Michael Harmon
Columbia,SC
Summary
Journeyman electrician with experience in electrical layout, installation, and rough-in work. Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures to restore safe operation. Strong focus on code compliance, accuracy, and safety efficiency improvements.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Premier Electrical Staffing/ KT Power Systems
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Executed installations and maintenance on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Managed high voltage switchgear projects, including transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv.
- Troubleshot circuit panels and control systems with testers and multimeters.
- Troubleshot circuits, panels, and controls using testers and multimeters.
- Pulled, terminated, and labeled electrical cables for efficient service installations.
- Connected electrical wires to designated terminals in control panels. to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Reviewed blueprints, schematics, and job specifications for KT Power Systems’ work.
- Mentored apprentices on tools, materials, and proper installation methods.
- Followed lockout/tagout and safety procedures during energized work.
Journeyman Electrician
Cole Electric
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2019 - 02.2023
- Diagnosed and resolved electrical faults in panels, circuits, and control systems, restoring functionality.
- Executed wire pulling and terminations, facilitating seamless electrical connections.
- Supported panel installation and setup, ensuring proper alignment and functionality.
- Repaired motors, switches, breakers, and lighting equipment.
- Bended EMT and rigid conduit on job sites to ensure proper installation.
- Read blueprints and followed electrical layouts.
Journeyman Electrician
Hard Hat Workforce Solution
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Built, installed, and maintained electrical wiring, electronic parts, and equipment.
- Facilitated conduit bending to ensure precise installation.
- Set up conduit runs, lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Aided in wire pulling and terminations to support electrical connections.
- Checked circuit continuity with ohmmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters.
- Assisted in installation of new electrical equipment in various locations.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas to enhance safety and efficiency.
Journeyman Electrician
America Movers Incorporated (AMI - Tesla)
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Terminated electrical panels to ensure safe connections.
- Troubleshot and conducted diagnostic testing to identify and resolve electrical issues.
- Installed electrical equipment ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.
- Repaired motors, switches, breakers, and lighting equipment.
- Operated power construction equipment and utilized measuring and testing devices to ensure accurate electrical installations.
- Bended electrical conduit to meet installation specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints.
- Read blueprints and schematics for commercial and industrial builds.
- Fabricated parts to specifications using hand and power tools.
Journeyman Electrician
Hard Hat Workforce Solutions
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Supervised industrial and commercial projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and adherence to timelines
- Installed new projects and executed upgrades and retrofitting to enhance system performance
- Bent conduit to meet installation requirements, Installed wiring for electrical systems, Pulled cables through conduit for installations, Terminated cables to ensure proper connections
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues
- Maintained and updated work records and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance
Journeyman Electrician
Carolina Industrial
06.2016 - 01.2017
- - Maintained and repaired electrical equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- - Read and interpreted blueprints with building specifications.
- - Developed expertise in communication systems circuitry and wiring through hands-on experience.
- - Assisted in generator and transformer installation, contributing to project completion.
- - Followed lockout/tagout and OSHA safety procedures on active sites.
- - Coordinated with supervisors, contractors, and trades to execute daily work plans.
Journeyman Electrician
Premier Electrical Staffing
Cornelius, North Carolina
03.2013 - 06.2016
- - Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings per plans and specifications.
- - Reviewed blueprints to accurately locate electrical components and wiring paths for installations.
- - Built and installed wiring and electronic components while maintaining equipment.
- - Assembled controllers and panels, ensuring effective support for system installations.
- - Dug trenches and cut openings to route conduit, facilitating installation of support structures.
Journeyman Electrician
CCS Construction
02.2010 - 03.2013
- Performed electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work to ensure system reliability.
- Executed conduit bending for runs from 3/4 inch to 4 inch to meet project specifications.
- Worked with EMT, rigid, and IMC conduit.
- Connected electrical panels to point-of-sale systems, facilitating operational functionality.
Journeyman Electrician
Grant Contracting
01.2007 - 02.2010
- • Supported installation of energy-saving electrical systems in residential and commercial properties, contributing to reduced energy consumption.
- • Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential properties, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- • Assisted in troubleshooting and performing diagnostic checks on electrical systems to ensure optimal functionality.
- • Conducted thorough reviews of technical drawings and manuals to effectively plan new electrical installations.
- • Set lighting fixtures, receptacles, and panel components in place.
- • Used drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to finish assignments.
- • Completed the assembly of structures, wiring, and electronic components necessary for installation tasks.
Journeyman Electrician
Belcher Staffing
08.1999 - 01.2007
- Assisted electrical crews in executing commercial and industrial projects.
- Maintained and troubleshot electrical systems and controls to ensure reliability.
- Installed new systems and upgraded existing equipment.
- Performed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Collaborated with supervisors, contractors, and trades to develop and implement daily work plans.
- Completed assignments safely and met required deadlines.
Electrician Top Helper
HR Allen Inc.
Columbia, South Carolina
01.1997 - 08.1999
- Organized tools and materials to ensure efficiency at HR Allen Inc. job sites.
- Transported and positioned electrical equipment to support installation processes at HR Allen Inc. job sites.
- Executed daily tasks according to plans from supervising electrician to maintain workflow.
- Supported HR Allen Inc. electricians with conduit installation and wire pulling.
Education
Watertown, NY - Criminal Justice
Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NY01-1996
Some College (No Degree) - New York, NY
Martin Luther King HS
New York, NYSkills
- Blueprint reading and conduit bending
- Motor controls and switchgear installation
- Voltage testing and troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Circuits and wiring management
- Wire termination
- High voltage termination
- Electrical codes compliance
- Lighting installation
- Transformer installation
- New system installations
- Three-phase systems
- New system installations
- Three phase systems
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Premier Electrical Staffing/ KT Power Systems
03.2024 - 04.2025
Journeyman Electrician
Cole Electric
01.2019 - 02.2023
Journeyman Electrician
Hard Hat Workforce Solution
11.2017 - 01.2019
Journeyman Electrician
America Movers Incorporated (AMI - Tesla)
08.2017 - 11.2017
Journeyman Electrician
Hard Hat Workforce Solutions
01.2017 - 08.2017
Journeyman Electrician
Carolina Industrial
06.2016 - 01.2017
Journeyman Electrician
Premier Electrical Staffing
03.2013 - 06.2016
Journeyman Electrician
CCS Construction
02.2010 - 03.2013
Journeyman Electrician
Grant Contracting
01.2007 - 02.2010
Journeyman Electrician
Belcher Staffing
08.1999 - 01.2007
Electrician Top Helper
HR Allen Inc.
01.1997 - 08.1999
Watertown, NY - Criminal Justice
Jefferson Community College
Some College (No Degree) - New York, NY
Martin Luther King HS