Travis Barnes
Ogden,UT
Summary
Reliable and efficient professional with strong communication and customer service skills. Knowledgeable about wide range of electrical systems and electrical components. Takes pride in completing projects on-time and within budget while complying with safety standards and applicable regulations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Machinery Mechanic
Amentum/DLA Hill Air Force Base
07.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in heavy machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks and preventive repairs on various equipment and systems.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex machinery failures, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for machinery maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to modify equipment designs for improved reliability and safety.
- Troubleshot electrical malfunctions, performing necessary repairs to restore equipment functionality.
- Performed routine inspections of machines to identify potential issues before they escalated into costly problems.
- Increased machine longevity through timely replacement of worn parts and components.
- Reduced equipment downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues.
- Coordinated with supervisors to schedule necessary machine downtime for maintenance without disrupting overall production goals.
Electrician
RME INC
08.2014 - 07.2024
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Have been a site foremen for the last 6 years.
- Worked at eBay's Salt Lake side. Preforming a multitude of different jobs, as an apprentice and foreman. Lighting, demolition, installing data racks, fire alarm, both low and high voltage work.
- Ran jobs such as: Taco Bell remodels, Taco Bell ground up new builds, lighting retrofits, tenant improvement, service upgrade, installation of transformers, ATS and generator systems. Fire alarm systems.
- Worked with and along side general contractors such as: Oakland, Layton, ESI, J Reilly and many more.
- Led projects involving installation of energy-efficient lighting systems, contributing to cost savings for clients.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
Framer
Farrell Brothers Construction
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Sanded and finished frames to achieve smooth, professional look.
- Inspected frames, identified issues such as warping, and implemented corrections.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Cut and joined wood, using precise measurements and proper techniques to create frames of different sizes
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Used nail guns, saws and grinders safely and without incident.
- Installed frames and secured to walls and support structures.
Welder
Voyager Manufacturing
03.2011 - 09.2013
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Education
High School Diploma - Electrician
Davis Applied Technology College
Kaysville, UT03.2017
High School Diploma -
Ben Lomond High School
Ogden, UT06.1996
Skills
- Electrical Panel Upgrades
- HVAC Systems
- AC/DC Control Circuitry
- Schematic Design Expertise
- Wiring Termination Requirements
- NEC Codes Understanding
- Staff Management
- Safety Procedures
- Superior Troubleshooting Skills
- Commercial and Industrial Electrician
- Blueprint Fluency
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Construction Methods
- State Electrician's License
- Diagnostic
- Blueprint interpretation
Timeline
Maintenance Machinery Mechanic
Amentum/DLA Hill Air Force Base
07.2024 - Current
Electrician
RME INC
08.2014 - 07.2024
Framer
Farrell Brothers Construction
09.2012 - 08.2014
Welder
Voyager Manufacturing
03.2011 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Ben Lomond High School
High School Diploma - Electrician
Davis Applied Technology College