John LaPlant

• Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
• Maintained and repaired electrical components, enhancing operational efficiency for daily pulp mill operations.
• Collaborated with team members to promptly troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, minimizing downtime.
• Assisted in upgrading outdated electrical systems, contributing to improved performance and achieving cost savings.
• Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for critical electrical equipment.
• Worked on 120/277/480-volt power distribution systems for critical equipment and lighting.
• Troubleshot problems with boilers and identified root causes of malfunctions.
• Calibrated instruments used for testing temperature, pressure and other variables related to the boiler system.

Led team of 30+ union maintenance and janitor employees to ensure effective operations and high-quality service.

Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.

Ensured proper connections of wires to circuit breakers and transformers to maintain electrical integrity.

Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.

Troubleshooted electrical and mechanical defects for residential, commercial and industrial sites.

Traced and diagnosed malfunctions with hand tools and test equipment such as multi-meters.

Minimized production downtime by implementing proactive maintenance strategies and optimizing repair schedules.

Planned and laid out work to meet production and schedule requirements.

Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.

Negotiated with multiple vendors to secure competitive pricing, leading to reduced overall expenses.

Assisted in implementation of operations, maintenance and capital programs.

Responded to emergencies and fixed unsafe conditions during overtime hours.

Assisted in management of business operations by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports, and ordering supplies.

Enhanced existing software programs to improve functionality and user experience.

Ensured safety and cleanliness standards consistently met to foster a secure workplace.

Assessed and trained personnel for promotion to cross-functional operations.

Adjusted work procedures to optimize production schedules and meet project deadlines.

Installed safety systems, including emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.

Performed electrical utility services for industrial based and new building projects.

Consistently worked to code on all projects, utilizing drawings and manuals.

Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.

Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.

Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.