Leon Stephens
Greenville,SC
Summary
Dynamic electrical technician and CAD designer with extensive experience in residential construction, trade show installation, and technical design. Recognized for strong leadership skills, a talent for solving complex problems, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines. Proficient in electrical systems, technical drawing, and jobsite coordination, ensuring seamless project execution and collaboration across teams. Detail-oriented professional dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and driving project success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrician
Mister Sparky Electric
Greenville, SC
09.2025 - Current
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed and repaired faulty wiring and electrical components efficiently.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify safety hazards and recommend improvements.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
Industrial Electrician
TEC Industrial, GE Gas Turbine
Greenville, SC
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with senior electricians to enhance functionality and reliability of industrial electrical systems.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to facilitate effective project planning and execution.
- Developed hands-on skills in conduit bending and panel wiring to enhance electrical system functionality.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes to uphold operational standards.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical systems in gas turbine equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement preventative maintenance strategies for enhanced equipment performance.
- Conducted routine inspections and testing of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Streamlined workflows by developing standard operating procedures for electrical maintenance tasks, improving consistency in service delivery.
- Analyzed system failures to identify root causes, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence and enhance reliability.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Upgraded outdated wiring systems to enhance performance and reduce potential hazards in the workplace.
- Performed thorough testing on newly-installed electrical systems to confirm proper function before integrating into daily operations.
Lead Electrical Technician
Kasted Design Group
Greenville, SC
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Facilitated seamless operation of high and low-voltage lighting communication equipment and home automation systems to enhance user experience.
- Managed installation and maintenance of low-voltage systems to ensure optimal functionality of lighting, audio, keypads, and touchscreens.
- Configured Lutron and Leviton electrical panels to optimize electrical performance and reliability.
- Oversaw on-site operations, collaborating with project leads to maintain high safety standards and operational efficiency.
Travel Supervisor / Service Technician
Skyline Exhibits and Design
Greenville, SC
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Oversaw construction and installation of event booths nationwide
- Interpreted schematics and directed installation crews
- Coordinated with designers and clients to ensure project accuracy
- Managed warehouse inventory, tools, and equipment transportation
CAD Designer
Carolina Closets
Greenville, SC
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed and repaired faulty wiring and electrical components efficiently.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify safety hazards and recommend improvements.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
Education
A.S. - Electrical Engineering
South College University
TNSkills
- Proficient in CAD software
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Electrical system maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Lutron/Leviton system setup
- Installation of electrical panels
- Electrical conduit installation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Strategic leadership
- Effective problem resolution
- Effective time management
- Project team management
Certification
- Forklift Operation Certification
- ECPI University: DC/AC Circuits
- Introduction to Advanced 3D Modeling
- Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics
- Applied Engineering Program
- Tri-County Technical College: Introduction to Electrical Engineering
- Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
Timeline
Electrician
Mister Sparky Electric
09.2025 - Current
Industrial Electrician
TEC Industrial, GE Gas Turbine
11.2024 - Current
Lead Electrical Technician
Kasted Design Group
08.2023 - 10.2024
Travel Supervisor / Service Technician
Skyline Exhibits and Design
08.2021 - 06.2023
CAD Designer
Carolina Closets
01.2021 - 08.2021
A.S. - Electrical Engineering
South College University