Zachary Wilson
Buford,Georgia
Summary
I am seeking a positon where I can expand my knowledge and experience, with opportunities for advancement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Journeyman
Coastal United Utility
06.2024 - Current
- oversee crew in the completion and maintenance of substations
- guaranteeing crews adherence to safety and industry standards to create a safety focused environment
- make sure projects stay on deadline
- verify material on job site is correct and in good condition
- troubleshoot unexpected problems with quick and safe solutions
- Mentor new crew members in the development of their skills
Journeyman
SMS Energy
11.2023 - 06.2024
- My responsibity include specializing in high-voltage electrical substation installation, upkeep, and repair
- Job specifics are to guide the crew in analyzing and deciphering schematics and plans
- demonstrate capacity to operate both individually and together to guarantee the dependability of electrical systems
- Strong technical proficiency paired with an emphasis on efficiency and safety
Substation Tech 3
Timberline
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Responsibilities include but not limited to; perform updates to existing sub stations
- Install underground pipes and pull wire from control house to device location
- Remove old equipment and install new equipment including but not limited to CCVT, PT and breakers
- Calculate the bending points and angles for bus installations
- Building frames and pouring concrete pads and foundations
- Installing ground grid and cable trays for new wire
- Modifying existing steel structures to match the new design
- Install new gang switches and disconnects and adjust them accordingly
- Preform grading and trench digging on mini ex and Skid Steer when applicable
- Rig for heavy lifts
- Install junction boxes and cabinets for new wire connections
- Able to read drawings and diagrams
Foreman/Journeyman
Lee Electrical Construction, Inc.
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Maintenance Foreman responsibilities included: Re-closers; Oil- Based Circuit Breakers and Regulators; clean the Jumpers; perform MEG test on wires going to regulators and breakers
- performed Hipot test on breakers and transformers
- Took apart breakers to perform maintenance which included checking and circulating the oil along with cleaning contacts
- Pad Mount refurbishment program for co-ops which included PMH, PME,3 phase transformers
- Journeyman 2 responsibilities included: Perform substation construction which includes installing structural supports; I beams; installation of switch mechanisms along with putting together A-frames and dead end structure
- Placement of regulators in proper position, as well as hooking the low side jumpers up to the regulators
- Installing ground grid and connecting it to the structure
- Supervision of subcontractor’s installation of 115KVand 230kv transformer pads for substation
- Installing and adjusting gang switches and vertical breaks
- Installed underground pipe for fiber optics and feeders
- Site preparation which includes leveling and placement of gravel
- Plugging in and checking relay panels with diagrams
- Bending and installing bus
- Equipment skills include: Skid Steer, Lull, Digger Truck, Boom truck, Fork Lift, Bucket Truck, Mini Excavator, hydro vac and Trencher
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Engineering Design And Concepts
MILL CREEK HIGH SCHOOL
05.2018
Skills
- Basic Computer skills
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Ability to read Construction Drawings
- Critical thinking
- Team oriented
- Dependable
Timeline
Lead Journeyman
Coastal United Utility
06.2024 - Current
Journeyman
SMS Energy
11.2023 - 06.2024
Substation Tech 3
Timberline
08.2022 - 11.2023
Foreman/Journeyman
Lee Electrical Construction, Inc.
08.2020 - 08.2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Engineering Design And Concepts
MILL CREEK HIGH SCHOOL
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