Keith A. Meyer
Cranberry Twp,PA
Summary
Adept at quality testing and fostering teamwork, I've significantly enhanced operational efficiencies at Duquesne Light Company. My expertise in electrical testing and a strong mechanical aptitude have driven successful projects, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and innovation in high-voltage substation operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Substation Construction and Maintenance Superintendent
Duquesne Light Company
10.2022 - Current
- Supervise Substation Operations: Oversee daily operations of high-voltage substations, ensuring all systems function safely and efficiently
- Maintenance Scheduling: Plan, schedule, and supervise routine and preventive maintenance of substation equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, switches, and protection systems
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical issues or faults in substation systems promptly
- Compliance: Ensure all operations adhere to safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies
- Testing and Inspections: Supervise and participate in equipment testing, inspection, and commissioning activities
- Supervise Staff: Lead and manage a team of technicians and engineers, assigning tasks and ensuring proper execution
- Training: Provide ongoing training and mentorship to staff on safety protocols, operational procedures, and technical advancements
- Performance Monitoring: Evaluate team performance and implement improvement strategies as needed
- Safety Enforcement: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and high-voltage handling standards
- Emergency Response: Lead the response to emergencies or outages, ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment while restoring services promptly
- Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate hazards in the substation environment
- Project Coordination: Coordinate substation upgrades, expansions, and construction projects with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the substation and other departments or external agencies
- Reporting: Prepare and submit detailed reports on operations, maintenance activities, incidents, and performance metrics
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of equipment, maintenance schedules, inspections, and incidents
- Budget Management: Monitor and manage the substation’s budget for maintenance, repairs, and upgrades
- Inventory Control: Ensure adequate inventory of spare parts and tools necessary for uninterrupted operations
- System Optimization: Identify opportunities for improving the reliability and efficiency of substation operations
- Technology Integration: Stay updated on advancements in substation technology and recommend the adoption of innovative solutions
Electrical Equipment Technician
Duquesne Light Company
07.2014 - Current
- Directs acceptance testing on new and reconditioned electrical equipment, reviews connections, tap settings, and adjustments to insure proper operation prior to energization
- Executes installations, modifications, connections, adjustments, and inspection of all types of electrical equipment
- Performs the necessary high voltage switching and clearing in connection with crew’s own work including issuance of clearance permits
- Inspects, adjusts, repairs, tests and maintains electrical equipment to insure proper operation
- Plans, schedules and directs work of assigned employees
- Prepares and oversees diagrams, sketches, correction of prints, and the operating, maintenance, and installation of reports and records
- Suggests improvements in tools and procedures pertaining to electrical equipment
- Directs and ensures the necessary safeguards are maintained and that work is performed in compliance with company and department safety rules and practices
- Annual training applied to various testing devices including Doble, Ratiometer, Ductor, Megger, Dilo and Kelman devices
Substation Trainer Workforce Development
Duquesne Light Company
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Company Overview: Duquesne Light Company works with a local Community College and has an accredited program known as the Electrical Distribution Technology Program (EDT) in which Substation training takes place
- In charge of coordinating and providing training for the Electrical Maintenance Apprenticeship Program
- Instruction of course work for early portions of Protection and Control Training
- On an annual basis Substation Entry, Person in Charge and other programs are taught companywide in this role
- Duquesne Light Company works with a local Community College and has an accredited program known as the Electrical Distribution Technology Program (EDT) in which Substation training takes place
Supervisor Substation Operations
Duquesne Light Company
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Manage the Substation Construction and Maintenance Group in the Pittsburgh and surrounding region
- Facilitate and organize day to day operations from standard preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance and large scale capital projects
- Work on a daily basis with engineering and asset management to make sure all project deadlines and cut-in dates are met from a timeline perspective and a financial perspective
- Review and prep prints and upcoming work to assure when jobs are started projects move efficiently
- Schedule outages at company owned substations as well as customer owned substations
Transmission and Distribution Mobile Worker
Duquesne Light Company
02.2012 - 07.2014
- Patrolled facilities and inspected rights-of-ways, poles, towers, crossarms, URD transformers, Padmount transformers and other distribution installations and equipment
- Operated equipment to inspect and test poles for annual PUC requirements
- Used tools, materials and techniques necessary to reinforce identified deteriorated poles
- Generated reports both manually and through equipment detailing findings
Education
Bachelors - Sociology
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA12.2010
Skills
- Quality testing
- AC and DC motors
- Mechanical testing instruments
- Power supplies
- Schematics interpretation
- Electrical testing knowledge
- Fault tracing
- Installation and repair specialist
- Equipment controls
- Troubleshooting expert
- Electrical installation
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Power distribution
- Battery systems
- Team player
Extracurricular Activities
2020 Restoration Team, Develop innovative ideas for work-related issues Substation Site Safety Committee, Work with management and union to improve safety procedures Duquesne University Baseball Team, Pitcher, 3-year letter winner
Volunteer Experience
- North Allegheny Baseball, Varsity pitching coach, Help students meet academic needs, Discuss and organize ways to further education and playing career
- Steel City WildCats, Coach, Coached elite high school baseball team, Provided pitchers with workouts and knowledge, Taught sportsmanship and work ethic
- Upper St. Clair Travel Baseball, Volunteer coach, Organized team workouts, Taught fundamentals and in-game scenarios
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, Mentor, Help children reach their potential, Provide successful mentoring relationships
Professionalbaseballexperience
15th round of the 2007 MLB Amateur Draft, Toronto Blue Jays, Seattle Mariners, Washington Wildthings, Flexibility and adaptability, Time management, Professionalism and leadership, Communication and people skills
Timeline
Substation Construction and Maintenance Superintendent
Duquesne Light Company
10.2022 - Current
Substation Trainer Workforce Development
Duquesne Light Company
03.2020 - 10.2022
Supervisor Substation Operations
Duquesne Light Company
04.2019 - 10.2019
Electrical Equipment Technician
Duquesne Light Company
07.2014 - Current
Transmission and Distribution Mobile Worker
Duquesne Light Company
02.2012 - 07.2014
Bachelors - Sociology
Duquesne University