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ODDIE SMITH

Wellington,TX

Summary

A versatile Journeyman Electrician specializing in both high and low voltage electrical system repair and maintenance. Exacting Electrician adept at transforming plans, drawings and specifications into successful electrical repairs and installations. Am a Detail-oriented Electrician with a little OCD offering customers a strong blend of technical skill and creative aptitude in solving unforeseen electrical issues. A Texas Certified Electrician who excels in safely managing all onsite hazards. Specializes in providing preventative safety measures training to team members, project crew and staff. Am knowledgeable about electrical equipment regulations and compliance. Tailors techniques according to the unique specifications of each electrical system. A Conscientious Electrician committed to safety in hazardous and restrictive work spaces. Tackles projects with skill and accuracy. A Motivated Electrician who completes projects on time and uses professional level skill and trade knowledge to demonstrate superior performance on job sites. A Journeyman Electrician with vast knowledge of the fundamental concepts in electrical technology. Safety-oriented and driven to produce quality results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Journeyman Electrician

Hyperion Inc.
07.2021 - Current


  • DoD Contract
  • Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
  • Verified problems, investigated faults and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
  • Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment and handling of materials.
  • Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
  • Read and understood technical drawings, diagrams, flow charts and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repairs for each assignment.
  • Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
  • Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
  • Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.

Journeyman Electrician

Davids Quality Electric
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Completed rough-in, termination and underground work.
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
  • Sized components according to building specifications and user requirements.
  • Educated wide range of entry-level electricians on best practices and company protocol, ensuring maximum productivity.
  • Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
  • Read and understood technical drawings, diagrams, flow charts and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repairs for each assignment.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment and handling of materials.
  • Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.

Journeyman Electrician - Lead

Fluor Government Group
03.2017 - 07.2020
  • DoD Contract
  • Troubleshoot systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
  • Oversaw 10 electrical technicians while performing maintenance, repairs, calibration and testing of various types of electrical systems and devices.
  • Utilized equipment in alignment with established safety protocols, electric code and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
  • Enforced production safety and quality by supporting leadership in determining solutions for process issues and inefficiencies.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
  • Created status reports on equipment maintenance and repairs while collaborating with team leaders to advance process initiatives.
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by effectively repairing systems.
  • Verified problems, investigated faults and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
  • Increased project success by diagnosing faults and removing defective components while repairing and restoring equipment and systems.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment and handling of materials.
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Educated wide range of entry-level electricians on best practices and company protocol, ensuring maximum productivity.
  • Read and understood technical drawings, diagrams, flow charts and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repairs for each assignment.
  • Utilized customer feedback to develop plans and solve problems.
  • Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
  • Completed rough-in, termination and underground work.
  • Performed detailed inspection and repairs on splicers, cables and switch gear equipment.
  • Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.

Journeyman Electrician

KER Electric
05.2016 - 03.2017
  • I am contracted under a master electrician to perform the following duties in residential and commercial settings.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of the project requirements.
  • Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of arc flash ratings and standards.
  • Maintained a working area that was clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies.

Journeyman Electrician

MBEC Global
03.2012 - 05.2016

Assist US military forces in construction and O&M, NEC and British Standards.

  • Maintained a working area that was clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies.
  • Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of arc flash ratings and standards.
  • Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies.
  • Consulted with the supervisor electrician regarding the likely risks associated with the assigned job.
  • Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
  • Tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of the project requirements.
  • Updated service record files on equipment drawings and history.
  • Completed inspections of all electrical components.
  • Provided detailed drawings of main services to components.

Journeyman Electrician

Flour Government Group
03.2010 - 04.2012
  • Assist US military forces in construction and O&M.
  • NEC and British Standards.
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
  • Fabricated specific electrical component parts and assemblies.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of the project requirements.
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
  • Updated service record files on equipment drawings and history.
  • Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
  • Consulted with the supervisor electrician regarding the likely risks associated with the assigned job.
  • Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies.
  • Planned motor starter and control installations using codes and specs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of arc flash ratings and standards.
  • Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters.
  • Maintained a working area that was clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies.

Apprentice Electrician

KBR
11.2008 - 03.2010
  • Assist US military forces in construction and O&M.
  • NEC and British Standards.
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
  • Fabricated specific electrical component parts and assemblies.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of the project requirements.
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
  • Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
  • Consulted with the supervisor electrician regarding the likely risks associated with the assigned job.
  • Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of arc flash ratings and standards.
  • Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters.
  • Maintained a working area that was clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies.

Apprentice Electrician

Interstates Electric ­ Sioux Center, IA
08.2007 - 11.2008
  • Traveled as an apprentice electrician on new construction on Industrial projects.
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of the project requirements.
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
  • Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
  • Consulted with the supervisor electrician regarding the likely risks associated with the assigned job.
  • Maintained and tested fire alarm systems.
  • Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies.
  • Planned motor starter and control installations using codes and specs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of arc flash ratings and standards.
  • Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters.
  • Maintained a working area that was clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement

South Plains College
Levelland, TX
09.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Electrician

Kaplin University
Lubbock, TX
05.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanics

M.M.I
Phoenix, AZ
09.2005

Skills

  • Knowledge of National Electric Code (NFPA 70)
  • Troubleshooting complex control systems
  • Electrical equipment maintenance
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Circuits and Wiring
  • Blueprint fluency
  • Motor and Generator Operations
  • Conduit installation
  • Exceptionally detailed oriented
  • Microsoft Office Database Software use

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to Foreman Electrician within 4 months after starting the Flour contract.
  • Managed a team of 10 electricians.
  • Received several awards for excellent customer service skills and employee relations with the US Military while contracted with Flour and KBR in Afghanistan.

Certification

  • Valid US Passport
  • Valid Texas Drivers License
  • Valid Texas Journeyman Electrician Since 2010
  • Valid CAC Card
  • Completed and Approved SF85 - 2010
  • OSHA - 30
  • First Aid and CPR Certification


Timeline

Journeyman Electrician

Hyperion Inc.
07.2021 - Current

Journeyman Electrician

Davids Quality Electric
07.2020 - 07.2021

Journeyman Electrician - Lead

Fluor Government Group
03.2017 - 07.2020

Journeyman Electrician

KER Electric
05.2016 - 03.2017

Journeyman Electrician

MBEC Global
03.2012 - 05.2016

Journeyman Electrician

Flour Government Group
03.2010 - 04.2012

Apprentice Electrician

KBR
11.2008 - 03.2010

Apprentice Electrician

Interstates Electric ­ Sioux Center, IA
08.2007 - 11.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement

South Plains College

Associate of Applied Science - Electrician

Kaplin University

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanics

M.M.I
ODDIE SMITH