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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Michael Omtvedt

Roy,WA

Summary

Dynamic Electrical/Instrumentation Technician with proven expertise at the City of Tacoma, specializing in electrical troubleshooting and instrument calibration. Enhanced plant reliability through meticulous maintenance and adherence to safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents. Proficient in reading electrical schematics and implementing high voltage systems, ensuring optimal operational efficiency.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrical/Instrumentation Technician

City of Tacoma
03.2008 - Current
  • Applied functional knowledge and troubleshooting abilities to isolate and diagnose diverse faults.
  • Installed, tested and calibrated industrial electrical equipment and instrumentation to meet use demands.
  • Kept robust spare parts inventory based on expected needs to minimize downtime.
  • Contributed to a reduction in workplace accidents through diligent adherence to safety protocols during all tasks.
  • Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities, facilitating efficient planning for future workloads.
  • Troubleshot complex instrumentation issues using specialized diagnostic tools, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
  • Assisted in the design and implementation of new electrical installations, contributing to streamlined processes.
  • Increased overall plant reliability through meticulous maintenance of motors, transformers, and other electrical devices.
  • Performed vital preventive maintenance on electrical systems, reducing the likelihood of unexpected equipment failures.
  • Efficiently installed electrical systems and components with careful analysis of technical schematics and specifications.
  • Located and addressed electrical connection issues such as frayed wires and worn insulation to prevent larger problems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Renton High School
Renton, WA

Journeyman Electrician EL 01 - Inside Wireman

IBEW JATC Local 76 Apprenticeship
Tacoma, WA

Skills

  • Electrical schematics reading
  • Electrical safety procedures
  • Motor control circuits
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Power distribution
  • High voltage systems
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Instrument Calibration
  • SCADA systems
  • PLC programming
  • Safety regulation adherence
  • Hand and power tool operation

Certification

  • WA EL 01 Journeymen Certification
  • NCCO Crane Certification
  • First Aid CPR Certification
  • Forklift Operator Certification

Timeline

Electrical/Instrumentation Technician

City of Tacoma
03.2008 - Current

High School Diploma -

Renton High School

Journeyman Electrician EL 01 - Inside Wireman

IBEW JATC Local 76 Apprenticeship
Michael Omtvedt