Michael Wayland
Harrison,AR
Summary
Dependable and safety-oriented leader with over 10 years of diverse experience in military and civilian electrical fields. Strong commitment to mission success, leveraging situational awareness to navigate complex challenges effectively. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining a focus on team collaboration and operational excellence. Continuous learner dedicated to enhancing skills and adapting to evolving industry standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Distribution Designer
Entergy Arkansas, LLC
Harrison, Arkansas
04.2020 - Current
- Meets with customers to determine electrical needs, and designs overhead and underground distribution facilities. Negotiates terms for electric service delivery. Prepares work request for revenue and improvement projects. Stakes pole lines, acquires Right of Way easements, prepares cost estimates, prepares construction drawings and coordinates other pre-construction activities. Assists with storm restoration efforts both local and out of town.
Electrical Power Production Supervisor
Arkansas Air National Guard
Little Rock AFB, Arkansas
11.2019 - 11.2025
- Supervises the Electrical Power Production shop, leading personnel and overseeing the maintenance and readiness of critical power systems. Responsible for training, planning, and ensuring operational capability to support unit missions. Manages power plant operations in deployed locations.
Apprentice Lineman
Arkansas Electric Cooperatives
Little Rock, Arkansas
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Assists Journeyman Lineman in installing poles, conductors, transformers, meters, and hardware on energized or de-energize lines. Understands safety rules and company policies and promotes good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the public. Operates bucket truck, digger-derrick, or other equipment as required by the foreman. Able to perform basic general maintenance of vehicles used to perform assigned duties. Able to handle necessary stress and work well with others.
Electrician
Crawford Electric
Mountain Home, Arkansas
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Reads blueprints or technical diagrams. Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems. Inspect electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers. Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools. Properly mounts and installs conduit, wires, and strapping as directed. Assists in wire pulls and other duties as directed by supervisor. Follow state and local building regulations based on the National Electric Code. Determines electrical needs for facilities. Installs and maintains backup generators.
Contracting Officer Representative
United States Air Force
Luke AFB, Arizona · Eielson AFB, Alaska
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervises contracted work. Technical liaison between the contractor and the contracting officer and responsible for verifying satisfactory contract performance and timely delivery as set forth in the contract. Performs surveillance and quality assurance on a contract. Participates in contract writing and planning of acquisition before a contract is awarded. Responsible for approving and monitoring invoices, along with performing market research to provide justified estimates for contract cost. Responsible for $300K in spendable government funds, and over $4 million invested in active contracts. Ensures quality and timely work performance is provided by contractor. Develops annual budget funding requirements for the accomplishment of contract work. Plans, develops, and administers Quality Assurance programs. Determines valid workload changes and recurring requirements brought about by changes in procedures and operations. Maintains records that document and describe the performance of duties as the designated Point of Contact for Contracting Officers.
Electrical Power Production Journeyman
United States Air Force
12.2014 - 12.2017
- Installs, removes, and operates electrical power generating systems, automatic transfer switches, aircraft arresting systems, and associated equipment. Checks installed equipment to ensure compliance with publications, policies, and directives. Observes and interprets instruments such as ammeters, voltmeters, frequency meters, synchro scopes, automatic temperature and pressure recorders, and engine oil, fuel, and coolant gauges. Adjusts engine generator systems to maintain proper voltage, current frequency, and synchronization.
Cashier
Harps Food Stores
Mountain Home, AR
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using POS systems. Provided excellent customer service to enhance shopping experience. Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced daily revenue reports. Assisted in inventory management through regular stock checks.. Trained new cashiers on operational procedures and customer service standards. Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively, fostering loyalty and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor in Applied Science - Energy Management
Bismark State University
Bismark, North DakotaAssociate of Applied Science - Mechanical And Electrical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Shephard AFB, Texas01-2021
High School Diploma -
Mountain Home High School
Mountain Home, AR05-2014
Skills
- Trainable
- Team Player
- Motivated
- Communicator
- Flexible
- Organized
- Decision making
- Adaptability
- PC skills
- Electrical test equipment
- CPR certified
Timeline
Senior Distribution Designer
Entergy Arkansas, LLC
04.2020 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
Arkansas Electric Cooperatives
02.2020 - 04.2020
Electrical Power Production Supervisor
Arkansas Air National Guard
11.2019 - 11.2025
Electrician
Crawford Electric
04.2019 - 02.2020
Contracting Officer Representative
United States Air Force
12.2017 - 01.2019
Electrical Power Production Journeyman
United States Air Force
12.2014 - 12.2017
Cashier
Harps Food Stores
03.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor in Applied Science - Energy Management
Bismark State University
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical And Electrical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Mountain Home High School