John Kempton
Concord,GA
Summary
I excel in electrical installation and project planning, ensuring optimal energy management and safety. My leadership has consistently enhanced team efficiency . I am a hardworking Industrial Electrician with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Skilled at electrical and fixture installations. Sound knowledge of electrical tools and equipment.
Adept at carrying out preventive maintenance on machinery and circuits.
Adept at working with high voltage systems and troubleshooting while adhering to safety protocols. Resourceful and committed to completing projects on time and within budget.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in commercial/industrial electric work and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical General Foreman
Whitehead Electric
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Oversaw installation, maintenance and repair of power lines, electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
- Planned, assigned, scheduled and supervised work of power linesmen, electricians and other assisting personnel.
- Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools.
- Worked on various high-rise commercial and residential projects to rough, rehabilitate, and maintain electrical systems.
- Evaluated job scope and determined necessary supplies, timelines, and projected expenses.
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
- Monitored employee performance and adherence to job specifications to maintain quality standards and high client satisfaction.
- Oversaw control room modification work conducted by electricians, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, scope of work and reporting requirements.
- Trained and mentored subordinates on complex procedures and industry best practices.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards.
- Performed electrical installations and repair for commercial projects.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
Electrical Area Foreman
Paul Wiley Electric
01.1997 - 08.2024
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
- Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
Dock Worker
AAA Cooper
01.1993 - 01.1997
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Used fork lifts, hand truck, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps.
- Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
- Participated in training and safety drills to prepare for emergency situations occurring on dock.
- Inspected cargo for proper packaging to meet safety and security regulations.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Concrete Worker
Bonzell
01.1987 - 01.1993
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to [Number] pounds to move job materials.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
- Monitored inventory of key tools and materials used at each project site to provide consistent availability.
- Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
Education
No Degree - Journeyman Wireman
IBEW 613
Atlanta01-2021
Skills
- Instrumentation calibration
- Electrical installation
- Industrial lighting
- Transformer installation
- Equipment testing
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Control systems
- Power distribution
- Fire alarm systems
- Electrical safety
- Building automation
- Repairing wiring systems
- Generator maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Programmable logic controllers
- Installing fixtures
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Electrical schematics
- Lighting management
- Wiring installation
- Industrial control systems
- Circuitry diagnostics
- System testing
- Project planning
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Mechanical reasoning skills
- Reading technical materials
- Schematic interpretation
- Equipment calibration
- Installing electrical components
- Low-voltage systems
- Energy management
Timeline
Electrical General Foreman
Whitehead Electric
09.2024 - 03.2025
Electrical Area Foreman
Paul Wiley Electric
01.1997 - 08.2024
Dock Worker
AAA Cooper
01.1993 - 01.1997
Concrete Worker
Bonzell
01.1987 - 01.1993
No Degree - Journeyman Wireman
IBEW 613
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