Mark Tyler Covington
Jackson,MS
Summary
Adept at enhancing substation efficiency through meticulous maintenance and safety protocol adherence, my tenure at B&B Electric And Utility Contractors showcases a blend of hard skills like circuit breaker maintenance and soft skills such as effective communication. Demonstrated teamwork in complex projects, ensuring peak operational standards and continuous skill advancement in the utility sector. Mechanically-inclined substation apprentice with 3 years of experience testing electrical circuits and equipment to verify proper functioning. Accurate and hardworking individual comfortable with exposure to hazardous conditions and distracting sounds and noise levels. In-depth knowledge of power generation and transmission operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substation Apprentice
B&B Electric And Utility Contractors
04.2021 - Current
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Enhanced substation efficiency by performing regular maintenance on equipment and systems.
- Collaborated with senior technicians for the successful completion of complex projects and tasks.
- Participated in ongoing education and training opportunities to continuously improve skills and stay current with industry advancements.
- Repaired, replaced and cleaned equipment and components such as circuit breakers, brushes and commutators.
- Disconnected voltage regulators, bolts and screws to connect replacement regulators to high voltage lines.
Farm Hand
O J Sharpe Farms
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment.
- Participated in seasonal harvest activities including picking fruits and vegetables, sorting produce, and preparing products for market sales or storage.
Education
No Degree - Agricultural Engineering
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MSHigh School Diploma -
Sharkey Issaquena Academy
Rolling Fork, MS05.2020
Skills
- Circuit Breaker Maintenance
- Switchgear Operation
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Substation Maintenance
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Arc Flash Protection
- Grounding Systems
- Equipment Installation
- Insulator Inspection
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
Certification
signalperson basic and advanced
rigging basic and advanced
forklift
aerial work platform lifts
powersafe
Timeline
Substation Apprentice
B&B Electric And Utility Contractors
04.2021 - Current
Farm Hand
O J Sharpe Farms
05.2019 - 08.2019
No Degree - Agricultural Engineering
Mississippi Delta Community College
High School Diploma -
Sharkey Issaquena Academy