Rufus F. Cunningham Jr.
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Organized Substation Senior A Mechanic, with a successful history in managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Excited about securing career opportunities that promote growth and development within a progressive organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substation Senior A Mechanic (Reassignment)
Potomac Electric Power Company
2021.11 - Current
- Supervise contractors working inside of substations performing upkeep and repairs.
- Ensure that contractors execute tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Provide a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during all maintenance activities.
- Check for storm damage around property and contact supervisor with findings.
- Reduce opportunities for theft and trespassers by securing entrances and exits.
- Facilitate clear communication with management about ongoing projects and completed tasks ensuring transparency regarding progress toward goals.
- Work frequently with HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical contractors to complete inspections and repairs.
- Perform minor repairs on electric gates at various substations.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations requiring immediate attention or repair within substation grounds or buildings, regarding facility maintenance.
- Responsible for scheduling and ensuring monthly Septic Tank cleanings. Organizing lawn care contractors access into substations with e-locks on gates. Organizing salt application and snow removal during inclement weather. Lastly, responsible for coordinating with contractors spraying substations in the effort to control weeds.
Substation Senior A Mechanic
Potomac Electric Power Company
2017.06 - 2021.11
- Inspected and tested high voltage equipment to locate worn and or damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, or defective parts with new components.
- Disassembled damaged, or defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance to preserve performance and reliability of high voltage equipment.
- Completed full equipment inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Facility Maintenance Tech
2016.10 - 2017.02
- Responsible for daily operation of facilities Baler Machine
- Maintained cleanliness of the facility; inside and outside
- Sorted and stocked pallets to be remove from facility by use of forklifts
- Insuring a safe work environment.
Apprenticeship Student, Advanced Manufacturing Cert. Training
2016.06 - 2016.10
- Responsible for testing products or subassemblies for functionality or quality
- Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products
- Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity
- Autodesk Certified User (Internationally recognized from Autodesk)
- Responsible for Creating Drawings, Manipulating Objects, Drawing Organizations and Inquiry Commands, Altering Objects, Working with Layouts, Annotating the Drawings, Dimensioning, Hatching Objects and Working with Reusable content
- Advanced Prototyping and Reverse Engineering- Capabilities include reverse engineering of existing products via 3-D digitalization and Geometric analysis, 3-D printing of prototype models, and computer design and optimization of molds and tools to manufacture newly developed products
- Project-Based Learning- Obtained knowledge of practice based curriculum and advanced manufacturing facilities
- Its goal is to provide a new engineering educational experience that emphasizes the interdependency of design and manufacturing in a business environment.
Warehouse Associate
2012.02 - 2016.03
- Received, counted stock items and record data manually or using computer
- Packed and unpacked items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms and warehouse
- Stored items in an orderly and accessible manner in warehouses, tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas
- Marked stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment
- Cleaned and maintained supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas
- Kept records on use and damage stock items
- Operated forklift and other equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
200 Cabin Branch Rd. Capitol Heights, Md. 2074305.1984
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Preventive Maintenance
- High Voltage Equipment Repair
- Workplace Safety
- Problem diagnosis
- Documentation And Reporting
- Inventory Management
- Systems troubleshooting
- Groundskeeping Expertise
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
- Clear Communication
- Task Prioritization
Accomplishments
- Received a Letter of Commendation from Relay Dept. Supv. Ahmed Awa by completing wiring job at Sub 140 with accuracy and efficiency. Quote," he is expeditious and adequate with wiring craftsmanship that looks like factory done"
Certification
- Advanced Manufacturing Training, Washington, DC, 09/2016
- Job Readiness Training, Certificate of Completion –Project Empowerment, Washington, DC, 05/2016
- CDL Training Course, 01/2017
- ATSSA Certification (Flagger), 02/2017
Timeline
Substation Senior A Mechanic (Reassignment)
Potomac Electric Power Company
2021.11 - Current
Substation Senior A Mechanic
Potomac Electric Power Company
2017.06 - 2021.11
Facility Maintenance Tech
2016.10 - 2017.02
Apprenticeship Student, Advanced Manufacturing Cert. Training
2016.06 - 2016.10
Warehouse Associate
2012.02 - 2016.03
High School Diploma -
Central High School
- Advanced Manufacturing Training, Washington, DC, 09/2016
- Job Readiness Training, Certificate of Completion –Project Empowerment, Washington, DC, 05/2016
- CDL Training Course, 01/2017
- ATSSA Certification (Flagger), 02/2017
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