Terry Westmoreland
Mobile,AL
Summary
Marine electrical professional well-prepared for demanding roles, offering extensive hands-on experience in system installations, maintenance, and diagnostics. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and consistently delivering reliable solutions under varying conditions. Known for adaptability and thorough understanding of marine electrical systems and safety protocols.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Electrician
Austal Usa Careers
Mobile, AL
01.2017 - 12.2025
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls.
- Consulted with supervisor electrician regarding likely risks associated with assigned job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, including switches, relays and circuit breaker panels.
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Assessed electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and needed adjustments or repairs.
- Applied knowledge of trade tools and ability to read and follow blueprints and wiring plans to projects.
- Effectively worked with multi-craft team; providing wiring installation, preventive maintenance and testing of equipment.
Marine Electrician Apprentice
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
02.2013 - 01.2017
- Reported violations of regulations, applicable laws, and company policies immediately and took appropriate action.
- Worked closely with other personnel including design staff and VP of engineering to help achieve successful product launch.
- Analyzed survey reports, specifications, maps and topography data for product planning and development.
- Oversaw preventative maintenance of air compressors and turbine generators.
- Utilized best practices and troubleshooting techniques to resolve machinery issues.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Tested cables using tools such as volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers and signal level meters.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction
- Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
- Connect electrical systems to outside power source
- Install conduit, lighting fixtures and electrical outlets
- Inspect and maintain electrical motors and equipment
- Install alarm systems or electrical control panels
- Maintain and repair existing electrical systems within any facility
Education
W.P. Davidson High
Mobile, AL4 2011
Skills
- NEC code regulations
- Electrical panel upgrades
- AC/DC control circuitry
- Equipment calibration
- Conduit fabrication
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Electrical Installations and Schematics
- Safety and compliance
- Control circuit troubleshooting
- Blueprint fluency
- Electrical code compliance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical safety
- Marine electrical systems
- Marine electronics
- Transformer maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Electrical installations
Timeline
Marine Electrician
Austal Usa Careers
01.2017 - 12.2025
Marine Electrician Apprentice
Ingalls Shipbuilding
02.2013 - 01.2017
W.P. Davidson High