Dear Sir or Madame:
With more than ** years of experience in the electrical industry and a proven record of accomplishments, I
believe I am qualified for this position.
My experience includes but is not limited to the following experience and positions:
Industrial construction and maintenance experience gained through projects ranging from Power Plants, Gas
Turbines, Refineries, Petrochemical, Nuclear, Fossil Fuels, Ethanol, Bio-Fuels, and waste to energy, Pipelines,
Paper-mills, Steam Generation, Fuel Cells, Wind Turbines, Chemical, Military Chemical plants and
Decommissioning and demilitarizing operations, automation projects, process manufacturing, and other
Production facilities. I also performed Field Engineering for installation and maintenance of gas turbine
Generators for simple and combined cycle. I have worked in high-speed manufacturing facilities, and electrical
Maintenance as well as electrical field engineering positions.
Strong experience with manufacturing and process control systems, and PLC’s; variable speed motor drives;
HMI; sensors; automated inspection systems. Linear Feedback Control Systems, Adjustable Speed Motor
Control, Power Distribution/Protective Devices, Combinational/Sequential logic, Computer Analysis/Simulation,
Three Phase Equipment, and Closed Loop Positioning Systems. Experience with the following manufacturing
control systems: Allen Bradley, Rockwell Automation, Yokagawa, Honeywell Experion, and variable speed motor
drives; Software includes, Wonderware and Allen Bradley, Delta V & HMI.
Installation and startup/FCO of power distribution equipment, collection systems, refineries and substations,
motors, transformers, control systems, lighting, instrumentation, heat trace systems, fire protection, and signaling systems, including switchgear, high and medium voltage breakers, panel boards, circuit breakers, MCC’S and all related power transmission and distribution/protection systems ranging in voltages from 600 VAC to 850 KV.
Testing skills include Hi-Pot, ground resistance testing, terminations, Installing testing Stress Cones, grounding,
oil sampling and dielectric testing. Proficient in various types of HV testing, monitoring and power quality surveys
using data loggers and infra-red non contact thermal imaging devices as well as most test equipment related to
the trade. I am also proficient in the use of all safety equipment and LOTO procedures and OSHA regulations.
Operate most all types of test and safety equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Proficient troubleshooting and system diagnosis using blueprints, sketches, schematics, ladder diagrams cable
schedules, wiring and cable programs. I am also experienced reading and interpreting P & ID’s, field drawings
and sketches and document control procedures. Proficient at creating modifying and updating existing Auto CAD
files.
Proficient in Single Mode and Multi Mode Fiber optic cable installation, testing and terminations such as SC and
ST, including Cat 6, LAN/WAN installs. EOI Certified fiber optic designer and installer.
I have supervised industrial, and commercial, construction, plant maintenance jobs and supervised up to 3 crews
of 15 electricians and instrument techs each. I have also worked as part of a crew and from time to time played a
lead role while working on special projects. Strive to provide innovative contributions in a Team Environment. I
like to be in the field but I am comfortable working in an office too.
I am comfortable using most MS Office products, Auto Cad and I am very computer literate. Experience using JD
Edwards, SAP, MAXIMO,TIMBERLINE, experience using the BAR system and other RFI project management
programs. Also experienced doing red-lines, walk-downs, estimating, reviewing submittals, project planning and
implementation, doing takeoffs, tag packages, Quality Control and almost anything electrical or instrument.
I look forward to discussing my background and accomplishments with you and learning more about your needs.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Greg Waits
Gregory S. Waits
120B Clubhouse Circle
Hot Springs, AR 71903
Phone: 501-***-****
*******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
I am seeking a rewarding position with a company that needs a motivated, self managed dependable employee.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Oct-08 – Present Mustang Electric
Electrician
Day to day construction activities and performing as built on the fly construction of chemical plants, pipe lines, refineries, paper-mills, power plants and various other facilities. Includes installation of MCC, Medium Voltage Switchgear, transformers, Conduit, Duct banks, MC cable, Instrumentation, Fiber Optic Cabling and I/O Cabinets and plant power, lighting and control. Install cable trays, motors, VFD’s and all associated equipment. Perform start-up and turnover. Doing tag packages, redlines and safety walkdowns.
