John L. Roberts Jr.
Industrial Electrician
John’s Island,SC
Summary
Highly motivated industrial electrician/technician with a strong desire to advance career by embracing new challenges. Seeking a management role to utilize expertise as an immediate asset to the organization. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and ensuring the highest level of satisfaction. Eager to contribute skills and knowledge to drive success and exceed expectations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Electrician
South Carolina State Ports Authority
03.2019 - Current
- Provides electrical and mechanical, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance services for Heavy Lift operations to include Ship to Shore cranes, Rubber Tire Gantries, and other electronic equipment essential to port operations
- Special Projects and innovative solutions role
- Collaborated with engineers and other technicians for the successful completion of various industrial projects.
- Provides troubleshooting and preventative maintenance services for FMT Mobile Elevated Gangway (passenger Bridge)
- Assisted with design and build of power distribution panels, control circuitry panels and provided redesign or upgrade recommendations
- Experience during this time with all Microsoft suite applications
- Ordering special item parts looking up inventory in SCPA CMMS
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial electrical systems in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex electrical installations and repairs in various industrial settings.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Upgraded outdated wiring systems to enhance performance and reduce potential hazards in the workplace.
- Assisted in the training and development of junior electricians, fostering teamwork and skill growth among colleagues.
- Performed thorough testing on newly-installed electrical systems to confirm proper function before integrating into daily operations.
- Repaired and replaced equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures.
Field Service and Commissioning Engineer
Wagner Systems Inc.
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided technical support to end users, distributors, integrators
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by developing and implementing commissioning procedures.
- Coordinated physical layout and installation of large equipment with a 2-6, man crew in adherence to site drawings
- Completed all installations on time and on budget, change orders submitted when needed
- Reviewed as-built drawings for accuracy upon completion of commissioning activities, ensuring seamless handover to operations teams.
Field Service and Commissioning Engineer
Lincoln Electric/ITT Corp.
03.2011 - 06.2016
- Gave technical solutions to end users, distributors, and integrators
- Provided over phone troubleshooting to avoid costly travel
- Installed full suite of automated cutting systems and personalized cutting solutions
- Supported sales teams in preparing proposals for prospective clients, highlighting technical capabilities and relevant experience in field of commissioning engineering.
- Liaised with vendors to resolve equipment-related issues promptly, minimizing downtime during commissioning phases.
- Lead training Classes for end users, integrators, distributors, and OEM's. 10-15 students at a time.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by developing and implementing commissioning procedures.
- Reviewed as-built drawings for accuracy upon completion of commissioning activities, ensuring seamless handover to operations teams.
Special Services Representative
Matco Tools
02.2006 - 01.2010
- Handled escalated issues professionally and effectively, demonstrating empathy while negotiating satisfactory resolutions for both parties involved.
- Managed high-volume calls 30-40 per evening, maintaining calm and professional demeanor during peak times of operation.
- Assisted in training and on-boarding of new employees, ensuring consistent delivery of quality service across the team.
- Verified correct tool application for vendors
- Edited monthly flyers in English and Spanish for tool sales
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer and electronic engineering technology
ITT Technical Institute
Strongsville, OH03.2009
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Windows Suites
- SAP
- Concur
- Oracle
- Inventory systems
- Database systems
- Personal computer troubleshooting
- Cultural adaptability
- Schematics reading
- Wiring diagrams reading
- Flow charts reading
- Industrial environment comfort
- Motor Control Circuits
- Electrical schematics
- Component Replacement
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Electrical Testing Equipment
- Infrared Thermography
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- PID control loop tuning
- Drives: Rexroth, Kollmorgen, Yaskawa, Servo Dynamics, Glentek, Vacon II, ABB, Ge/Emerson
- Electrical Panel Upgrades
- Wiring installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Arc Flash Safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
Accomplishments
Acquired Air Conditioning certification.
Identified a better solution to a low voltage PLC issue that initially required a system reboot.
Activities
- Fluent in spoken and written Portuguese and Spanish.
- Started own business as power sports electrical install company.
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsCareer advancementFlexible work hoursPaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leaveWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Classic Cars
Homesteading
Astronomy
Quote
To know what is right and not to do it is the worst cowardice.
Confucius
Software
Excel
Word
Powerpoint
Oracle
SAP
Timeline
Industrial Electrician
South Carolina State Ports Authority
03.2019 - Current
Field Service and Commissioning Engineer
Wagner Systems Inc.
06.2016 - 05.2018
Field Service and Commissioning Engineer
Lincoln Electric/ITT Corp.
03.2011 - 06.2016
Special Services Representative
Matco Tools
02.2006 - 01.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Computer and electronic engineering technology
ITT Technical Institute
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