Matt Rowlands
Cape May Court House,NJ
Summary
Reliable and efficient professional with strong communication and customer service skills. Knowledgeable about wide range of electrical systems and electrical components. Takes pride in completing projects on-time and within budget while complying with safety standards and applicable regulations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Electrical Journeyman\Troubleman
Atlantic City Electric
01.2010 - Current
- 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.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Visited client sites to confirm space and layout restrictions for equipment installations.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
Electrical Lineman
FirstEnergy/ Met-ed
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Utility Meter Reader
FirstEnergy
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Attended safety meetings and took part in safety awareness trainings and programs.
- Checked accuracy of meters against previous data and kept detailed reports of inconsistencies.
- Answered questions regarding meter readings and deescalated situations regarding tickets or other information.
- Repaired non-functioning meters and tested to verify operational status.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic
US Navy
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Easton Area High School
Easton, PAAllentown Business School
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PA05.2008
Skills
- Branch Circuit Wiring
- Electrical Equipment Maintenance
- Diagram Interpretation
- Residential Construction
- Voltmeter Use
- New Construction
- Job Planning
- Electrical Repairs
- Safety Management
- Wiring Installation
- Superior Troubleshooting Skills
- Windows
- Expert in Schematic Design
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Valid NJ CDL CLASS A Driver's License
- Test Equipment Operation
- Troubleshooting Complex Control Systems
- Electrical and plumbing service
Timeline
Licensed Electrical Journeyman\Troubleman
Atlantic City Electric
01.2010 - Current
Electrical Lineman
FirstEnergy/ Met-ed
01.2005 - 01.2010
Utility Meter Reader
FirstEnergy
01.2004 - 01.2005
Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic
US Navy
01.1999 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Easton Area High School
Allentown Business School
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Reading Area Community College