David Wise
Philadelphia, Pa. 19124, United States
Cell: 267-***-****
***********.**@*****.***
Industrial and Commercial Electrician
OBJECTIVE
Ready to apply over 30 years of electrical experience and knowledge to a growth oriented organization
with advancement potential. I take pride in carrying a professional attitude on the job and when dealing
with customers and fellow workers.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Install and repair wiring; lighting fixtures; production equipment and power distribution devices for
electrical projects following blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Construct instrument panels according to specifications and technical manuals.
• Able to inspect and maintain 13.2 KV primary distribution equipment using multimeters and meggers.
• Work safely on circuits using 120, 277, and 480 volts.
• Control inventory management functions for all electrical and electronic supplies which resulted in
accurate inventory levels.
• Professional in all types of tubing installation and wire pulling.
• Complete understanding and respect for safety rules and codes applicable in electrical field.
• Test voltage, resistance, and phase angle in circuits, using voltmeters, ohmmeters, and phase
rotation indicators. .
• Trained and experienced with all kinds of high reaches, fork lifts and pneumatic or hydraulic
equipment and machinery used to move or reach electrical devices or machinery.
• Capable to install and service street lighting and pole lighting using scissor lifts; bucket trucks and
high reach service vehicles.
• Expert in the use of a large range of hand tools and power tools.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
U.S. Navy Electrical Technology School, Great Lakes, Illinois
Electricians Certificate. Electrical and electronic instrument reading and component installation and
understanding.
LYONS TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, Philadelphia, Pa
Electrical blueprint reading, Motor control technology, Commercial and Industrial power installation
studies.
Allen Bradley PLC Training seminars, Philadelphia, Pa.
Periodically attend Programmable logic seminars to better understand constant changes in the area of
production machinery controls.
Mike Hunt Code Standard seminars
Every 3 years the NFPA Introduces meetings to understand changes and questions about the National
Electrical codes and standards.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Aerotek/Rhoads Inc., Philadelphia, Pa
Industrial Electrician, 1/2015 - 2/2015
• Responsible for all electrical evaluations and installations of power and lighting needed for the
demolition then construction of Rhoads industrial facility Building 57 in Philadelphia Navy Yard.
• Relied upon to safely reinstall existing fixtures and equipment which had previously been damaged or
partially demolitioned.
• Used my experience and knowledge to properly install and repair power equipment and controls in
other Rhoads facilities. also determine and install proper lighting above production areas so work can
be done safely.
• Worked on and troubleshoot overhead cranes which had been stripped of equipment and had been
improperly setup. Reinstalled copper and aluminum wires and cables which had been removed.
• Spearheaded locations and material lists for the construction of office areas and Industrial areas.
• Solely investigated and mapped out locations of existing wiring and power locations so that they may
be safely used again if needed.
City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Airport
Industrial Electrician 2, 3/2011 - 8/2014
• Troubleshoot, repair and install lighting fixtures on all taxiways and airfields as well as inside and
outside of airline terminals.
• Inspect, maintain and repair 13.2 KV primary distribution equipment, switchgear and transformers.
• Sustain production of large production equipment such as pumps, incinerators, heat exchangers and
power regulators.
• Maintain and repair old and newly installed AC and DC power regulation equipment.
Jet Plastica Inc., Hatfield, Pa.
Facilities Electrician, 2/2007 - 3/2011
• Repair, maintenance and installation of electrical, electronic and mechanical components.
• Use desktop and laptop workstations to troubleshoot problem sources on PLC and VFD program
controlled equipment.
• Assist other trades to pinpoint electrical, mechanical and pneumatic problems.
• Work on construction and power distribution projects as needed.
• Gained further knowledge with AC/DC motor control, digital temperature controllers, solid state
relays, PLC's and plastic injection molding process.
Allied Tube and Conduit, Philadelphia, Pa.
Maintenance Electrician, 2/2003 - 2/2007
• Repair and maintain high speed production machinery.
• Aligned and calibrated zinc pot temperature control system using specialized tools and test
equipment.
• Analyzed problems and repaired all electrical equipment including variable motor drive and PLC
controlled systems.
• Calibrated test station for use with high frequency seam welders.
• Trained operations managers to use statistical process control for better understanding of production
line performance.
• Conducted useful Load Verification Tests for hoists and cranes.
• Work on construction and power distribution projects as needed.
• Ensured efficient operation for receiving imports, stock allocations, inventory controls, order picking
and packing, and all aspects of shipping customer orders on a timely and cost effective basis
• Coordinated machinery maintenance schedules and building facilities team
• Received orders and prepared merchandise for shipping
• Provided technical guidance and supervision to personnel
Bala Electric, Bala, Cynwyd Pa.
Electrician, 3/1998 - 2/2003
• Commercial and residential construction.
• Blueprint reading, conduit bending, wire pulling, fixture installation, personnel supervision.
• 200, 400 and 1200 amp power service installations.
• Street lighting, parking lot lighting and custom residential lighting.
Webcraft Inc., Chalfont, Pa.
Maintenance Electrician, 6/1990 - 6/1995
• Accountable for web press installations and repair.
• Experience with high speed roll to roll and offline conversion printing.
• Controls for high frequency motor drives, pushbutton motor control stations, plc technology, welding
equipment and power transformer installations.
• Responsible for all electrical needs throughout facility.
• Trained to install, move and reinstall electrical and electronic equipment and devices on all in house
presses.