Randy Lester
Griffin,GA
Summary
Proficient Journeyman Electrician adept at mentoring junior electrical workers and training on correct safety procedures, building codes and finishing strategies. Motivational leader solves routine and complex problems with resourceful and experienced approach.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 613
Atlanta, GA
04.2000 - Current
- Assisted in the development of apprentices, training them in electrical concepts and safety procedures.
- Maintained and repaired complex electrical systems, including wiring, conduit, switchgear and control panels.
- Inspected existing electrical systems to identify potential problems and recommend solutions.
- Installed new lighting fixtures, receptacles, switches and other components as needed.
- Troubleshot issues with existing electrical systems and identified faulty components or connections.
- Adhered to all applicable codes, regulations and safety standards when performing work duties.
- Managed a team of electricians while providing technical guidance as needed.
- Read blueprints or schematics accurately to determine locations of circuits or equipment.
- Ordered necessary materials from vendors in a timely manner to prevent delays on job sites.
- Assigned tasks to junior electricians according to their skill level and experience.
- Monitored progress of projects throughout completion and ensured deadlines were met.
- Performed rough-in, termination and underground work.
Electrician
Parmer Electric
Fayetteville, Georgia
10.1993 - 03.2000
- Class II electrical work
- Conducted troubleshooting operations on complex industrial machinery requiring advanced knowledge of electricity.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems using schematics diagrams and test instruments such as digital multimeters.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in both commercial and residential construction.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
Residential Electrician
Livingston Electrical Associates
Atlanta, Georgia
10.1991 - 09.1993
- Performed electrical installation and repair on residential buildings, including wiring, circuit breakers, outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, transformers and motors.
- Diagnosed problems with existing wiring by using testing equipment such as multimeters and ohmmeters.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring components in accordance with local building codes and safety standards.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
Electrician
Turner Broadcasting and CNN Center
Atlanta, Georgia
05.1988 - 09.1991
- Inspected and tested circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motors, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as switches, fuses, relays, contactors and timers.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools or soldering iron.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery by running conduit lines between machines.
- Changed fixtures, ballasts and lamps
Education
Vocational Studies - Electromechanics
Jonesboro Senior High School
Jonesboro, GA05-1987
Skills
- Lighting Design
- Power Distribution
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Commercial construction experience
- Equipment Installation
- Emergency Repairs
- Safety awareness
- Class A Journeyman Electrician
- Hand and power tools
- Building Codes
- Apprentice training
Certification
- OSHA 10 and 30
- Tank Level monitoring systems
- Lift certified, forklift certified, lull licensed, crane rigging and signaling certified
Accomplishments
- Mercedes Benz Stadium/Arena
- International Airport Atlanta
- Children's Hospital of Atlanta
- Piedmont Atlanta
- Egleston Hospital
- Truist Park
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 613
04.2000 - Current
Electrician
Parmer Electric
10.1993 - 03.2000
Residential Electrician
Livingston Electrical Associates
10.1991 - 09.1993
Electrician
Turner Broadcasting and CNN Center
05.1988 - 09.1991
Vocational Studies - Electromechanics
Jonesboro Senior High School
- OSHA 10 and 30
- Tank Level monitoring systems
- Lift certified, forklift certified, lull licensed, crane rigging and signaling certified
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