Douglas R. Drake

***** ****** *******

Dimondale, MI 48821

517-***-****

abhhlc@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

A mid-level position in construction maintenance requiring excellent problem solving skills and extended

knowledge of industrial, commercial and/or residential electrical wiring. Experienced in fabricating, welding,

engine mechanics, reading blueprints, heavy equipment operation and maintaining excellent customer and

employee relations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Have had Master Electrician license since 1987 and have been an industrial electrician for General

Motors for 28 years. Have extensive knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.

• Started as a registered electrical apprentice at the age of 16.

• Made many suggestions during employment with General Motors regarding safety, time savings and

costs that were implemented by the company. Likes the opportunity to troubleshoot and solve problem

situations.

• Have brought many new accounts, one of which was worth millions of dollars to Wolverine Power

Systems. Many customers seeking electrical work from Drake Electric LLC were repeat customers or

referred by other customers.

• Have knowledge and ability to use power tools and operate heavy equipment. Have State of Michigan

CDL with double and triple trailer endorsement. Hobbies include fabricating race cars and building

engines. Have knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, wiring, surveying, concrete forming and pouring.

• Have complete training records for 30 years of employment with General Motors and training certificates

from Windsor Emergency Services. Have been certified in home-standby, commercial, industrial and

multiple paralleling systems by Generac Generator Company.

• Became a fire fighter with Windsor Township Emergency Services in 1999. Have earned the rank of

lieutenant in 2007. Became involved with Eaton County Haz-Mat team attaining the level of "Technician".

Involved in the operations of the department and training of other members.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Have an adept ability for solving complex technical problems. Is a quick study who prides himself on quality

workmanship. Have a wide range of technical expertise in all aspects of construction and the mechanical

workings of gas and diesel engines. In addition to having a Master Electrician license, have a CDL with double

and triple trailer endorsement issued by the State of Michigan. Have ability to drive an 18 wheel tractor and

trailer with a 13 speed transmission.

Electrical Construction

• Master Electrician

• Problem solver

• Does quality work. Doesn't cut corners

• Quick learner

• Excellent people skills

• Drug and alcohol free

• Have the ability to read blueprints and schematics

• Mechanically inclined

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

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Generator Service Technician, 04/2008 - Current

Wolverine Power Systems, Wixom, MI

Generator installation, maintenance and repair. Have brought a multimillion dollar account to Wolverine Power

Systems. Is a top trouble shooter, who is frequently requested by hard to please customers.

• Generator repair and maintenance

• Generator troubleshooting

• Certified by Generac Generators for A and B Phase, commercial and industrial rating, home

standby and multiple parallel systems

Master Electrician/Owner, 04/1986 - 04/2008

Drake Electric LLC, Dimondale, MI

Owner and Master Electrician of a small electrical contracting business for over 20 years. Experienced with

many aspects of electrical contracting including reading blueprints, operating heavy equipment, trenching,

locating underground utilities, bidding while maintaining good customer and employee relations.

• Installed commercial, residential and industrial wiring

• Maintained updated knowledge of all appropriate codes and regulations

• Troubleshoot, repair and update existing electrical service

Journeyman Electrician, 06/1978 - 06/2008

General Motors, Lansing, MI

Provided critical support to plant operations. Installed, updated and repaired electrical service and equipment

within a just in time manufacturing environment.

• Experienced with multi-generations and manufacturers of PLC/CNC equipment.

• Managed electrical construction crews.

EDUCATION

Electrical Construction - Electrical

Lansing Community College, MI

Continuing Education - National Electric Code

Michigan State University, MI

CERTIFICATES / LICENSES

Master Electrician State of Michigan, MI

CDL-A State of Michigan, MI

Fire Fighter I and II State of Michigan, MI

CPR and AED American Heart Association, MI

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HONORS AND ACTIVITIES

Have been an active member of Windsor Township Emergency Services since 1999. Also been a member of the

Eaton County Hazardous Materials Team at technician level since 2003. Was on the Emergency Response

Team at General Motors. Volunteered trenching for the Village of Dimondale dam project in 2008.

NOTES / OTHER INFORMATION

I am a conscientious, reliable employee. In my current position as a Generator Service Technician, I have made

myself available 24 hours a day to respond to emergency calls for Wolverine Power Systems since the beginning

of my employment. As a self-employed electrician, I also responded to emergency electrical calls around the

clock. I believe in doing a job right the first time and to take pride in the job being completed. I am a versatile

worker who can easily move from one type of construction to another.

• Willing to relocate

• Adept in residential, commercial and industrial wiring

• Versatile

• Race car builder

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