LAURANCE JONES
Springfield,OH
Summary
Knowledgeable maintenance professional with history of ensuring safe and efficient facility operations. Known for effective problem-solving and preventive maintenance that minimizes downtime and enhances performance. Reliable team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in mechanical repairs, electrical troubleshooting, and building maintenance.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Maintenance
OHIO Edison/First Energy Corp
Springfield, OH
07.2016 - 04.2026
- Communicate and schedule meetings/work for contractors and oversee all major building projects
- Organize and reconcile funds for business unit
- Maintained and repaired buildings for Springfield and Marion Ohio
- PM HVAC and backup generator
- Lineman experience/hazard responder
- Class “A” CDL
Lineman
OHIO Edison/First Energy Corp
Springfield, OH
07.2011 - 01.2016
- Communicate with supervisors and managers
- Performed line reclosures to restore power during outages
- Executed line rebuilds and repairs, ensuring reliability of power distribution systems
- Pole installation and replacement
- Managed capacitors and regulators, enhancing performance of electrical systems
- Operated bucket truck and equipment for efficient line maintenance and repair tasks
- Lineman experience/hazard responder
- Overhead and underground power
- Transformers
- Voltages 69,000, 12,500, 7,200, 480, 240, 120/208
- Class “A” CDL
Fabricator and Welder
Straightaway Fabrications
Ashland, OH
08.2007 - 05.2009
- Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics
- Select and prepare material
- Manipulated materials into desired forms and dimensions to achieve design specifications
- Assemble components
- Joined materials using precise techniques and tools to ensure structural integrity
- Inspected and tested products for quality assurance to meet specifications
Integration Technician
Foster Controls Press Control Specialist
West Salem, OH
08.2006 - 05.2009
- Integrated machine components to enhance overall system functionality
- Installed and wired computer control panels to ensure reliable operation
- Executed machine calibration procedures for accurate performance.
- Performed routine machine maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
- Interpret electrical wiring schematics
- Installed safety equipment to comply with safety regulations and improve workplace safety
- Fabrication of fixtures and brackets
Instrument Person
Dennis J. Leavy & Associates
Royal Palm Beach, FL
09.1999 - 08.2006
- Operated instruments for elevation and location to create a survey
- Supervised field crew in data collection and recording to ensure accurate survey results
- Conducted route surveys for state road improvements to facilitate effective planning and execution
- Executed As-Built surveys to accurately document locations of drainage, sewer, water, electric, and road systems
- Topographic and boundary surveys for land and underwater (SCUBA)
Assistant Mechanic
Dixie Carburetor, Inc.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
05.1999 - 09.1999
- Rebuilt carburetors to restore optimal engine function
- Executed brake system inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
- Conducted engine diagnostics to pinpoint performance issues and recommend necessary repairs
- Assisted in diagnosing and repairing various automobile issues to enhance vehicle performance
Disa Operator
Dalton Corporation
Ashland, OH
02.1994 - 04.1999
- Operated molding machine, ensuring quality production of parts
- Provided troubleshooting expertise for Disamatic Mark V, maintaining operational efficiency of automated systems
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
Apprentice Toolmaker
E & L Tooling and Machining
Ashland, OH
01.1986 - 01.1994
- Fabricated fixtures to support assembly and machining processes
- Ensured materials were square to maintain precision during fabrication
- Performed grinding on various materials to achieve specified tolerances
- Executed drilling operations on specified materials
- Performed tapping to create threaded openings
- Assemble aluminum dies
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance appearance
- Fabrication of brackets
- Creating cores
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electric Power Utility & Overhead Line Technology
Lorain County Community College
Lorain05-2011
Certificate - Line worker
Power Systems Institute/First Energy
Lorain, OH05-2011
CAD for Surveyors
Palm Beach Community College
01-2000
Electronic Engineering
North Central Technical College
01-1988
High School Diploma -
Mapleton High School
05-1985
Skills
- Maintenance coordination
- Blueprint interpretation
- Fabrication
- Mig and Stick Welding
- Bridgeport Milling Machine
- Lathe
- Surface Grinder
- 16” Disc Grinder
- Band saw - vertical and horizontal
- Drill Press
- Forklift
- Disamatic Mark V Molding Machine
- TDS and TOPSURV Programs
- Topcon GPS instruments
- Data collection tools
- Emergency Response Training
Timeline
Building Maintenance
OHIO Edison/First Energy Corp
07.2016 - 04.2026
Lineman
OHIO Edison/First Energy Corp
07.2011 - 01.2016
Fabricator and Welder
Straightaway Fabrications
08.2007 - 05.2009
Integration Technician
Foster Controls Press Control Specialist
08.2006 - 05.2009
Instrument Person
Dennis J. Leavy & Associates
09.1999 - 08.2006
Assistant Mechanic
Dixie Carburetor, Inc.
05.1999 - 09.1999
Disa Operator
Dalton Corporation
02.1994 - 04.1999
Apprentice Toolmaker
E & L Tooling and Machining
01.1986 - 01.1994
CAD for Surveyors
Palm Beach Community College
Electronic Engineering
North Central Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Electric Power Utility & Overhead Line Technology
Lorain County Community College
Certificate - Line worker
Power Systems Institute/First Energy
High School Diploma -
Mapleton High School