Shirell Matthews
Staten Island,New York
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Light Maintainer (Electrician)
Mta New York City Transit
Brooklyn, NY
07.2024 - Current
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint root causes of electrical failures accurately, minimizing repair timeframes for clients.
Maintenance Worker
NYCHA
Staten Island, NY
04.2023 - Current
- Installed new toilet bowls
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Replaced light bulbs in indoor and outdoor fixtures and checked smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for proper functionality.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
Electrician Helper
NYCHA
Brooklyn, NY
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
Electrician
Kleinknecht Electric Company
New York, NY
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Completed full apprenticeship program to become qualified Electrician.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
Apprentice Electrician
Rockmor Electric
Queens, NY
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Identified and studied electrical problems to determine correct solutions.
Electrical Apprentice
EGG Electric
New York, NY
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Optimized work readiness with organized tools and spaces.
Education
Associate of Arts - Labor And Industrial Relations
SUNY Empire State College
New York, NYGraduated Academic Diploma -
Curtis High School
Staten Island, NYSkills
- Attention to Detail
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical installation
- Electrical repairs
Education
true
Timeline
Light Maintainer (Electrician)
Mta New York City Transit
07.2024 - Current
Maintenance Worker
NYCHA
04.2023 - Current
Electrician Helper
NYCHA
07.2022 - 04.2023
Electrician
Kleinknecht Electric Company
08.2018 - 10.2021
Apprentice Electrician
Rockmor Electric
07.2017 - 09.2018
Electrical Apprentice
EGG Electric
07.2016 - 07.2017
Associate of Arts - Labor And Industrial Relations
SUNY Empire State College
Graduated Academic Diploma -
Curtis High School