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Willie Mills

Winter Haven,FL

Summary

Seasoned Electrician with a robust background in electrical installations, repairs, and troubleshooting, honed across roles at companies like Associated Electric. Expert in wiring installation and a proven mentor to apprentices, enhancing team skills and safety practices. Achieved significant reductions in downtime through efficient problem-solving and collaboration on large-scale projects.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrician

Associated Electric
  • 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.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
  • Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
  • Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
  • Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
  • Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
  • Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within new builds.
  • Coordinated with other tradespeople seamlessly during large-scale installations or renovations to ensure smooth project progressions.
  • Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.

Electrician

Superior Skilled Trades
01.2020 - 03.2023
  • Interpreted electrical blueprints to ensure accurate installation and maintenance of systems.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Contributed to safer work environments by strictly following safety protocols and conducting regular risk assessments.

Electrician

Clark Electrical Services
02.2019 - 03.2021

Electrical role as lead man. Installation of switch gear, panels, and automatic transfer switches.

  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.

Electrician

Grassland Enterprises Electrical
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Worked as Leadman/Foreman. Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work. Used excavator to trench feeder and site lighting
  • Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
  • Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.

Industrial Electrician

Brock Industrial
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Collaborated with engineers and other technicians for the successful completion of various industrial projects.
  • Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
  • Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.

Electrical Apprentice

Terry's Electric
01.2014 - 03.2017
  • Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
  • Gained proficiency in operating various power tools such as drills, saws, crimpers, and wire strippers for efficient completion of electrical tasks.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.

Education

Associates In Electrical Trades And Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Southern Technical College
Winter Haven, FL
02.2013

Skills

  • Wiring installation
  • Electrical repairs
  • Electrical installation
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Excavation

Timeline

Electrician

Superior Skilled Trades
01.2020 - 03.2023

Electrician

Clark Electrical Services
02.2019 - 03.2021

Electrician

Grassland Enterprises Electrical
01.2019 - 01.2021

Industrial Electrician

Brock Industrial
01.2018 - 12.2018

Electrical Apprentice

Terry's Electric
01.2014 - 03.2017

Electrician

Associated Electric

Associates In Electrical Trades And Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Southern Technical College
Willie Mills