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Leon Kugler

Fergus Falls,MN

Summary

Seasoned Construction Superintendent bringing 30 plus years of experience and successful background in electrical construction. Effective project and team manager with strong understanding of safety, scheduling and codes. Focused on completing jobs on time and to meet quality standards by motivating workers.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Superintendent

Sun Electric
06.2011 - Current

I have ran jobs of different varieties for Sun. My work has been in the Industrial field. From food processing, grain handling ad mostly oil and gas. Have ran projects with tight time limitations (shutdown, change overs and tie inns). Crew sizes from 3 to 40 team members.

  • Evaluated job scope and determined necessary supplies, timelines, and projected expenses.
  • Resolved team and client challenges with proactive and actionable solutions.
  • Mentored junior electricians, promoting professional growth and skill development within the team.
  • Reduced safety incidents through strict adherence to safety guidelines and continuous training for team members.
  • Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
  • Completed quality assurance and compliance reviews for every job.
  • Reviewed schematic diagrams to optimize installation plans based on site conditions and specific client requirements.
  • Improved overall project efficiency by implementing effective electrical construction plans and schedules.
  • Upheld high-quality standards across all projects by consistently monitoring workmanship against established benchmarks.
  • Ensured optimal performance of electrical systems by conducting regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
  • Communicated with clients to assess needs, provide status reports ad inform of any potential delays.
  • Maintained job sites in compliance with all safety requirements.
  • Assisted in developing comprehensive as-built documentation upon project completion that facilitated seamless handover to end-users or facility managers.
  • Contributed to long-term client satisfaction by ensuring compliance with local codes/regulations throughout all stages of a project''s lifecycle.
  • Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication, addressing concerns promptly, and providing status updates regularly.
  • Collaborated with other trades in the planning and execution of multi-disciplinary projects, fostering teamwork and cooperation.
  • Provided on-site supervision for all phases of electrical work, ensuring proper execution according to design specifications.
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.

Foreman Electrician

FPD Power Development
01.2010 - 05.2011
  • Cultivated a positive work atmosphere that promoted collaboration among crew members while prioritizing safety protocols at all times.
  • Mentored junior electricians in best practices, fostering an environment conducive to professional growth and skill enhancement.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Ran a crew of 10 Electricians installing conduit, cable tray, pulling cable, testing cables, terminating and documentation from start to finish.

Education

Diploma - Construction Electrician

Wadena Technical Institue
Wadena, MN
05-1988

Skills

  • Construction supervision
  • Site safety management
  • Environmental awareness
  • Strategic planning
  • Relationship building
  • Leadership development
  • Quality assurance
  • Project coordination
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Licensed in the states of MN, ND and MT
  • Blueprint and schematics
  • Reporting
  • Teamwork
  • Job site cleanup
  • Worker supervision
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Site safety
  • Safety oversight

Certification

Licensed Journeyman Electrician in the states of Minnesota, North Dakota and Montana

  • 30 hour OSHA
  • First aid and CPR
  • IBEW member


Timeline

Superintendent

Sun Electric
06.2011 - Current

Foreman Electrician

FPD Power Development
01.2010 - 05.2011

Diploma - Construction Electrician

Wadena Technical Institue