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Craig Renick

Garden City,KS

Summary

Experienced and dependable electrical utility professional with over 15 years of hands-on experience in substation maintenance, relay systems, metering, and electrical diagnostics. Adept in troubleshooting, technical reporting, and team collaboration, with a strong commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous learning. Demonstrates initiative and flexibility while consistently supporting organizational goals, and improving field operations. Dedicated to continuous learning and applying technical knowledge to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance in all aspects of work. Seeking to apply extensive industry knowledge and leadership skills in a Safety Specialist role.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Relay Technician

Victory Electric
Dodge City, KS
12.2024 - Current
  • Program controls, verify settings.
  • Test SCADA system.
  • Update all applicable documentation.
  • Constructed, tested, and maintained substation relay and control systems.
  • Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters.
  • Program and maintain equipment on a variety of devices.
  • Prepared and maintained records detailing tests, repairs and maintenance using software.
  • Troubleshoot voltage regulators, breakers, cap controls Repaired, replaced, and cleaned equipment and components such as circuit breakers, Cap controls.
  • Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters.
  • Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Scheduled and supervised splicing or termination of cables in color-code order.
  • Open and closed switches to isolate defective breakers, performing adjustments or repairs.
  • Analyzed test data to diagnose malfunctions and determine performance characteristics of systems.
  • Constructed, tested, and maintained substation relay and control systems.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Use SEL, Cooper software and program breakers, regulator and cap controls. Pulling sequence of events and verifying data point on controls.

Substation Technician

Victory Electric
Dodge City, KS
06.2018 - 12.2024
  • Prepared and maintained records detailing tests, repairs and maintenance using software.
  • Troubleshoot voltage regulators, breakers, cap controls Repaired, replaced, and cleaned equipment and components such as circuit breakers, Cap controls.
  • Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters.
  • Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Scheduled and supervised splicing or termination of cables in color-code order.
  • Open and closed switches to isolate defective breakers, performing adjustments or repairs.
  • Analyzed test data to diagnose malfunctions and determine performance characteristics of systems.
  • Constructed, tested, and maintained substation relay and control systems.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Use SEL, Cooper software and program breakers, regulator and cap controls. Pulling sequence of events and verifying data point on controls.

Meter Technician

Victory Electric
Dodge City, KS
07.2008 - 06.2018
  • Checked accuracy of meters against previous data and kept detailed reports of inconsistencies.
  • Educated customers to provide information on energy conservation techniques.
  • Answered questions regarding meter readings and deescalated situations regarding tickets or other information.
  • Performed monthly meter tests to determine functionality and reliability.
  • Checked for leaks or damage to identify and report potential issues affecting service quality or billing accuracy.
  • Utilize GPS technology to locate customers accurately and avoid delays.
  • Repaired non-functioning meters and tested to verify operational status.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Conducted energy audits to identify energy-saving opportunities.

Leak Technician

Aquila
Dodge City, KS
09.2007 - 07.2008
  • Check for underground leaks regularly. Keep organized records for KCCC audits. Assist in other areas as needed and fix any leaks I could.

Journeyman Electrician

Meis Electric
Cimarron, KS
02.2004 - 09.2007
  • Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
  • Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
  • Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors, and circuit-breaker panels.
  • Trained junior electrical professionals in proper procedures.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
  • Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
  • Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
  • I studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
  • Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.

Education

Substation Technician Certification Program - Substations

Northwest Lineman College
Meridian, ID
04-2024

Associate Of Science - Criminal Justice

Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS
05.1994

Skills

  • Electrical equipment troubleshooting
  • Substation maintenance and testing
  • Voltage regulation and diagnostics
  • Conduit installation and cable pulling
  • Diagnostic tools proficiency
  • Technical documentation and reporting
  • Equipment programming expertise
  • Safety compliance and personnel protection
  • Fault analysis and data evaluation
  • Computer skills and recordkeeping

Certification

  • CDL Class A driver’s license with a tanker’s enforcement
  • Journeymen Electrician
  • Journeymen Metering Technician
  • Journeymen Substation Technician
  • CPR & First Aid/AED certified

Timeline

Relay Technician

Victory Electric
12.2024 - Current

Substation Technician

Victory Electric
06.2018 - 12.2024

Meter Technician

Victory Electric
07.2008 - 06.2018

Leak Technician

Aquila
09.2007 - 07.2008

Journeyman Electrician

Meis Electric
02.2004 - 09.2007

Substation Technician Certification Program - Substations

Northwest Lineman College

Associate Of Science - Criminal Justice

Garden City Community College

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