Nicklas Mercier

• Preventative maintenance on Variable Frequency Drives on all 3 units including replacement of contactor's, VFD cells, and cooling fans and hoses; electrical troubleshooting on AC and DC circuits
• Performed oil replacement and samples on motors for the CCW; maintenance on motors, breakers, relays, and switches.
• Inspections and maintenance for Transformers, Battery Banks, and Diesel Generator rooms
• Worked with Operators doing safety testing for Units 1 and 3.
• Utilized electrical testing equipment (ammeter, ohmmeter, digital voltmeter, meggers)

Location: Cypress Creek Wastewater/Water Treatment Plant

• 1 year of regular preventative maintenance on electrical components and equipment on sump pumps, condensers, submersible aerators, and exhaust fans.
• Maintained a safe working environment by following lock-out/tag-out procedures when working on energized/de-energized equipment.
• Demonstrated flexibility with diverse projects including new construction sites, renovation projects and maintenance calls.

Location: TVA Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant

• Ensure pre-Job briefs, three-way communication, 2 minute rule, de-metaling, wire checks were all properly completed to minimize the risk of accidents.
• Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of control room circuits/relay boards using devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters.
• Maintained clear lines of communication with engineers and supervisors via step by step data sheets, fostered a collaborative work environment conducive to success.
• Ensured compliance and protocols during maintenance tasks for crimping/landing wires for relays, removing/installing relays, de-term/re-term stages, fiber optics, installed fuse/terminals blocks.

Location: TVA Colbert Simple Cycle Project, TVA Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, TVA Hangar (Muscle Shoals, AL)

• 4 years of maintenance working emergency outages and shutdowns; Installing 3k amp breaker. Maintenance on cranes, mills, PLCs, motors/ motor starters, and transformers.
• 5 months upgrading 161KV cooling tower with Williams Electrical at Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant
• Inspected and installed transformers/circuit breakers for start up. Tested and Megged for insulation on medium-voltage cable.
• Observed functioning of motors, motor control centers, disconnects and/or other electrical system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation and/or replacement.
• Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as resistors and circuit-breaker panels to include Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter and Surge Arrestors/Reactors.

• Deployment in 2020-2021
• Acting Platoon Sergeant/Squad Leader of 12 soldiers
• State activations for civil service, state of emergency, and riot protection
• Increased efficiency of team communication by implementing clear protocols and providing training on safety.
• Ensured the safety of all personnel within assigned area of responsibility by consistently enforcing established rules and regulations.
• Supported command staff with accurate intelligence reporting, leading to informed decision-making during critical situations.