Maintenance Technician Electrical
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OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position as an Industrial/Electrical Maintenance Technician
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Highly skilled electrical maintenance technician with thirty years of experience working on all phases of industrial, commercial, and institutional/municipal projects. Excellent mechanical, problem-solving and time-management skills. Reputation for attention to detail and commitment to high quality. Well-versed in NEC and OSHA standards.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Expertise in all phases of electrical construction and installation, including system upgrades and retrofits
Proficient in reading and working from blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics
Accomplished in planning layout and installation of wiring and fixtures as per specifications and local codes
Strong troubleshooting ability to resolve electrical and mechanical problems
Trained in lock out-tag out
Experienced in performing preventive maintenance and service/repair of installed systems
Self-starter who is able to work independently with little supervision, as well as part of a team
Skilled in project planning and collaborating with other trades/contractors to prioritize and organize work
Able to efficiently direct work of and instruct other electricians, helpers, and apprentices
Excellent communication skills (fluent in English and Spanish) and ability to write routine reports
Knowledge of industrial wiring and controls
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
DMS Facility Services/Advent Global Solutions, Inc. [for CBRE] (2023 to 2024): Facilities maintenance in industrial settings for Caterpillar Inc. and Johnson Controls Navy Systems, using skills derived through previous positions.
TekWissen LLC/Aerotek/Tradesmen International/Grus Personnel (2017-2023): Commercial/industrial electrician and electrical maintenance mechanic at various construction sites (for R.S. Martin and Hull Electric) and industrial settings (for Leer Electric at UPS hub; Hertzler Electric at Armstrong World Industries), using key skills listed in positions below.
Georgia-Pacific Corporation, Mt. Wolf, PA (2016): Electrical and mechanical maintenance at corrugated/solid fiber box manufacturing facility. Key skills included ensuring operation of electrical systems and equipment; conveyor systems (sensors, limit switches, E-stops); 480v; transformers; voltage regulators; machinery wiring; troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of electrical equipment/components (e.g. belts, relays, switches, sensors, motors, position-sensing devices, lighting); replacement of chains, belts, cylinders, gears, gear boxes, rollers, etc.; routine safety inspections and preventive maintenance.
Dura-Bond Pipe, Steelton, PA (2015): Electrical and mechanical maintenance at large-diameter steel pipe manufacturing/coating/distribution facility. Key skills included set-up and repair of conveyors (gears, sprockets, bearings, belts, rollers); 480v; gear boxes, drive shafts, hydraulic pumps.
Leer Electric, Inc., Dillsburg, PA (2014): New commercial/industrial projects, additions, and remodels. Key skills included installing rigid conduit (all sizes) for Verizon Wireless and UPS projects; building, mounting and wiring electrical and mechanical systems; pulling CAT 2-6 wire for security systems/cameras/card readers/glass breaks.
All Jersey Systems, Cliffwood, NJ (2005-2010): New commercial/retail/industrial construction projects (retail clubs, distribution centers and processing plants), retrofits, remodels, and expansions; electrical service/maintenance for commercial and retail clients. Key skills included blueprint reading; job layout; conduit bending (all sizes); wire pulling; control wiring; temporary power; troubleshooting and repair; collaboration with other trades on construction sites; training and supervision of apprentices; service calls.
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Electric Machinery Enterprises, Inc., Tampa FL (2000-2006): New, large-scale construction of municipal and entertainment facilities (Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando and Orange County Convention Center). Key skills included blueprint reading; job layout; conduit bending (all sizes); wire pulling; control wiring; temporary power; troubleshooting and repair; collaboration with other trades on construction sites.
Peer Foods, Inc., Chicago, IL (1993-1999): Maintenance at a large meat-processing plant (Peer Foods, Inc., Chicago, IL). Key skills included troubleshooting/repair of hydraulics, 480v; three-phase motors, conveyor belts, and ammonia refrigeration systems. Replaced gears/seals; set up machinery; installed/wired automatic starters and push-button stations. Conducted preventive maintenance.
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Projects with various electrical contractors that included the Orlando International Airport (wiring and conduit for conveyors); Lockheed Martin (general electrical and lighting); and the Florida Department of Transportation (SunPass Electronic Tolling System); large-scale construction of municipal and entertainment facilities
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Kelvyn Park High School, Chicago, IL (1983), Diploma
Coyne College, Chicago, IL (1993), Diploma – Commercial/Industrial Electrical Maintenance/Mechanic
[Program content (with over 900 hours of hands-on training) included the following: AC/DC Circuits and Applications; AC/DC Motors and Controllers; Three-phase Motors and Controls; Preventive Maintenance; Electrical Contracting and Construction; Advanced Schematic Reading; National Electric Code; Mechanical Repair and Maintenance (set-up/repair of conveyors, gear boxes, drive shafts, hydraulic pumps, chains, sprockets, etc.]
Fire Department Academy Industrial Course (1997)
[Course included the following: Leadership; Extinction Techniques; Miscellaneous Equipment; Turbine Theory; Turbine Practices; Stairs Theory; CPR; First Aid Auxiliary; Knots and Cable Practice; Repellent Fire; Practice in Confined Spaces]
OSHA 10-hour Construction Industry Training Course (2022)
Lock out/Tag out procedures
Aerial Work Platform Safety Course (2022)
OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health Course (2022)
MSHA Certification (2017)
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