Vahndel Pattillo
Durham,NC
Summary
With over three decades of electrical expertise, a standout at Hunt Consulting, I excel in troubleshooting and customer service. Spearheaded safety protocols and led a team of 10-15, achieving significant energy savings. Skilled in both high-voltage installations and empathetic client interactions, my work ensures efficiency and satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Lighting Retrofitter Technician
Hunt Consulting
06.1996 - Current
- Work as a lead providing support and assistance in the repair, and/or replacement of electrical equipment, retrofitting as well as installing updated LED lighting systems for interior and exterior needs including but not limited to ballasts, lamps, sockets, switches, fuses, fixtures, and sensors involving voltages ranging from low voltage wiring 0-10 high voltages 120 to 480 volts. Duties to include: Pipe bending, Installation of drivers for lightning, dimmers and battery backup system. Expertly hangs materials to affixing fixtures, wire pulling, Occupancy Sensors and controls, installation of time clock devices, residential installation of 120v electrical panels, upgrade to 120V-277V, maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines using lockouts/tagouts. Use ladders and aerial platforms (scissor lift/boom lift) and forklift.
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning electrical and mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Conducts root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Responsible for the tracking of inventory and the maintenance of company equipment, as well as detailed reporting.
- Responsible for operating a bucket truck and trailer in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury or property damage, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Worked during the Covid19 Pandemic as a First Responder Electrician
Skills
- Over 30 years of electrical experience!!
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Installation and repair
- Troubleshooting
- Deadline oriented
- Electrical repair
- Project management
Accomplishments
05 - Journey Statewide Electrician, State of MD
Timeline
Professional Lighting Retrofitter Technician
Hunt Consulting
06.1996 - Current