Michael Criss
Cowen,WV
Summary
Safety-oriented Journeyman Electrician with strengths in installing equipment. Dedicated to maintaining safe work environments through implementing OSHA standards. Collaborative team player with strong analytical skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Mountain Technology Resources
Erbacon , WV
09.2021 - Current
- Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Installed motor feeders and made standard motor connections.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential buildings.
- Performed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Followed established safety practices when using tools and equipment.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components and maintained equipment.
- Replaced malfunctioning components for failing electrical setups.
- Assembled and installed physical structures, electrical wiring, and electronic components.
- Led team of apprentice electricians in installing electrical systems and inspecting existing circuits.
- Assisted with new installation and upgrades of plant equipment including ABB and WEG drives.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
Assistant Press Operator
JELD-WEN
Craigsville, WV
07.2013 - 01.2022
- Assisted Press Operator in setting up press for production runs.
- Developed creative solutions to resolve technical difficulties quickly and efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Conducted routine checks of all machinery to verify proper functioning.
- Ran press when operator wa off.
- Assist mill wright.
- Perform maintenance on press which consisted of changing motors and clutches.
- Overseen that fiber line and fiber room were clean to ensure everything ran safely.
Coal Truck Driver
Tom Cool Trucking
Sutton , WV
04.2007 - 07.2013
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control from mine to plant.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Braxton County Hight School
Flatwoods, WV05-1994
Skills
- Equipment Installation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Schematics Interpretation
- Blueprint Reading
- High voltage termination
Certification
- Journeyman Electrician Certification
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Mountain Technology Resources
09.2021 - Current
Assistant Press Operator
JELD-WEN
07.2013 - 01.2022
Coal Truck Driver
Tom Cool Trucking
04.2007 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Braxton County Hight School
- Journeyman Electrician Certification
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