Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
ProjectManager

Jeff Manning

Granger,IA

Summary

Dedicated electrical control professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Basepoint Building Automations
Des Moines, IA
05.2019 - Current
  • Identify plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Manage projects from procurement to commission.
  • Develop and initiate projects, managed costs, and monitor performance.
  • Achieve project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Direct day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitor progress of construction activities.
  • Manage construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
  • Read plans and blueprints and communicate to workers.
  • Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.
  • Verify completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.

Electrical Service Control Technician

Basepoint Building Automations
04.2001 - 05.2019
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Installed and adjusted electronic locks, camera systems and card readers for reliable protection of sensitive information.
  • Coordinated with multiple staff departments to negotiate and facilitate assigned commitments.
  • Interpreted and modified blueprints and schematics.
  • Identified and resolved equipment malfunctions working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  • Delivered professional persona and attitude when dealing with unhappy or irate individuals.
  • Adjusted original installation plan and reviewed installations for compliance with local codes and good operating practices.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Conducted site visits to plan placement of equipment and interconnection to site's existing electrical system.
  • Owned and addressed client needs and product issues from inception to resolution.
  • Provided high-level technical support by resolving inquiries by phone, e-mail and web consistent with department and team service levels and goals.
  • Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings and layouts to complete repairs.
  • Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems.
  • Installed electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with National Electric Code.
  • Tested, troubleshot and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Electrical Control Technician

Baker Group
02.1996 - 04.2001
  • Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls.
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
  • Fixed wiring and circuit systems to correct performance issues and safety concerns.
  • Inspected circuits already in place and lead team of electricians through installing high quality new ones.
  • Monitored personal and employee safety practices, closely following National Electric Code and client protocols.
  • Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
  • Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings and layouts to complete repairs.
  • Installed electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with National Electric Code.
  • Installed, repaired and tested electrical and electronic systems.
  • Tested, troubleshot and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
  • Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers and dial indicators.
  • Installed, repaired and tested Security and HVAC electrical and electronic systems.
  • Calibrated, tested, maintained, troubleshot and installed plant instrumentation, control systems and electrical equipment.
  • Communicated with mechanics, technicians, supervisors, process engineers and operations personnel to verify proper functioning of process automation and instrumentation.
  • Installed and adjusted electronic locks, camera systems and card readers for reliable protection of sensitive information.
  • Interpreted and modified blueprints and schematics.
  • Modified, maintained or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.

Electrical Installation Technician

Landis+Gyr
04.1994 - 04.1995
  • Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls and lighting.
  • Maintained process control systems and networks operational and current according to accepted electrical standards.
  • Calibrated, tested, maintained, troubleshot and installed plant instrumentation, control systems and electrical equipment.
  • Communicated with mechanics, technicians, supervisors, process engineers and operations personnel to verify proper functioning of process automation and instrumentation.
  • Collaborated successfully with clients to achieve objectives by utilizing strong communication, interpersonal and people skills.
  • Delivered professional persona and attitude when dealing with unhappy or irate individuals.
  • Analyzed and identified process improvement opportunities in areas of safety, environmental performance and product quality at remotely operated sites.

Electrician

Nikkel & Associates
05.1989 - 04.1994
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship Program - Electrician

Associated Builders & Contractors
Grimes, IA
05.1994

High School Diploma -

Dowling Catholic High School
Des Moines, IA
05.1986

Skills

  • Project Estimation and Bidding
  • Project Planning
  • Team Bonding
  • Managing Multiple Projects
  • Managing Subcontractors
  • Project Deadlines
  • Timely Project Completion
  • Client Relations
  • Materials Take-Offs
  • Status Updates
  • Advanced Problem Solving
  • Project Planning And Development
  • Lean Manufacturing And Design
  • Blueprints And Schematics
  • Project Estimation And Bidding
  • Business Process Re-Engineering

Timeline

Project Manager

Basepoint Building Automations
05.2019 - Current

Electrical Service Control Technician

Basepoint Building Automations
04.2001 - 05.2019

Electrical Control Technician

Baker Group
02.1996 - 04.2001

Electrical Installation Technician

Landis+Gyr
04.1994 - 04.1995

Electrician

Nikkel & Associates
05.1989 - 04.1994

Electrical Apprenticeship Program - Electrician

Associated Builders & Contractors

High School Diploma -

Dowling Catholic High School