Journeyman Electrician Facilities Management
Resume:
James Michael Gatton
Electrician – Mechanic Active TS/SCI Clearance
Maryland Journeyman Electrician’s License
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Work Experience
Electrician - Journeyman
Tower Facilities Management
September 2023 to present
Location: William J. Clinton Building, Washington, DC Was the sole journeyman electrician for maintenance, repair and installation of all electrical needs for a one million square foot building complex in downtown Washington, DC. Responsible for maintaining, repairing or replacing switchgears, motors, solenoids, fan coil units. Checking all operations, voltages, amperages; replacing bulbs, ballasts or entire lighting units, reconfiguring existing fixtures. Maintenance of, including repairing or replacing electrical panels and breakers; serviced all receptacles and switches and replace or repair as needed; installed, assembled and bent conduit, flex, EMT and schedule 40; Megger testing wiring for resistance.
Inspected and isolated issues, then repaired varied electrical malfunctions using test instruments such as voltmeters, multimeters, continuity testers and ground resistance testers. Planned layouts and wiring for new installations, fabricated electrical parts when necessary; inspected electrical work done by outside contractors; estimated time and materials for electrical projects; did light carpentry work as needed for installations. Installed disconnect switches, metering devices for high voltage applications in switchgears and transformers; did troubleshooting and repair of auto door opener/closers. Proficient with electrical distribution system for entire building complex. Competent in fire alarms, alarm systems, emergency power supplies and lighting controls. I work well independently, as well as on a team. Available to work all hours of overtime, including overnights for power shut-downs.
Electrician – Journeyman
MC Dean Electric – Tysons Corner, VA
August 2022 to August 2023
Location: Fort George Meade, MD
Installed and repaired a variety of electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and other transmission equipment.
Inspected and tested systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications and detected, located and repaired or replaced malfunctions. Complied with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area. CPR Certified. Extensive experience bending various size conduits; performing preventive maintenance on electrical systems; pulling wire; planning and constructing rough-ins for switches, plugs and panels.
Adept at working standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment. Tested electrical currents or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment. Knowledge and understanding of the current National Electrical Code (NEC). Worked in extreme weather conditions in summer and winter, digging trenches to run conduit and pull wire through. I possess the ability to work from drawings, blueprints & schematics; follow written procedures; I am able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks. I work well in a team setting as well as independently. Electrician – Journeyman
RCD Electric – Purcellville, VA January 2022 to August 2022 Location: Fort George Meade, MD
Installed and repaired a variety of electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and other transmission equipment.
Adept at working standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment. Tested electrical currents or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment. Knowledge and understanding of the current National Electrical Code (NEC). Able to work from drawings, layouts, blueprints, or other specifications, locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment. Inspected and tested systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications and detected, located and repaired or replaced malfunctions. Electrician – Mechanic
EMD LLC – Alexandria, VA
April 2021 to November 2021
Location: Numerous locations including Virginia, West VA & Dominican Republic US Embassy Installed and repaired a variety of electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and other transmission equipment.
Capable of working standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment. Tested electrical currents or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment. Knowledge and understanding of the current National Electrical Code (NEC). Able to work from drawings, layouts, blueprints, or other specifications, locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment.
Inspected and tested systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications and detected, located and repaired or replaced malfunctions. Complied with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area. CPR Certified. Worked in a SIC room, ran fiber optic cable, welded fiber optic, installed FO in interface cabinets, and ran CAT6 for interface purposes. Extensive experience bending various size conduits; performing preventive maintenance on electrical systems; pulling wire; planning and constructing rough-ins for switches, plugs and panels. Able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks. I work well in a team setting as well as independently.
Electrician – Journeyman
SciTech Services, Inc. - Havre de Grace, MD
April 2019 to April 2021
Location: Fort Belvoir Army Installation, 300 Compound, Fort Belvoir, Virginia Performed electrical tasks and supported electrical solutions associated with the renovation and reconfiguration of office, laboratory, and general industrial spaces. Experience in troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)/Control Systems; bending various size conduits; performing preventive maintenance on electrical systems; pulling wire; plan and conduct rough ins for switches, plugs and panels; wire or rewire HVAC installations; conduct maintenance and repair of existing electrical infrastructure; read schematics and blueprints; Installing Power Distribution Stations. I have knowledge of 3 phase motors and distribution systems; know lock out/tag out procedures; and I have an understanding of OSHA, NEC, NFPA codes and other life safety monitoring systems. I am CPR certified. Worked in extreme weather conditions in summer and winter, digging trenches to run conduit and pull wire through. I possess the ability to work from drawings, blueprints & schematics; follow written procedures, prioritize and perform multiple tasks. I work well in a team setting as well as independently.
Electrician - Mechanic
Line Load Electrical Contractors - Waldorf, MD
July 2014 to February 2019
• Worked as a mechanic for a commercial electrical contractor Highlights of job sites worked: Was able to maintain clearance to work on Andrews Air Force Base, Suitland, MD, Andrews AFB Helicopter Ops Building for 18 months; Dahlgren NAV SEA, Dahlgren, VA; Billingsley Road Convalescent Home, Waldorf, MD; Recovery Centers of America, Waldorf, MD; Billingsley Elementary School, Waldorf, MD; Nissan Dealership, Hollywood, MD; Brandywine Medical Building, Brandywine, MD Installed hospital wiring according to medical code; installing liquid tight to RTUs / roof top air conditioning units; Installed site lighting, ran interior lighting, conduit, bending pipe customized to fit; Installed schedule 40 for exterior lighting; Ran wire to panels and hung interior lights; Installed GFI's, 3 and 4 way OCC sensor lighting switches; worked from scaffolding, ladders, in crawl spaces running wire/ pulling wire; installed duct detectors for smoke alarm systems; Close to 5 years’ experience with one contractor and multiple job sites, in all seasons, extreme hot and cold temperatures, indoor and outdoor work. Education
Vocational in Mechanics
Diesel Institute of America
Academic courses in Business / Accounting
Maryland University
High School Diploma in General Academic
Bowie High School
Skills
Over 19 years experience as an electrician; Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Electrical Blueprints and schematics
Military Service
Branch: United States Marine Corps 1977-1983
Certifications/Licenses Valid Maryland Real ID driver’s license with no points Maryland Journeyman’s Electrician License
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
In 2001-02, I worked in Arlington to rebuild the Pentagon after 9/11. Attached is a letter of commendation.
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