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RALSTON NUGENT

Pineville,USA

Summary

Highly skilled Substation Technician with comprehensive knowledge in troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electrical substation equipment. Proven ability to interpret complex blueprints and schematics, ensuring accurate installation of machinery. Demonstrated leadership skills with a strong focus on safety protocols and efficiency improvements. Previous impact includes successful reduction of downtime through proactive preventive maintenance measures. Working for various companies such as APC, Prolec GE Waukesha, and Reinhausen MR.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Field service Transformer technician

Pennsylvania Transformer Technology
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
02.2026 - Current

• Installed new transformers ranging from 69 kV to 345 kV

• Tested and processed oil to meet quality standards, ensuring optimal transformer performance

Maintained compliance with safety protocols during transformer testing.

• Responded quickly to emergency situations involving electrical faults or breakdowns.

• performed transformers life extensions such as testing, Regasket and oil processing

Substation Technician

APC
Harvey, Louisiana
05.2022 - 01.2026
  • Maintained and repaired electrical systems in substations.
  • Inspected substation equipment to ensure proper operation and compliance with industry standards.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment and safety protocols.
  • Troubleshot electrical issues during outages to restore service promptly.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues during outages.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting issues that arose during the testing process or after installation of the transformer.
  • Offered technical support to other departments to enhance substation operations.
  • Maintained and adjusted substation equipment and controls to ensure optimal performance.
  • Followed safety guidelines while working in high-voltage environments.
  • Executed grounding and bonding procedures for industrial equipment to ensure safety and compliance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Buckeye High School
Deville

SUBSTATION TECHNICIAN -

APC
Harvey, Louisiana

Skills

  • Transformer installation
  • Transformer testing
  • Transformer maintenance
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Circuit breaker repair
  • Circuit breaker maintenance
  • Switchgear maintenance
  • Substation maintenance
  • Grounding systems
  • High-voltage safety
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Rigging
  • Heavy Equipment Operator
  • 6 G Welding Alum / Steel
  • CPR/AED/First-Aid
  • OSHA 10
  • Twic Card
  • Quality assurance
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Adaptability to change
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Human Performance Training
  • Tap changer maintenance

Timeline

Field service Transformer technician

Pennsylvania Transformer Technology
02.2026 - Current

Substation Technician

APC
05.2022 - 01.2026

High School Diploma -

Buckeye High School

SUBSTATION TECHNICIAN -

APC
RALSTON NUGENT