MICHAEL P. CLEMENTS
E & I tech
Demopolis,US
Summary
Motivated Electrical Technician experienced in electrical installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Delivered reliable solutions through technical skills and commitment to safety standards in diverse settings. Focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and efficient operations while adapting to changing project requirements.
Overview
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Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
E&I Electrician
SMURFIT/WESTROCK
Demopolis, AL
04.2011 - Current
- Served as E&I electrician for papermill, performing essential maintenance to ensure operational continuity. Conducted general maintenance across entire mill, contributing to overall reliability and safety. Our rotating shifts and call ins, make me vested in the success of our business. Maintained DCS, PLCs, drives, and various instruments while assisting operations to resolve issues promptly. Learning valuable troubleshooting skills over the past 15+ years has made me an asset for new hires to train under. I've had the opportunity to be a set up planner and a set up foreman when I am needed.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in accordance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot electrical issues using advanced testing equipment.
- Led team in completing complex projects while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance system reliability and performance.
- Trained and mentored junior electricians on best practices and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design electrical layouts for new installations.
- Enhanced efficiency by optimizing existing electrical systems through process improvements.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for electrical work performed for future reference.
- 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.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
Munitions Handler/Electrician
ANCDF/URS
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Handled top-secret munitions as an electrician for URS at ANCDF (Anniston Chemical Demilitarization Facility). Executed destruction of World War II chemical weapons as part of global treaty compliance. We were trained on how to properly handle VX, GB, and Mustard agents. Applied electrical technology degree to enhance operational effectiveness in munitions handling. We successfully destroyed all our stockpile, and this job came to an end.
- Managed munitions logistics, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational procedures.
- Coordinated inventory control processes, optimizing storage and retrieval of munitions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL12-2009
Skills
- Electrical safety procedures
- Industrial electrical systems
- Electrical testing
- Material handling equipment
- Electrical hazard management
- Wiring diagrams
- Electrical project management
- Flow and Level transmitters, Rosemount, Yokogawa, Honeywell, Siemens, Foxboro
- Temperature transmitters (Rosemount)
- Siemens electronic overloads
- Allen Bradley drives
- On-call rotation
- Control system integration
- PLC training completion
- HazMat and Fire
- Flexible work schedule
- Project coordination
- Commercial/Industrial Wiring
- Troubleshooting motor controls
- JD Edwards ordering systems
- Scheduler of projects
- Safety compliance auditing
- Set-up Planner
- C300 & E300
- Electrical systems
- Rotating shifts
- Attention to detail
- Diagnostics
- Precision electrical work
- Works well in team environment
- Team collaboration
- Scheduling
- Top student in the class for PLC 12/2009
- Electrical project planning
- Scheduling
Certification
High angle rescue, Commercial/Industrial Wiring, Confined Space, Forklift Operator and certified, HazMat and Fire, Certified in several safety procedures, JD Edwards ordering systems, Scheduler of projects, Troubleshooting motor controls, Customer Service (internal and external), Aware of CLO2, H2S, Caustic and Acid, Call rotation, C300 & E300, Top student in the class for PLC 12/2009, Flow and Level transmitters, Rosemount, Yokogawa, Honeywell, Siemens, Foxboro, Rotating shifts, Set-up Planner, Allen Bradley drives, Siemens SiPart positioners, Temperature transmitters (Rosemount), Siemens electronic overloads, Quality, safety and environmental ISO 9001:2015 5+ years’ experience, Job Related Training:, Distributed Control System (annual training) May 2026, Programmable Logic Controls (annual training) March 2026, Fire, HazMat, confined space, high angle rescue and first aid (annual training) Oct. 2025, Jan. 2026, Union Trustee 2019-2024, Smurfit/WestRock Internal Auditor 2019-2024, NFPA 2026, Jan. 2026, Allen-Bradley 750-755, Feb. 2026, ACAMS/DAMS (continuous air monitoring), First Aid, Homeland Security
Job Related Training:
- Distributed Control System (annual training) May 2026
- Programmable Logic Controls (annual training) March 2026
- Fire, HazMat, confined space, high angle rescue and first aid (annual training) Oct. 2025, Jan. 2026
- Union Trustee 2019-2024
- Smurfit/WestRock Internal Auditor 2019-2024
- NFPA 2026, Jan. 2026
- Allen-Bradley 750-755, Feb. 2026
- ACAMS/DAMS (continuous air monitoring)
- First Aid
- Homeland Security
Timeline
E&I Electrician
SMURFIT/WESTROCK
04.2011 - Current
Munitions Handler/Electrician
ANCDF/URS
03.2010 - 04.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology
Shelton State Community College