Wes Merchant

• Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
• Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
• Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
• Remodel of Data Center from 3 MW to 10 MW.
• Assist with construction and overseeing Central Plant while work was be completed.

• Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
• Performed emergency and operational procedures on generators and switchgears ,along with load banking generators.
• Monitor plant and data raised floors on energy management system.
• Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
• Used information in technical diagrams, schematics and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair and/or replace VFDs.

• Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
• Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
• Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
• Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
• Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
• Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
• Assisted in new equipment installations, guaranteeing proper setup and optimal performance.
• Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
• Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing faulty electrical components promptly.
• Enhanced team productivity through training junior technicians on best practices and procedures.
• Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as multimeters and thermal imaging cameras to accurately diagnose electrical issues.
• Remodels of office space and all other remodels.
• Optimized energy consumption by retrofitting existing systems with energy-efficient solutions.

• Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
• Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
• Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
• Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
• Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
• Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
• Improved reliability of electrical systems by conducting thorough inspections and updates.

• Enhanced communication between departments, facilitating prompt responses to maintenance requests and reducing delays in repairs.
• Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
• Managed vendor relationships for timely delivery of parts and services, ensuring smooth operations within the facility.
• Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
• Managed maintenance team of 6 employees and coordinated repair schedule according to priority level.

• Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
• Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
• Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
• Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
• Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
• Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.

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Commercial apprentice at Ford and Cox Center downtown OKC. Now the Paycom Center.