Johnpaul Sterlace
Summary
Resourceful professional bringing excellent communication and teamwork illustrated several years of industry experience. Ambitious and eager to learn with superior work ethic.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Apprentice Training Manager
General Mills
Buffalo, NY
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Streamlined and optimized electrical maintenance protocols.
- Introduced new training modules and upskilling programs as part of the revamped program.
Industrial Electrician
General Mills
Buffalo , NY
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Installed and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Troubleshot, repaired, and tested electrical systems and components such as motors, switches, relays, circuit breakers, transformers, generators.
- Programmed PLCs for various applications including HVAC systems, conveyor belts, pumps and other automated machinery.
- Conducted safety inspections of all electrical systems in order to detect potential problems before they occur.
- Worked closely with engineers to design customized solutions for specific customer needs.
- Assisted in the installation of power distribution centers for large scale industrial projects.
- Maintained records of all work performed including parts used, time spent on each task and any other relevant information.
- Fabricated custom cable assemblies for specialized applications using a variety of techniques including soldering and crimping.
- Trained apprentices on proper safety procedures while working around hazardous electricity sources.
Industrial Electrician
Ford Motor Company
Buffalo, NY
05.2016 - 01.2022
- Troubleshoot production lines using relay logic and PLC
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while performing building maintenance operations on electrical systems
- Maintained optimal functionality and increased productivity of robots by promptly diagnosing and addressing any maintenance concerns.
Pipefitter/Steamfitter
Ford Motor Company
04.2002 - 01.2016
- Install and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and HVAC systems
- Rebuild and maintain pumps
- Maintain steam and process water systems.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Adjust flow rates within specified limits by changing valve positions or altering lengths of pipe sections.
- Calculate estimates for labor costs based on project size and complexity.
- Maintain records of all work performed including materials used and time taken.
Production worker
Ford Motor Company
04.1992 - 01.2002
- Operate industrial stamping presses.
USMC
07.1988 - 01.1992
- Served as an infantry squad leader
- Participated in Operation Desert Shield/Storm
- Honorably discharged as an E-4.
Education
Skills
- Industrial construction experience
- Electrical repair
- Commercial construction experience
- Blueprint Reading
- Site preparation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical system modification
- Root Cause Analysis
- Project Management
- Residential wiring
- Electrical diagnostics
- National Electric Code
- System Troubleshooting
- Wiring for commercial and residential projects
- PLC programming
- Safety awareness
- Wiring diagrams and plans
- Fiber Optic Installation
- Electrical Installation
- Quality Control
- Staff Management
- Electrical maintenance and repair
- Crew Leadership
- Lockout and tagout procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electrical Apprentice Training Manager
General Mills
09.2022 - 03.2024
Industrial Electrician
General Mills
01.2021 - 05.2022
Industrial Electrician
Ford Motor Company
05.2016 - 01.2022
Pipefitter/Steamfitter
Ford Motor Company
04.2002 - 01.2016
Production worker
Ford Motor Company
04.1992 - 01.2002
USMC
07.1988 - 01.1992