Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Sylvester Hunter

Chicago,IL

Summary

Experienced Field Project Manager with more than 13 years of dedicated performance and history of establishing standards of excellence. Developed continuous improvements in planning and implementation phases of each project. Creates environments where staff members feel comfortable questioning and contributing to new ideas that drive company growth

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Electromechanical Technician

The Royal Group
09.2023 - Current
  • Observed equipment functioning to detect electronic and mechanical hazards or problems for service, repair or replacement.
  • Reduced machinery downtime with thorough preventive maintenance plans and timely repairs.
  • Investigated electrical malfunctions with a multimeter and temperature probe test instruments to determine problems and apply solutions.
  • Installed and modified equipment to minimize material waste, facilitate future maintenance and avoid hazardous and unreliable equipment performance.
  • Repaired, maintained and installed motors, drives and wiring devices.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during installation, maintenance, and repair of electromechanical equipment.

Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee

Norfolk Southern Corp
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Performed FRA regulatory tests and inspections of the signals systems and crossings
  • Installed, repaired, maintained, tested, and inspected various equipment such as signal lights, switch machines, electrical switch locks, switch circuit controllers as well as crossing warning devices
  • Performed cable locates, painting and housekeeping of signal housings and equipment
  • Used a variety of hand tools and test instruments to carry out assigned duties
  • Dug holes and trenches to lay cables, wiring apparatus, set foundations, and installed equipment.

Lampman

Dept. of Transportation
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Troubleshoot lighting circuit using multimeter
  • Use hand tools to repair or replace damaged fixtures and components
  • Repair or replace damaged wiring
  • Ground support and traffic control.
  • Document all repairs
  • Adapt to new situations
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and written

Lead Electromechanical Technician

The Royal Group
10.2020 - 08.2022
  • Observed equipment functioning to detect electronic and mechanical hazards or problems for service, repair or replacement.
  • Reduced machinery downtime with thorough preventive maintenance plans and timely repairs.
  • Investigated electrical malfunctions with a multimeter and temperature probe test instruments to determine problems and apply solutions.
  • Installed and modified equipment to minimize material waste, facilitate future maintenance and avoid hazardous and unreliable equipment performance.
  • Repaired, maintained and installed motors, drives and wiring devices.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during installation, maintenance, and repair of electromechanical equipment.

Industrial Painter/Mechanical and Electrical Assembly

Sciaky, INC
04.2019 - 10.2020
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal results.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting and assembly process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Ensured a safe working environment through proper use of protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and resource availability.

Foreman/Operator

Entact LLC
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Utilize equipment to load and unload materials example: Forklift, skidsteer, and front-end loader
  • Ensuring safety of materials and proper storage
  • Basic Maintenance and inspection of equipment
  • Keep detailed record of materials unloaded and loaded
  • Coordinating with workers and ensuring safe execution of work activities
  • Removal of contaminated materials from soil, concrete, or machinery
  • By using hand tools, pneumatic hammers and scalers, chain hoists, track dump trucks, sandblasters, pallet jacks, pressure washers, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, grinders, chainsaws, and concrete saws
  • Restore remediated areas by installing erosion controls for soils, coating industrial floors or equipment, or encapsulating with concrete or encapsulating paint.

Field Project Manager

Viasant LLC
08.2004 - 06.2018
  • Coordinated crew for the safe execution of work activities
  • Safely remove and store hazardous materials for disposal in dumpsters, Gaylord boxes, drums, super sacks, and vacuum trucks
  • Use of various chemicals to clean or remove hazardous materials
  • Kept detailed log of the work activities and storage of hazardous materials
  • Use of heavy equipment (forklifts, skidsteer, aerial lifts and excavators) to assist in removal and storage of hazardous materials
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and safety guidelines throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Contributed significantly to overall organizational growth by consistently delivering exceptional results within tight deadlines.
  • Delivered high-quality results by implementing rigorous quality control measures and monitoring progress.
  • Communicate with vendors and suppliers to coordinate delivery of supplies and equipment
  • Keep detailed Log of purchase orders
  • Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment
  • Removal of contaminated materials from soil, concrete, or machinery
  • By using hand tools, pneumatic hammers and scalers, chain hoists, track dump trucks, sandblasters, pallet jacks, pressure washers, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, grinders, chainsaws, and concrete saws
  • Restore remediated areas by installing erosion controls for soils, coating industrial floors or equipment, or encapsulating with concrete or encapsulating paint.

Education

Skills

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Work effectively in fast-paced environment
  • Skilled at woking independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Proven ability to learn and adapt to new situations
  • Excellent communications skills both verbal and written
  • System Testing
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Electromechanical Repair
  • Field Coordination
  • Scope Management
  • Health and safety

References

Reference upon request

Timeline

Electromechanical Technician

The Royal Group
09.2023 - Current

Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee

Norfolk Southern Corp
01.2023 - 08.2023

Lampman

Dept. of Transportation
08.2022 - 10.2022

Lead Electromechanical Technician

The Royal Group
10.2020 - 08.2022

Industrial Painter/Mechanical and Electrical Assembly

Sciaky, INC
04.2019 - 10.2020

Foreman/Operator

Entact LLC
06.2018 - 03.2019

Field Project Manager

Viasant LLC
08.2004 - 06.2018

Sylvester Hunter