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Ken Henderson

Mobile

Summary

Focused Electrical- Mechanical Technician with 25 years of experience in Electrical -Mechanical and Electrical-Hydraulic equipment repair. Adept at working in stressful situations and with heavy machinery and equipment. Dedicated to increasing effectiveness by streamlining workflows and maintenance procedures with knowledge of developing and enhancing best practices. Proficient in maintaining smooth and efficient mechanical systems. Systematic professional with keen eye for details, strong focus on performance improvements and skill in root cause analysis.

Overview

53
53
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Electrician

ABM Industries
03.2021 - Current
  • Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly.
  • Responded to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards and problems.
  • Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Collaborated closely with other maintenance professionals to coordinate repairs efficiently without disrupting daily operations.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of completed repairs and maintenance activities, keeping management informed of ongoing projects and potential concerns.

Electro-Mechanical Tech

PIH-RAE Energy- Shawcor
11.2013 - 12.2020
  • Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components.
  • Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of all Electrical, Electrical-Hydraulic and mechanical equipment
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.

Chief High Voltage Electrician

Cal Dive Int/Helix Energy-
12.2001 - 08.2013
  • Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
  • Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, including switches, relays and circuit breaker panels.
  • Assessed electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and needed adjustments or repairs.
  • Executed electrical wiring plans for Motor control centers, DP Thrusters, Top Drive and other electrical systems.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.

Electrician

Transocean Offshore Deepwater
09.1998 - 12.2001
  • Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.
  • Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
  • Installed, maintained, repaired and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.

Local Operation Lineman

Alabama Power Co
06.1980 - 08.1998
  • Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
  • Operated 65 ft 50 ft and 35 ft bucket trucks and lift equipment to complete safe and efficient work.
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
  • Performed live line maintenance on voltages from 4kv to 34.5kv and safely performed line maintenance on distribution poles and transmission towers at heights from 35 ft to 225 ft.

Combat Engineer

United States Marine Corps
06.1972 - 05.1979
  • Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
  • Managed team of 12 personnel in mine-clearing operations, resulting in zero injuries.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $ 7.5 million dollars.
  • Provided support to forward based air ground units, set up and maintained Diesel Generators.
  • Built distribution lines for Electrical support of hospitals, radars and field operations.

Education

Electrical Equipment Repair - Electrical Repair

Marine Corps Engineering School
06.1975

High School Diploma -

M.T.Blount
06.1972

Skills

  • Power Tools
  • Machine Operation
  • Hand Tools
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Detail-oriented
  • Customer service
  • Troubleshooting
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Written Communication
  • Repair
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Electrical installations
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Electrical system repair
  • Electrical safety
  • Emergency repairs
  • Motor controls
  • Motor testing
  • High voltage systems
  • Schematic interpretation
  • Transformer maintenance
  • Diagram reading
  • Physically fit
  • Power distribution
  • Control systems
  • Low-voltage systems
  • Electrical equipment repair
  • Power tools
  • Lighting systems
  • Electrical equipment maintenance
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Electrical systems testing
  • Lock Out-tag out procedures
  • Power cable connection
  • Voltage and current meters

Timeline

Maintenance Electrician

ABM Industries
03.2021 - Current

Electro-Mechanical Tech

PIH-RAE Energy- Shawcor
11.2013 - 12.2020

Chief High Voltage Electrician

Cal Dive Int/Helix Energy-
12.2001 - 08.2013

Electrician

Transocean Offshore Deepwater
09.1998 - 12.2001

Local Operation Lineman

Alabama Power Co
06.1980 - 08.1998

Combat Engineer

United States Marine Corps
06.1972 - 05.1979

High School Diploma -

M.T.Blount

Electrical Equipment Repair - Electrical Repair

Marine Corps Engineering School
Ken Henderson