Jason Bye
Ephrata
Summary
Adept Engineering Technician with extensive experience at Grant PUD, proficient in AutoCAD and skilled in electrical systems. Successfully enhanced project outcomes through effective communication and a commitment to maintaining critical infrastructure. Strong focus on continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration, leading to improved efficiency and operational excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Technician
Grant PUD
Ephrata
03.2013 - Current
- Utilized CAD software programs, including AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam Revu, to create detailed transmission and substation drawings and schematics for project designs.
- Gained familiarity with Grant PUD's electric system and industry electric systems. This includes generation, transmission, distribution, and substations/switchyards.
- Participated in continuous education to stay current with emerging engineering technologies and practices.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts to achieve company goals. This included adhering to our Code of Excellence and developing our safety culture.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals. Groups commonly worked with included engineering, project management, control systems, field crews, and compliance.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information. These include Grant PUD's record drawings for substation and transmission facilities, as well as operational support drawings/maps. Our group was essentially the gatekeepers of these critical records.
- Reviewed and interpreted technical specifications and blueprints to assist in project planning and execution.
- Participated in field surveys and site evaluations to gather necessary data for engineering analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02-2025
Associate of Arts - General Arts And Science W/DTA
Big Bend Community College
Moses Lake06-2013
Associate of Science - Industrial Electricity
Big Bend Community College
Moses Lake, WA06-2011
Skills
- Engineering operational functions
- AutoCAD expert
- Electrical systems
- Engineering principles
- Microsoft excel, project, and Visio
- Excellent communication techniques
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout rank achieved in Boy Scouts
- Safety Scribe on Department Safety Group
Affiliations
- Outdoors Enthusiast
- Family Oriented
- Safety Focused
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Engineering Technician
Grant PUD
03.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts - General Arts And Science W/DTA
Big Bend Community College
Associate of Science - Industrial Electricity
Big Bend Community College
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