TAESHAWN DRINKARD
Mobile,AL
Summary
Journeyman Electrician with 10+ years of experience installing, testing, inspecting, and commissioning electrical and fire alarm systems in industrial, commercial, shipyard, government, and mission-critical data center environments. Strong background with low and high-voltage power distribution, life safety, and electrical QA/QC, including system start-up, functional testing, protective relay testing, and test documentation. Known for leading crews safely, interpreting complex drawings, and delivering NEC- and NFPA-compliant work. Experienced coordinating with engineers, foremen, inspectors, vendors, and commissioning teams to close punch lists, resolve deficiencies, and turn systems over to the client on schedule.
Overview
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Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dredge (Marine) Electrician
Great Lakes Dredging And Docks
New Orleans, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Devised and implemented updates and resolutions for risk management, compliance maintenance, and design enhancements.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Evaluated finished assemblies for compliance with standard procedures and design requirements.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources, programming automated control systems to safeguard equipment from high voltage.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches, and circuit breakers, enhancing safety by mitigating fire risks and increasing operational versatility.
- Routed and integrated technical and electrical components within project timelines.
- Installed , tested, and maintained 3 Phase motors and motor controllers.
Electrical QA/Electrical QC Inspector
Aeortek
Newport News, VA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed quality control inspections on electrical installations for commercial and light industrial projects, verifying compliance with NEC, project specifications, and company standards.
- Inspected raceways, wire pulls, terminations, panels, lighting, and fire alarm devices to ensure workmanship, phasing, labeling, and torque met requirements.
- Developed and completed inspection checklists, test forms, and QA/QC documentation for rough-in, pre-final, and final inspections.
- Witnessed and documented functional testing, continuity checks, insulation resistance testing, and device verification for electrical and fire alarm systems.
- Identified nonconformances, generated punch lists, and worked with field crews to correct deficiencies before client and AHJ inspections.
- Reviewed drawings, one-lines, and submittals to confirm installations matched design intent and noted redlines for as-built updates.
- Assisted with root-cause analysis on recurring issues and recommended improvements to installation practices to reduce rework and call-backs.
- Supported site safety and QA/QC meetings, communicating quality standards and expectations to technicians and helpers.
Commissioning Specialist
Southern Company Services Inc.
Birmingham, AL
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Perform QA/QC inspections and electrical commissioning activities for mission-critical data center infrastructure.
- Execute pre-functional and functional testing of low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, verifying installation against project specifications, approved submittals, and one-line drawings.
- Perform commissioning of switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, MCCs, and standby generator systems.
- Conduct point-to-point verification, continuity, insulation resistance (meggers), phase rotation, control wiring verification, and equipment operational testing.
- Perform SEL protective relay testing, including functional verification, trip testing, relay settings validation, input/output checks, and coordination with commissioning sequences.
- Supported medium-voltage equipment testing for breakers, protective relays, transformers, and cable insulation to confirm system readiness prior to energization.
- Review construction drawings, electrical schematics, relay settings, and commissioning documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Identified deficiencies, generated punch lists, documented corrective actions, and verified completion before client turnover to ensure project quality.
- Coordinate with engineering teams, construction management, vendors, and subcontractors during startup and integrated systems testing (IST).
- Completed commissioning reports, QA/QC documentation, test records, redlines, and turnover packages to facilitate owner acceptance and project closure.
- Ensure compliance with NEC, NETA, NFPA, OSHA, and project-specific commissioning standards while maintaining a safe work environment.
Marine Electrician
Vigor Marine
Portland, OR
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Inspected electrical systems and components to identify hazards and defects, facilitating timely repairs and adjustments.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
Signal Electrician/Inside Wireman
Bagby & Russell Electric
Theodore, AL
02.2015 - 03.2017
- Inspected transformers and circuit breakers to identify malfunctions, ensuring operational reliability
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Inspected transformers and circuit breakers for malfunctions
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Repaired and replaced equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.
- Designed and implemented layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures in accordance with job specifications and city regulations, enhancing compliance and functionality
- Achieved commercial and industrial certification in electrical systems
- Achieved Department of Transportation certification for electrical safety
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment to ensure uninterrupted service and safety.
Forklift Operator
Fab-Con Inc
Morgan City, LA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Coordinated with lift truck drivers and production personnel to streamline order processing.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and labeled merchandise for timely shipping.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
- Assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ben C. Rain High
Mobile, AL01-2012
Skills
- Electrical installations
- Complex control troubleshooting
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical QA/QC inspections
- Industrial control systems
- Blueprint fluency
- Safety knowledge
- OSHA safety compliance & lockout/tagout
- Power and hand tools
- Marine electrical systems
- Compression equipment repair
- Wire Insulation
- Troubleshoot/repair of compression equipment
- Electrical equipment maintenance
Certification
Journeyman Electrician
OSHA 10 Construction Safety and Health
OSHA 30 Construction Safety and Health
OSHA 510 Construction Safety and Health
First Aid & CPR Certified
Forklift Operator
Twic Card
DOT Certified
Work zone Certified
APEC Certified
Telescoping Boom, Fixed Controls
Telescoping Boom, Rotating Controls
Industrial/ All Purpose Crane
Rigging Certified
Fire Watch Safety Certified
Timeline
Dredge (Marine) Electrician
Great Lakes Dredging And Docks
06.2022 - Current
Electrical QA/Electrical QC Inspector
Aeortek
09.2021 - 06.2022
Commissioning Specialist
Southern Company Services Inc.
03.2019 - 09.2021
Marine Electrician
Vigor Marine
03.2017 - 02.2019
Signal Electrician/Inside Wireman
Bagby & Russell Electric
02.2015 - 03.2017
Forklift Operator
Fab-Con Inc
01.2014 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Ben C. Rain High