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Kenneth Mitchell

Carriere,MS

Summary

Experienced communicator with 27 years experience in power distribution industry both in field and in Control Center operations. Six years military. Some retail, offshore oil/gas prior to what was mentioned here.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. System Operator

Coast Electric Power Association
Kiln, Mississippi
01.2006 - 03.2026

Monitored electrical distribution equipment via SCADA across three counties in South Mississippi to ensure operational reliability.

Supported engineers and service crews in emergency power restoration by running reports and gathering critical data.

Operated Futura outage management system to assist dispatchers and enable independent service crew dispatch after hours.

Made sure all necessary programs used by Control Center were operational 24/7 and notified IT in the event of a failure.

Shared information with Communications Department and Key Accounts Representative on outage status.

Sr. Substation Technician

Coast Electric Power Association
Kiln, Mississippi
03.1999 - 01.2006

Installed and commissioned electrical power distribution substation equipment to enhance operational reliability.

Performed annual testing and preventive maintenance on equipment, including operational tests, dielectric testing, transformer turns ratio, insulation resistance tests, transformer phase angle, and protective relay testing; utilized one-line diagrams and schematics for troubleshooting and modifying wiring.

Installed and commissioned SCADA devices that I would later control as a System Operator.

Single Channel Radio Operator

United States Army National Guard
Picayune, Mississippi
11.1993 - 11.1999
  • Operated communication equipment to ensure secure transmissions and accurate information relay.
  • Monitored radio frequencies for effective communication during operations.
  • Conducted regular inspections and repairs to maintain optimal equipment functionality.
  • Managed communications during training exercises and missions.
  • Facilitated communication with field personnel by effectively utilizing radio frequencies and protocols.

ROW Crewman

Coast Electric Power Association
Kiln, Mississippi
09.1998 - 03.1999

Cleared ROW for new line construction and maintained clear paths on existing lines using chain saws and bucket truck with hydraulic saw.

Serviced and repaired saws and equipment, ensuring operational readiness for fieldwork.

  • Operated tools and equipment for electric service tasks safely and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain high service quality standards.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues during service calls and repairs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Instumentation Technology

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS
05-1996

Associate of Applied Science - Automated Manufacturing Technology

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS
05-1996

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS
05-1995

Skills

  • Outage management
  • Power restoration
  • Remote device monitoring and control
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Crew management
  • Communication/Coordination with Engineering and Crews

Timeline

Sr. System Operator

Coast Electric Power Association
01.2006 - 03.2026

Sr. Substation Technician

Coast Electric Power Association
03.1999 - 01.2006

ROW Crewman

Coast Electric Power Association
09.1998 - 03.1999

Single Channel Radio Operator

United States Army National Guard
11.1993 - 11.1999

Associate of Applied Science - Instumentation Technology

Pearl River Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Automated Manufacturing Technology

Pearl River Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology

Pearl River Community College
Kenneth Mitchell