Justin Hess
Lynnville,IN
Summary
Dynamic Journeyman Industrial Electrician with extensive experience at Kaiser Warrick Aluminum, excelling in electrical installations and troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance system reliability through meticulous inspections and proactive maintenance. Skilled in interpreting electrical schematics and implementing safety protocols, ensuring optimal performance and safety in complex industrial environments. Hardworking Industrial Electrician with over 12 years of experience in the industry. Skilled at electrical and fixture installations. Sound knowledge of electrical tools and equipment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Industrial Electrician
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
06.2016 - Current
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
- Inspected transformers and circuit breakers for malfunctions.
- Attached power cables to equipment such as electric range and motor.
- Tested circuit continuity to determine electrical compatibility and component safety.
- Repaired and replaced equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- 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.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Electrical Apprentice
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
Overhead Crane Operator
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
02.2007 - 05.2013
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
Process Control Operator
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
02.2006 - 01.2007
Education
Associates - Applied Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05.2016
Skills
- Electrical installations
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical schematics
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Equipment calibration
- Industrial control systems
- Programmable logic controllers
Accomplishments
Graduated Ivy Tech with a perfect 4.0 GPA
Timeline
Journeyman Industrial Electrician
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
06.2016 - Current
Electrical Apprentice
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
06.2013 - 05.2016
Overhead Crane Operator
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
02.2007 - 05.2013
Process Control Operator
Kaiser Warrick Aluminum
02.2006 - 01.2007
Associates - Applied Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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