Proven Journeyman Electrician and Maintenance Lead with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and safety at Green Plains Renewable Energy / Valero Energy. Expert in electrical troubleshooting and project management, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in project completion rates and safety compliance, leveraging skills in NEC code regulations and vendor relationship management.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Aderson Development
01.2021 - Current
Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
Maintenance Lead
Green Plains Renewable Energy / Valero Energy
12.2012 - 11.2020
Improved overall facility safety with regular inspections and hazard identification initiatives.
Developed strong vendor relationships for cost-effective procurement of parts and services.
Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
Completed necessary ISO documentation and records to show compliance.
Collaborated with management to establish budgets and allocate resources effectively.
Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
Repaired and maintained both 3-phase and single-phase motors.
Troubleshot and repaired conveyors, pneumatic systems and steam boilers.
Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
Cooperated closely with other departments in support of cross-functional projects aimed at improving overall company efficiency.
Optimized inventory levels through careful monitoring and forecasting of part usage trends.
Managed emergency repairs efficiently, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
Increased team productivity, managing schedules and delegating tasks to appropriate personnel.
Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
Journeyman Electrician
Jepson Electric
09.1990 - 05.2011
Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal productivity during electrical tasks.
Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
Contributed to successful project outcomes by reading blueprints accurately and executing installations accordingly.
Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
Increased client satisfaction by providing professional and courteous customer service while addressing their electrical needs.
Assisted in design and installation of electrical systems and components.
Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
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