Malcolm Adams
Lenoir City,TN
Summary
Dedicated Electrical Technician with 4+ years working in the electrical trade. From an aspiring, open-minded apprentice electrician to a highly-motivated, confident electrical technician, committed to working alongside other technicians, sharing and gaining knowledge, while working together to complete each project safely, and efficiently. Electrically and mechanically inclined, very capable of mastering new skills related to electrical maintenance and construction, and eager to obtain a broad range of other skillsets and knowledge that can be useful as a technician.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Service Technician I
Qualus Solutions Inc.
Knoxville, TN
08.2022 - Current
- Established a good foundation for electrical maintenance and testing on 161 kV & 13.8 kV power systems such as dry-type transformers, liquid-filled transformers, OCBs, SF6 gas breakers, vacuum breakers, lightning arrestors, indoor switchgear
- Inform clients of abnormal conditions or equipment failure within their power system using monthly equipment inspections and daily attention to detail
- Acquired skill through on the job training to effectively terminate, test, and splice medium voltage cables
- Developed test reports using Power DB software & Omicron CPC software
- Executes accurate oil sampling results on liquid filled transformers and breakers on yearly basis
- Emphasized the use of pre-task safety briefings daily and prior to each new job
- Led projects involving low voltage troubleshooting, wiring, and new construction in control houses and substations
- Initiated switching orders and protective grounding practices for clearances and customer arrangements
- Trained on the job and displayed proficiency in operating bucket trucks on site frequently
- Acquired Electrical Thermography Level I Certification
- Acquired OSHA 10 Training, NFPA 70 Electrical.
Circuit Breaker Technician II
RESA Power
Lebanon, TN
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed primary injection testing, maintenance, and repair of medium to low voltage circuit breakers, some transformers, and other components
- Developed in house test reports using manufacturer specifications and time current curves
- Experienced a shop/production environment focused on quality over quantity
- Put customer satisfaction and product quality first while working alongside other technicians to build commercial/industrial electrical panels.
Apprentice Electrician
Quick & Sinclair Electric
Rockingham, NC
11.2019 - 02.2022
- Install, repair, and maintain wiring in residential, existing buildings, and new construction, including lighting fixtures, electrical panels, breakers, outlets, and wiring
- Provided overhead and underground installation of service panels for residential and commercial purposes
- Became familiar with residential generator (Generac) installation and wiring for generator transfer
- Reparation and maintenance of industrial wiring, working with 480V wiring, panels, and disconnects; construction of bus ducts
- Became proficient at running rigid and EMT conduit for new construction and additional circuit wiring
- Operated power hand tools (hammer drills, impacts, chipping drills, bandsaws, etc.) and specialized electrical equipment
- Installed security cameras, access control systems; and fire alarm panels, pull stations, strobes, smoke detectors, and horns all while meeting electrical code
- Develop and maintain positive customer relationships by ensuring customers are always satisfied.
Education
Associates in Arts - Electric Utility Substation & Relay Technology Program
Richmond Community College
05.2019
Additional Skills Certifications
- CPR Trained
- OSHA 10-Hour training
- Bucket truck training
- Practices NFPA 70E electrical and arc flash safety along with proper PPE
- Familiarity with NFPA 70 Electrical Code Book and NETA Testing Standards
- Electrical Thermography Level I Certified (IR)
- Ability to read/learn schematics and diagrams.
- Appreciates and exercises the use of operation manuals.
- Team oriented and committed to the exchange of ideas to accomplish each task at hand.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Field Service Technician I
Qualus Solutions Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Circuit Breaker Technician II
RESA Power
02.2022 - 08.2022
Apprentice Electrician
Quick & Sinclair Electric
11.2019 - 02.2022
Associates in Arts - Electric Utility Substation & Relay Technology Program
Richmond Community College