Jared Ray
Port Byron,NY
Summary
To find a position in a company that challenges my skill level and utilizes my experience. I am a hardworking, dependable, goal oriented, team player who is ready to learn and grow with the company. I am ready to apply my expertise to a challenging new position with room for advancement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Field Technician Foreman
O'Connell Electric (IBEW 237 & 86)
09.2023 - Current
- Measuring wires
- Setting glass panels (arrays)
- Reading wiring schematics/blueprints
- Setting and terminating arrays, inverters, load breaks, transformers, and combiner boxes
- Operating machinery to dig trenches, move material, set equipment, etc
- Construction of underground conduit to/from inverters, combiner boxes, pad-mount load breaks, and transformers
- Constructing metal racks for ground mount arrays, inverter racks, and combiner boxes
- Pulling wire through underground conduit, laying direct burial wire, and backfilling.
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
- Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
- Minimized potential hazards through adherence to safety guidelines during all field assignments.
- Prioritized and managed multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with other field technicians to resolve complex technical issues.
- Identified potential problems and prevented equipment failure through performing regular equipment inspections.
- Prepared and submitted reports to document work performed and provide progress updates to management.
- Supported team members in addressing challenging technical issues, sharing expertise and knowledge when needed.
Telecommunications Lineman Foreman
O'Connell Electric (IBEW 1249)
01.2022 - Current
- Performs aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, and lashing
- Connect wires and cables to terminals and attach/detach various kinds of hardware to wires and cables
- Jigging/routing strand and fiber
- Knowledge of overhead power and telecommunications infrastructure
- Climbing utility poles and/or use aerial lift trucks to place cables on poles
- Reads pole blueprints and communicates with crew what needs to be done
- Completes daily tailboard sheets
- Completes driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIR)
- Keeps track of employee timesheets
- Communicates with direct Supervisors- General Foreman and Project Manager
- Keeps multiple crew trucks stocked with all materials needed for each job
- Material and tooling inventory sheets kept up to date
- Complies with OSHA standards
- On call for Storm 24/7- works storm when needed.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting thorough equipment inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Optimized workflow by coordinating closely with other departments and contractors for seamless task execution.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed work orders, daily logs, timesheets, and incident reports to ensure proper documentation.
- Built strong relationships with customers through timely completion of tasks and exceptional customer service skills.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through diligent material sourcing, inventory management, and equipment maintenance practices.
- Improved crew efficiency by implementing streamlined work processes and providing clear communication.
- Completed projects on time and within budget through effective resource allocation and project management.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-job briefings to ensure that all crew members understood their roles in accomplishing the day''s objectives.
- Ensured high-quality workmanship by adhering to industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
- Demonstrated expertise in various types of powerline construction, maintenance, and repair tasks.
- Supervised crews in diverse weather conditions while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
Correction Officer
NYSDOCCS
02.2017 - 01.2022
- Enforce NYS rules and regulations and keep order within a maximum-security prison per directives and policy and procedure
- Process new and existing inmates coming into the facility
- Supervise activities of all inmates
- Search inmates on-person and cells for contraband
- Escort/Transport inmates in and outside of the facility
- Inspect visitors and packages being brought into the facility.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
Fabricator, Installer, Mechanic
Mullen Industrial Handling Corp.
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Overhead door repair and/or replace
- Loading dock/dock leveler repair and/or replace
- Garbage compactor repair
- Cardboard baler installs
- Forklift/manlift maintenance, repair, annual safety tests
- Metal fabrication
- Concrete repair/replace
- Ordered parts as needed
- Parts inventory.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining properly functioning equipment.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Byron Senior High School
Port Byron, NY06.2007
Skills
- Field Operations
- Workplace Safety
- Professional Communication
- Data Collection
- Safety Management
- Materials Management
- Strong Supervisory Team Lead
- Strong interpersonal skills for effectively de-escalating situations with both customers and technicians
- Strong mechanical knowledge
- Machinery operation and maintenance
- Experience in repairing vehicles (passenger vehicles, OTR trucks and trailers, various machinery)
- NYS DOT regulations
- Cargo tank testing, inspection, repair (Fuel, Propane, jet gas)
- Experience in operating and repairing forklifts, scissor lifts, skid steers, long reach lifts, etc
- Gas engines dismantle, repair, and reassemble
- Metal fabrication, ie grinding, cutting, plasma, oxygen & acetylene torch, welding (stick and mig)
- Forklift trained
- Aerial platform trained through Genie Lifts
- Microsoft office
- Current DOT physical
Timeline
Solar Field Technician Foreman
O'Connell Electric (IBEW 237 & 86)
09.2023 - Current
Telecommunications Lineman Foreman
O'Connell Electric (IBEW 1249)
01.2022 - Current
Correction Officer
NYSDOCCS
02.2017 - 01.2022
Fabricator, Installer, Mechanic
Mullen Industrial Handling Corp.
02.2016 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Port Byron Senior High School