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CHRIS SULLIVAN
*********@*****.*** 845-***-**** Chester, NY 10918
Knowledgeable Lead Foreman with strong safety record and dedication to quality. Performs thorough inspections, troubleshoots problems and develops improvement plans. Over 19 years of accumulated experience in construction and or building of substation from start to finish. Ability of changing out old or faulty equipment with high voltage of 345kv transmission to 13.2kv . distribution. Works well with planning and maintaining relationships w contractors during the process of all projects.
Orange and Rockland Utilities Spring
Valley, NY
Lead Foreman Substation
04/2000 - Current
Analyzed specifications and blueprints to coordinate electrical installations.
Interpreted code requirements for wire and conduit sizes to accurately complete electrical installations.
Dug trenches to lay conduit, lifted heavy objects and performed other physically-demanding tasks to complete projects.
Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems. Identified and addressed hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspection of electrical equipment.
Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support. Oversaw project details and adhered to diagnosis, wiring and OSHA regulations.
Selected equipment and fixtures to draft wiring layouts and develop plans for installation according to project specifications. Installed cables, conductors and wire trays and completed necessary hook-ups for primary power lines.
Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to correctly assemble panels and control boxes.
Collaborated with architects and electrical and mechanical engineers on continuous improvement efforts to optimize reliability and value. Developed accurate estimates and proposals to perform electrical installations and troubleshooting.
Troubleshot EMCS and variable frequency drive systems to correct and rectify issues.
Participated in pre-construction meetings to negotiate prices, terms of sales Summary
Experience
and service agreements.
Trained facility engineering staff on proper machinery rebuild or repair techniques to minimize critical equipment downtime. Maintained records, prepared reports and ordered equipment. Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment. Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs. Collected and organized materials required for each project. Diagnosed faults and developed correction plans.
Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment. Monitored job site parts and equipment.
Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity. Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
Inspected rigging and scaffolding for safety and reliability. Supported project quality assurance and quality control planning for assigned tasks.
Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
Planned material and equipment needs to drive on-time delivery in concert with project schedule.
Valley Central High School Montgomery, NY
High School Diploma
06/1985
Orange County Community College Middletown, NY
Some College (No Degree) in Business
Schematics and Blueprints
Time Management
Job Planning
Work Planning and Prioritization
Workplace Safety
Scaffolding Set up
Construction Vehicles Operation
Construction Management
Fall Protection
Worker Supervision
Schedule Determination
Multi-Project Coordination
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Materials Estimation
Dependable and Hardworking
Equipment Safety Verification
Education and Training
Skills
Job Site Management
Crew Scheduling
Site Inspection
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
OSHA Compliance
Employee Training
Project Leadership
Daily Reporting
Production Optimization
Problem Solving
Team Leadership
Hand and Power Tool Operation
Safe Operating Procedures
Multitasking and Prioritization
Verbal and Written Communication
Decision Making