Kevin Klee
Bridgeport,NY
Summary
Dedicated Electrical Foreman offering 10+ years of dedication and super industry performance. Eager to apply knowledge of residential and commercial electrical installations to contribute immediate value to the National Grid team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician C
National Grid USA
Henry Clay Blvd
11.2019 - Current
Electrical Foreman
Allied Electric Co
Syracuse, NY, NY
06.2015 - Current
- Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools
- Trained and mentored subordinates on complex procedures and industry best practices
- Oversaw installation, maintenance and repair of feeders, electrical systems, fixtures and appliances
- Monitored employees to enforce safety and work performance standards(always Using and preaching use of PPE)
- Oversaw work of electrical and telecommunication personnel for key clients
- Maintained detailed records of work activities and notable events
- Oversaw control room modification work conducted by electricians, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, scope of work and reporting requirements
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials
- Managed team of up to 10 electricians, including performance evaluation and scheduling
- Established goals and objectives to keep employees motivated and project on schedule
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment
- Resolved team and client challenges with proactive and actionable solutions
- Prioritized and distributed work assignments, selecting employees by strength in skills required for each task
- Performed electrical installations and repair for residential and commercial projects
- Always established good rapport with clients and in-house technician to alleviate job adversities and establish future connections
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 43
Syracuse, NY
09.2010 - 06.2015
- Adhered closely to NEC and NFPA regulations and industry best practices
- Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors
- Operate heavy equipment ie: Luls, fork lift, smaller scale cranes, ditch witch’s, bucket truck work, man lifts, scissor lifts
- Assessed electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and needed adjustments or repairs
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes
- Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls cabinets
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications
- Installed residential and commercial services to tie into power off of poles
- Install and troubleshoot fire alarm, security, and data systems in complex multi-story buildings ie: hospitals and apartment complexes
- Applied knowledge of trade tools and ability to read and follow blueprints and wiring plans to projects
- Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters
Education
High School Diploma -
Chittenango High School
Chittenango, NY06.2006
Trade/Apprentice School - Electrical
IBEW Local 43 JATC
Syracuse, NY06.2015
Skills
- Residential construction
- Blueprint fluency
- Complex technical information
- New construction and renovation
- Electrical installation and repair
- Preventive and reparative maintenance
- NEC code regulations
- AC/DC control circuitry
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Control circuit troubleshooting
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Time management
- Commercial construction
- Hill-Rom database software use
- Troubleshooting complex control systems
- Safety and compliance
- Expert in schematic design
- Quality assurance
- OSHA Certified
- Mechanical aptitude
- Electrical provisions installation
- Member of IBEW Local 43 Union
- Project management
- State and local electrical codes
- Relays and pressure switches
- Knowledge of National Electric Code (NFPA 70)
- Construction management
- Exceptionally detail-oriented
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Blueprints and schematics
- Pipe installation expertise
- Certified Electrical License
- Understanding of client business requirements
- Previous technical support experience
- ValI’d NYS driver's license
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- Diagnostics
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Staff management
- Worked and delegated with contractors of different trades
- Manage employees to work under my leadership
Timeline
Electrician C
National Grid USA
11.2019 - Current
Electrical Foreman
Allied Electric Co
06.2015 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 43
09.2010 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Chittenango High School
Trade/Apprentice School - Electrical
IBEW Local 43 JATC