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Ralph Hoffman

Spencer,IN

Summary

Reliable and hardworking Journeyman electrician and automation specialist to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrician/Automation Specialist

EAC Solutions Group
08.2018 - Current
  • Design/Build Automation Control Panels for pharmaceutical processes.
  • Troubleshoot PLC's and instrumentation devices with Profibus/Ethernet IP/Hard IO with Analog and discreet signals.
  • Implementation of VFD/Motors along with setting parameters.
  • Calibrate and configure Instrumentation Devices.
  • Procurement of material needed for specific jobs.
  • Inventory and PM of Installed and on the shelf parts.
  • Efficient at reading print sets/schematics.
  • Troubleshot, fixed and improved electrical controls.
  • Tested equipment for proper operation and freedom from defects.
  • Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping.
  • Hung enclosures, ran conduits and pulled wires to complete electrical systems installations.

Journeyman Electrican

Industrial Electric
10.2014 - 08.2018


  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Design/Build Automated Control Panels
  • Wire/Test Instrumentation devices.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
  • Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
  • Interpreted electrical codes and blueprints/schematics to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.

Journeyman Electrician

Sun Electric INC
08.2014 - 10.2014
  • Completed rough-in, termination of lighting and power systems.
  • Installed Audio/Visual communication and security systems from blueprint drawing.
  • Installed VFDs/Motors.
  • Installed wireways consisting of EMT, Rigid, and PVC conduit.

Journeyman Electrician

Industrial Electric
11.2012 - 01.2014
  • Repairing and maintaining existing power and lighting systems
  • Performing general maintenance and troubleshooting instrumentation devices
  • Installing EMT, Rigid, and PVC rigid conduit wireways
  • Installation and Termination of wire/multi-conductor cables for instrumentation devices and control cabinets.

Apprentice Electrician

Barth Electric
06.2009 - 05.2012
  • Removing, reinstalling, and maintaining new and existing power and lighting systems.
  • Installing Fire Alarm Systems, Lighting protection, and grounding systems
  • Complete remodel of power, lighting, and data
  • Identified, repaired, and completed all punch list requirements.
  • Installing Audio/Visual communication and security system from blueprint drawings.
  • Organization of time and material and help maintain a clean workplace.

Apprentice Electrician

Indianapolis Electric
11.2008 - 03.2009
  • Power and Lightning System installation
  • Material handling and distribution
  • Installed elaborate conduit racks for power distribution

Apprentice Electrician

ERMCO
01.2008 - 11.2008
  • Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
  • Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
  • Installed and modified lighting systems.
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.

Apprentice Electrician

Barth Electric
04.2007 - 12.2007
  • Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
  • Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
2012

Journeyman Inside Wireman

IBEW Local 481 Apprenticeship
Indianapolis, IN
2012

Skills

  • Experienced in troubleshooting to locate electrical problems in a variety of electrical instruments, control systems, and equipment
  • Ability to understand and analyze circuit maps and menus
  • Working knowledge of interpreting blueprints, schematics, and diagrams related to the electrical field
  • Cooperative, self reliant, and service oriented attitude
  • Excellent analytical skills, and good technical understanding to solve issues efficiently; familiar with electrical codes, standards and rules
  • Proficient in national electrical codes and NFPA codes and standards
  • Experienced in AC/DC theory, motor controls, PLC's, installing conduit runs, blueprint/schematics, low and high voltage terminations and splices
  • Capable in Energy management practices, and alternative energy installation
  • Experienced in practicing OHSA safety procedures including LOTO, proper PPE, hand and power tools, and fall protection
  • Able to perform other trade skills including plumbing, flooring, roofing, and some general carpentry
  • Ability to plan and estimate material and costs dealing with project
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office, Word, Excel

Timeline

Electrician/Automation Specialist

EAC Solutions Group
08.2018 - Current

Journeyman Electrican

Industrial Electric
10.2014 - 08.2018

Journeyman Electrician

Sun Electric INC
08.2014 - 10.2014

Journeyman Electrician

Industrial Electric
11.2012 - 01.2014

Apprentice Electrician

Barth Electric
06.2009 - 05.2012

Apprentice Electrician

Indianapolis Electric
11.2008 - 03.2009

Apprentice Electrician

ERMCO
01.2008 - 11.2008

Apprentice Electrician

Barth Electric
04.2007 - 12.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Journeyman Inside Wireman

IBEW Local 481 Apprenticeship
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