James E. Cherry
Wesley Chapel,FL
Summary
Licensed Electrician knowledgeable in all areas of the national electrical code and expertise in state regulations and local municipal guidelines for electrical installation and repair. Active T/S Clearance Skilled technician with Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) installations during military tour with the Mobile Engineering Alteration Repair (MEAR) team Maintaining, repairing and restoring critical utility systems with government agencies . Qualified military electrician with proven history of success in leadership roles and dedication to safely managing all onsite hazards. Offering 16 years of experience in performing both high and low voltage electrical-related wiring and installation for commercial and residential projects. Punctual and hardworking individual dedicated to cultivating excellent relationships with clients. Adept at transforming plans, drawings and specifications into successful electrical repairs and installations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Systems Technician
Ascendant Program Services
Chevy Chase, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Submitted daily paperwork to record completed jobs and related information.
- Improved system efficiency by optimizing hardware and software configurations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new systems into existing infrastructure.
- Used multimeters for volt and OHM readings and circuit analysis.
- Followed fire and electrical codes for safe and proper system installation.
- Enforced safe job site and maintained compliance with company safety, OSHA and customer-specific safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks to prolong the lifespan of hardware components and minimize repair costs.
- Advanced system security, conducting regular vulnerability assessments and enforcing strict access controls.
- Installed and wired system devices using standard product setup and electrical knowledge.
- Analyzed blueprints and drawings for job site planning.
- Streamlined data backup processes, significantly minimizing potential data loss during system failures.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Interpreted scale drawings of new commissions to determine layout of materials and equipment.
- Reviewed existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
Electrical Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
San Antonio, TX
05.2004 - 08.2023
- Troubleshot and repaired 0 through 12,470-voltage alternating current equipment and systems in shop and field.
- Determined proper methods, equipment and materials to complete cost repairs within budget.
- Installed electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with National Electric Code.
- Installed, repaired and tested AC/DC electrical and electronic systems with measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers and dial indicators.
- Adhered to testing procedures while performing standard and specialized evaluations on energized and de-energized circuits.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings and layouts to complete repairs. Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls and lighting. Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Conducted preventive maintenance (PM), diagnosed and resolved electrical equipment problems documenting all maintenance and repairs performed on equipment with testing instruments.
- Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems(HVAC), three-phase power distribution grids, emergency power generators (diesel), automatic transfer switches (ATS), transformers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), automatic voltage regulators (AVR) and plumbing systems.
- Installed, operate, maintain and repair interior and exterior electrical equipment 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechanical Electrical Technology
Community College Of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07.2012
Skills
- Active T/S Clearance
- Licensed Electrical Journeyman
- Multi-tasking
- National Electrical Code knowledge
- Power Distribution Installation and Repair specialist
- Quality Management
- Circuit Design Understanding and Repair
- New construction and renovation
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Problem solving ability
- Time management
- SCIF Power Distribution System and Equipment
Timeline
Electrical Systems Technician
Ascendant Program Services
08.2023 - Current
Electrical Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
05.2004 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Mechanical Electrical Technology
Community College Of The Air Force