John Lafferty
Astoria,NY
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in electrical construction with a strong emphasis on utility and transit. Excelled in high voltage power off and power restorations. emergency response, and supervising contractors, demonstrating a blend of technical proficiency and leadership. Skilled in sales negotiations and crew management, showcasing an ability to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Rail Electrician
NYC Transit Authority
07.2018 - Current
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to Dc circuit breakers and or third rail apparatus.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts aka 201 prints.
- Supervise contractors working within circuit breaker facilities that are alive and active. Giving Access and Protection.
- Responding to emergency calls related to circuit breaker failure. track fires and any all issues related to the third rail group.
Route Sales Representative
Herrs Snacks
05.2017 - 05.2022
- Determined best routes for driving to customer sites, accounting for such factors as weather and road construction.
- Managed product transitions from warehouse to customer site, loading, and unloading in alignment with specifications.
- Immediately addressed problems with customers to promote speedy resolution.
- Displayed products properly at customer sites and according to company specifications and policies.
Electrician
Teksystems
10.2016 - 11.2017
- inserted into a behind schedule storage facility project to hang lights and install fire alarms.
- Cat5 and Cat 6 and closet work installation
Clerical Supervisor
Con Edison
07.2002 - 05.2016
- Contributed to the hiring process by screening resumes, conducting interviews, and providing recommendations for qualified candidates.
- Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
- Collaborated with other departments on special projects requiring clerical support or expertise in office management processes.
- Implemented a document management system that increased accessibility of important files for all team members while maintaining security protocols.
Education
Mcclancy
Certificate - Construction Project Management
Pace University
New York, NY01.2022
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical Repairs
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- RailRoad Flagging
- 480v and 110/208V Coned bus compartment installations
- Megger and Testing of 480v Network protector and associated equipment
- Sales Negations and management
- Crew Resource Managemen
Timeline
Third Rail Electrician
NYC Transit Authority
07.2018 - Current
Route Sales Representative
Herrs Snacks
05.2017 - 05.2022
Electrician
Teksystems
10.2016 - 11.2017
Clerical Supervisor
Con Edison
07.2002 - 05.2016
Mcclancy
Certificate - Construction Project Management
Pace University