

Southern Power Systems
08.2024 - Current

Transformer Testing/Technician

Module X Solutions
07.2023 - 10.2024

Equipment Operator

Brown’s Builders
06.2021 - 07.2023

Electrical Engineering

Louisiana Tech University

Doyline High School
James Smith