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Michael Sheaffer

Woodbury,MN

Summary

Electrician 30 yrs. exp.

Communication Technician 13 yrs. exp.

Field Supervisor 10 yrs. exp.

Electrician specializing in diagnostics, repair and customer service. Focused on using extensive electronics knowledge to complete each job efficiently as well as adhering to safety procedures and completing top quality electrical installation projects.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Services Director

Cerenity Senior Care
Saint Paul, MN
11.2022 - 04.2024
  • Developed and implemented environmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Provided strategic direction for the Environmental Services Department in order to meet organizational objectives.
  • Monitored regulatory requirements and provided guidance on compliance related matters.
  • Planned and executed emergency response drills in order to prepare staff for unexpected events.
  • Reviewed existing equipment and systems to determine necessary upgrades or replacements that would improve efficiency.
  • Ensured proper record keeping for all documents pertaining to environmental services activities.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Overseen the installation of major property improvements ( Generator, Walk in refrigerator / freezer, major plumbing repairs, boiler and pump repairs.)
  • Completely redone life safety books for both buildings as they had not been done since 2019.

Electrical Contractor

ND Electrical
Ladson, SC
09.2020 - 11.2022
  • Installed and connected electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment according to safety codes.
  • Conducted tests of circuits to ensure proper installation.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair.
  • Provided emergency services such as repairing broken wires or replacing fuses.
  • Repaired faulty circuit breakers and switches using hand tools and test meters.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting problems with malfunctioning electrical equipment.
  • Installed surge protection devices to protect sensitive electronic equipment from power surges.
  • Analyzed blueprints and other technical documents related to electrical projects.
  • Calculated load requirements for new construction projects based on building plans and local codes.
  • Inspected completed installations for conformance with codes, regulations, and customer requirements.
  • Replaced defective parts such as motors, switches, relays, transformers, circuit breakers.
  • Fabricated conduit runs between boxes utilizing a variety of materials such as EMT, Rigid, Flexible Conduit and PVC Pipe.
  • Monitored compliance with local and state codes and job specifications to deliver superior quality.
  • Followed electrical code manuals to install and repair electrical systems.
  • Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
  • Supervised job site operations to maintain consistent safety and hazard-free work area.

Field Technician 4

Spectrum Cable
Summerville, SC
04.2019 - 08.2020

Leveraged technical knowledge and equipment operations experience to complete effective repairs.

Took field measurements and recorded daily quantities.

Completed repairs, performed preventative maintenance and kept records in quality system.

Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by efficiently resolving technical, on-site and account issues.

  • Conducted site surveys for new installations, including evaluation of existing infrastructure and installation requirements.
  • Provided technical support to customers via phone, email and in person.
  • Maintained inventory of parts and supplies used for repairs and service calls.
  • Diagnosed system issues by running tests, troubleshooting hardware and software problems and replacing defective components.
  • Repaired faulty electronic equipment using specialized tools such as soldering irons or oscilloscopes.

Communication Technician

Comcast Inc.
North Charleston, SC
09.2007 - 04.2019

Telecommunications Services Install, troubleshoot and repair cable television, high speed internet, telephone and home alarm systems for business and residential customers.

Complete installs from wiring to equipment activation, troubleshoot and repair service interruptions using various electrical test equipment and hand tools (volt-ohm meters, RF signal meters, foreign voltage detectors, various electrical hand tools etc.) Maintain safety procedures, safety standards and maintain required documentation for all actions.

  • Configured network protocols according to customer requirements.
  • Created detailed documentation of network configurations.
  • Provided technical support to customers regarding their communication networks.
  • Maintained an inventory of spare parts and replacement components for use in repairs.
  • Assisted in the implementation of new technologies into existing networks.

Site Supervisor/Electrician

German Technical group
Charleston, SC
03.2007 - 07.2007

Supervise installation of traffic signal systems.

Supervise work site operations and construction of traffic signal systems.

Test and repair electrical systems to ensure proper traffic signal installation.

Maintain daily records for each job site.

  • Managed and supervised a team of 10+ site staff members to ensure safety, quality control and efficient operations.
  • Organized daily workflow for the team, ensuring tasks were completed on time and within budget.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations, including hazard identification and risk assessment.
  • Monitored progress of construction works against contract requirements; identified discrepancies between actual works performed versus contractual requirements and reported any issues and delays immediately to upper management.
  • Coordinated material deliveries from suppliers according to project needs.

Equipment Operator / Electrician

City of North Charleston (Public Works Department
North Charleston, SC
09.2003 - 03.2007

Operate heavy equipment (backhoe, bulldozer, boom truck and lifts.) Maintain, test and repair electrical systems and equipment in city buildings and on city properties, maintain daily reports and inspection reports.

  • Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
  • Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
  • Repaired minor malfunctions in the field by making adjustments and replacing parts as needed.
  • Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
  • Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.

Delivery Driver /Shift Supervisor

Pizza Hut
Charleston, SC
02.1999 - 11.2001

Deliver customer's orders to address / Oversee daily operations of restaurant, maintain various operation reports, supervise staff personal and maintain the highest level of customer service and satisfaction possible.

Driver / Supervisor

Comac Inc
North Charleston, SC
01.1997 - 09.2003

Transport and Storage - Materials Supervise daily operations of the warehouse and crews at job locations, maintain various records in house as well as daily logs, maintenance records and other related documentation.

Set routes for optimal deliveries, coordinated driver and staff schedules and assigned out specific tasks.

  • Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to safe driving practices.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as payroll processing and record keeping for driver information.
  • Participated in safety meetings to discuss best practices for accident prevention.
  • Tracked driver behavior, timekeeping and attendance.
  • Kept track of driver hours and miles to achieve maximum productivity in given hours.

Education

Charter Communications, NCTI
Columbia, SC
06.2019

Some College (No Degree) -

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
03-2019

Comcast University
Charleston, SC
10.2018

U.S. Navy,
San Diego, CA
04.1984

High School Diploma - Electrical / Electronics and Business Machine Repair

Northern High School
Dillsburg, PA
06.1983

Skills

Various Hand tools and Test Equipment-Multi-meter, Oscilloscope Ext

Maintain Safety procedures and equipment

Telecommunications installations,Troubleshooting and repairs

Site management

Fiber optic certified (Installations ,testing and repairs)

Electrical installation and repairs (Residential and commercial)

Certification

Certified fiber optic technician , Cert.# 2088410 - exp.08/2026

CFOT CFOS/S/T

Additional Information

A:F:M: SUMMERVILLE #234 Member since 10/1999

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Environmental Services Director

Cerenity Senior Care
11.2022 - 04.2024

Electrical Contractor

ND Electrical
09.2020 - 11.2022

Field Technician 4

Spectrum Cable
04.2019 - 08.2020

Communication Technician

Comcast Inc.
09.2007 - 04.2019

Site Supervisor/Electrician

German Technical group
03.2007 - 07.2007

Equipment Operator / Electrician

City of North Charleston (Public Works Department
09.2003 - 03.2007

Delivery Driver /Shift Supervisor

Pizza Hut
02.1999 - 11.2001

Driver / Supervisor

Comac Inc
01.1997 - 09.2003

Charter Communications, NCTI

Some College (No Degree) -

Trident Technical College

Comcast University

U.S. Navy,

High School Diploma - Electrical / Electronics and Business Machine Repair

Northern High School

Certified fiber optic technician , Cert.# 2088410 - exp.08/2026

CFOT CFOS/S/T

Michael Sheaffer