Nathan Velez
Edwardsburg,MI
Summary
Electrical professional with solid foundation in electrical system installation and maintenance. Known for achieving high-quality results and ensuring safety in all projects. Promotes teamwork, adapts to changing requirements, and consistently delivers dependable solutions. Skilled in diagnostic testing, wiring, and compliance with industry standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
National Standard Corp.
07.2008 - 03.2024
- Electrical Troubleshooting of Wire Drawing Machinery, A.C & D.C Motors, frequency drives, feedback circuits controlled with potentiometers, tachometers, encoders and high speed sensors, steam and pneumatic valves, facility data cable, chillers, lighting and electrical problems, control circuits, power drops for machine installation, control panel fabrication, instrumentation calibration
- Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers installation and programming
- Improved electrical system efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for repair or replacement.
Automation Electrician Setup/Engineering
I.C.G. Castings Inc.
07.2006 - 02.2008
- Electrical layout of new machine installation and plc control for interfacing of support equipment
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Documentation for project progression, estimate materials, contact vendors for quotes and order supplies needed for project completion
Fire Pump Control Technician
Peerless Midwest
01.2006 - 07.2006
- Annual maintenance and flow testing on Fire Pump systems
- Installation and troubleshooting of fire and well pump controls
Industrial Maintenance Electrician Group Leader/Electrician
I.C.G. Castings Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Troubleshooting electrical problems, machine controls, Robotics, C.N.C.’s, V.F.D.’s, and P.L.C.’s
- Machine installations, control panel fabrication, interfacing and P.L.C programming
- 24VDC,110VAC 1PH, 240V and 480VAC 3PH.
- Supported plant operations by performing emergency repairs on malfunctioning electrical systems during peak production hours
- Improved equipment efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance procedures and addressing electrical issues promptly.
Education
Electrical/Electronics Certification - Electronics Technology
Southwestern Michigan College
Dowagiac, MI06-1997
Skills
- Electrical/electronic test equipment, blueprints, schematic and wiring diagrams, ladder and relay logic control circuits, computers, hydraulics, pneumatics, AC & DC motors and variable frequency drives
- Allen Bradley PLC’s, SLC and Micrologix controllers
- RS Linx, RS Logix500 and RS Logix5 Rockwell Software
- Microsoft Word and Excel
Certification
- United Steel Workers Union Local 3056 Journeyman Electrician
- Certification Electronics/Electrical Systems Technology Southwestern Michigan College Dowagiac, MI.
- Certification Industrial Electricity I & II Lewellyn Technology Detroit, MI.
- Certificate – Industrial Hydraulic Technology W.M.H. Fluidpower Kalamazoo, MI
- Certification Asea S2 & ABB S4C, S4C+ Robotics Programming & Electrical Maintenance ABB Flexible Automation Inc. Auburn Hills, MI.
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
National Standard Corp.
07.2008 - 03.2024
Automation Electrician Setup/Engineering
I.C.G. Castings Inc.
07.2006 - 02.2008
Fire Pump Control Technician
Peerless Midwest
01.2006 - 07.2006
Industrial Maintenance Electrician Group Leader/Electrician
I.C.G. Castings Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2006
- United Steel Workers Union Local 3056 Journeyman Electrician
- Certification Electronics/Electrical Systems Technology Southwestern Michigan College Dowagiac, MI.
- Certification Industrial Electricity I & II Lewellyn Technology Detroit, MI.
- Certificate – Industrial Hydraulic Technology W.M.H. Fluidpower Kalamazoo, MI
- Certification Asea S2 & ABB S4C, S4C+ Robotics Programming & Electrical Maintenance ABB Flexible Automation Inc. Auburn Hills, MI.
Electrical/Electronics Certification - Electronics Technology
Southwestern Michigan College
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