Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Eastman Employee Team Recognition
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W. Jeff Gray

Nickelsville,VA

Summary

Electrical Technologist with a proven track record at Eastman, excelling in troubleshooting and optimizing power distribution systems. Demonstrated expertise in hardware maintenance and critical thinking, leading successful capital projects and enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to safety management and quality control, ensuring reliable equipment performance and team collaboration.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Technologist

Eastman
Kingsport, TN
03.2020 - Current

Responsible for daily E&I/Operations Troubleshooting. Responsible for overseeing 10+ Eastman capital projects, smaller projects for B-253 powerhouse and responsible for water quality monitoring equipment.

Coordinate contractor work including proper safety protocols, lockout/tagout and energized work permits. Served as the MOC (Management of Change) Co-Ordinator for B-253, verifying all changes are documented on drawings and procedures. Developed several interlock checks for newly installed electrical equipment.

  • Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
  • Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
  • Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.

Power Distribution Planner

Eastman
Kingsport, TN
10.2017 - 03.2020

Responsible for daily work and shutdown planning for Power distribution groups. Coordinate capital work and update electrical drawings as needed, maintain accurate equipment information.

  • Improved distribution efficiency by optimizing supply chain processes and implementing strategic planning initiatives.

Control System Mechanic/Power Distribution

Eastman
Kingsport, TN
10.1991 - 10.2017

Responsible for maintenance and repair of the high voltage equipment (480V and up) Led teams in installation, troubleshooting and check-out for many projects during this time including substations, 15 KV switchgear, medium voltage motor installations.

  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.

Education

General Honors

Twin Springs High School
Nickelsville, VA
05-1987

Skills

  • Hardware maintenance
  • Machine learning
  • Quality control guidelines
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Inventory coordination
  • Equipment setup
  • Diagnostic procedures
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Quality control and assurance
  • Error troubleshooting
  • Problem diagnostics
  • Equipment operation
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Quality control
  • Installation oversight
  • Safety management
  • Inventory maintenance

Timeline

Electrical Technologist

Eastman
03.2020 - Current

Power Distribution Planner

Eastman
10.2017 - 03.2020

Control System Mechanic/Power Distribution

Eastman
10.1991 - 10.2017

General Honors

Twin Springs High School

Eastman Employee Team Recognition

Over 37 years of proven experience in Electrical Power Distribution, Chosen to lead many projects and awarded several Employee team Recognition awards for my efforts. My work ethic and ability to work well with others is one of my strengths.

W. Jeff Gray