Ryan Smith , CUSP
Gulf Breeze,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and detail driven individual with experience and knowledge in the Substation sector of the power delivery industry. Specializing in Substation wiring I have lead crews to the successful completion of dozens of new and modernization projects ranging from Switching Stations to 500kv Transmission Substations. I am a detailed Foreman skilled in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Team-oriented professional with strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Dedicated to quality and clear communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Coordinator
United Utility
Charlotte, NC
08.2024 - Current
- As Safety Coordinator my daily roles include the onboarding and training of new hires, identifying gaps through focused observations for Overhead Distribution, URD, and Substation crews, while coaching crew members on best practices, industry standards, and human performance tools.
- Assist in the development of a state licensed apprenticeship program through T&D Powerskills.
- Assist in the development of focused observation templates inside “Safety Culture” application for in field use, including “Digging Best Practices”, “DOT Road Checks”, “House Keeping”, “JSA Observations”, “Proper Cover Up” and more.
- Conduct regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
- Participate in the development of Injury and Illness Prevention Programs.
- Complete incident investigations.
- Train new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
- Provide customers with safety related documentation and data for TRIR record keeping.
- Conduct daily safety briefings with Senior Leadership.
Substation Wiring Foreman
Coastal Electrical Construction
Pensacola, Florida
05.2020 - 08.2024
- As a Substation Foreman my responsibilities included leading my team in the completion of 115kv-500kv projects. My scope of work varied from modernization upgrades to ground up new builds.
- Received and inventoried material.
- Ohmed/Meggered cables to verify conductor and insulation integrity.
- QA/QC all work to verify the best outcome for customers.
- I conducted daily Pre Job Hazard Analysis with my team to identify hazards and discuss mitigations to reach our daily goal of Zero injuries.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
Substation Construction/Wiring Lead
Elgin Power Solutions
Beaver, Alaska
09.2019 - 05.2020
- In my role I lead 15 Substation Technicians to the successful completion of new 345kv Substation projects.
- Coordinated with project manager daily to provide progress updates for deadlines and material needs.
- Coordinated with 3rd party contractors during Job Safety Briefing to discuss hazards such as overhead welding of bus work, crane work, etc.
- Ensured proper tools and equipment were available for the tasks to be performed.
- Trained employees on proper use of substation testing equipment.
Field Service Technician
Self Employed
Odessa, Texas
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Inspected and tested electrical components for proper operation.
- Maintained records of work performed on electrical systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations of all motors, mechanics, and electrical systems on site.
- Calibrated instruments used to measure voltage, current and resistance levels in circuits.
- Troubleshot EMCS and variable frequency drive systems to correct and rectify issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Technology
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK05-2010
Skills
- Project management
- Safety management
- Hazard assessment
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer service
- Technical troubleshooting
- Documentation skills
- Effective communication
- Quality assurance
- Fault analysis
- Electrical schematics
- Transformer installation
- Grounding systems
- Control wiring
- Electrical testing
- Task delegation
- Problem solving
- Material management
- Technical training
- Control systems
- Wiring techniques
Credentials
- (CUSP) Certified Utility Safety Professional
- OSHA ET&D Gen 2 Trainer
- HSI CPR/AED and Fist Aid Instructor
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
United Utility
08.2024 - Current
Substation Wiring Foreman
Coastal Electrical Construction
05.2020 - 08.2024
Substation Construction/Wiring Lead
Elgin Power Solutions
09.2019 - 05.2020
Field Service Technician
Self Employed
03.2017 - 05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Technology
University of Alaska Anchorage