Aug 05 – Oct 08 ASRC Energy Services
Electrician
Participate in safety tailgates, follow safety work rules and procedures, perform JSAs, and maintain safety awareness. Install, conduit cable trays, maintain electrical equipment and install/repair instruments, electrical and pneumatic equipment and instrumentation, and refrigeration systems. This includes, instrumentation, analyzers, On/off valves, control valves, motors, motor controls, motor switch gear, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), Soft-starts, Lighting, Lighting controls, Transformers, Capacitor banks, High voltage switchgear, High voltage cutouts, gate operators, Signal multiplexing systems, (Dupline systems), Boiler / Burner flame management systems. Troubleshoot problems related to E&I systems Perform weekly/monthly PM items Complete work orders by priority Manage time keeping for each work order and report time per work order via SAP system Purchase repair materials through SAP. Be available for callout to assist production shift teams and/or unit-assigned E&I technician in troubleshooting and maintaining E&I systems/equipment Support project implementation by commenting on instrument specifications, drawings, assist in installations, calibrations, loop checking, and supporting startups Assist to maintain E&I drawing systems by marking as-built any changes made or noted in the field installation that is not reflected by current drawings.
Sep 04 – Jul 05 Mustang Electrical Contractors
Electrician
Installation of Medium voltage power and distribution equipment, Low voltage (600 Volts and below),
distributive power and distribution systems that include: DCS, Fiber Optic Cable
installations, network installations, motors, lighting, grounding, electric heat trace,
conduit and cable tray routing, power plans, wire and cable sizing and equipment
layout. MCC/Switchgear equipment layout & wiring and schematic diagram
development skills. I have a working knowledge of current NEC, OSHA, NFPA, UL
and other applicable standards. My responsibilities routinely require field research
using P&ID’s and drawings or documents including field and system wlakdowns.
I have intermediate Auto Cad experience, mostly updating existing Auto Cad files doing
overlays or minor alterations to drawing files. Researching drawings and P&ID’s as well as
putting together work packages. Doing field walk-downs, take-offs and some estimating.
Mar 04 – Sep 04 ASRC
Electrician
Read blueprints for circuits, outlets, and other equipment.
Plan how to install wires and conduit (pipe or tubing) in the walls and concealed areas of homes and businesses. Install metal or plastic boxes for switches and outlets. Pull wires or cables to boxes to complete circuits. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components. Use test equipment safely and test that all circuits work properly. Install fiber optic or coaxial cables for computers and telephones. Connect motors to electrical power. Install electronic controls for industrial equipment. Use hand tools and use power tools and heavy equipment, like trenchers and boom trucks. Keep electrical systems and equipment in good working order. Inspect equipment and fix problems.Day to day construction activities.
May 02 – Mar 04 Mustang Electrical Contractors
Electrician
Electrical construction & maintenance on gas turbine projects. Startup and
functional checkout of various types of systems such as Low and Medium voltage
breakers, tie-breakers, relays, motor controls, MCC’S, transformers and fire
protection systems and power distribution systems and balance of plant items. Run
conduit and cable tray. Install panels, heat trace circuits, controls and switches and control wiring. Instrumentation and small bore tubing. I also have experience with installation and maintenance of
fire protection systems.
Feb 98 – May 02 GT Electric
Electrician
Electrical construction & maintenance on papermill. Install breakers, tie-breakers, relays, motor controls, MCC’S, transformers and fire protection systems and power distribution systems and balance of plant items. Run conduit and cable tray. Install panels, heat trace circuits, controls and switches and control wiring. Instrumentation and small bore tubing as well as setting instruments.
Aug 97 - Jan 98 Davis Electrical Contractors
Electrician
My duties included but were not limited to day-to-day construction activities, including installation and maintenance of gas turbines & electrical power distribution, instrumentation & control, signaling and data.
Paper Mill power plant and chlorine plant upgrade. I also performed Fire protection
systems installation maintenance and checkout and walk-down systems for QC
inspection and compliance with NEC.
Aug 92 - Jun 97 Norwest Technical Group
Electrician
Estimated projects, ordered materials, and planned the
work. I was responsible for the installation and start up of electrical systems in
refineries and on the Alaska pipeline. I also performed installation and maintenance
of various types of turbines and generators, instrumentation and controls Mark V.
Also worked on several Military bases in Alaska doing electrical work and performing
QC on installed work.
EDUCATION
White Hall High School, White Hall, AR
University of Maine, Orono, ME
University of Arkansas, Little Rock, AR
Kennebec Valley Vo-Tech, Fairfield, ME
Currently working on Bachelors Degree - Electrical Engineering Technology – Power Systems – Graduate - 2014
LICENSES HELD
Alaska Electrical Administrator
Alaska Journeyman Electrician
Arkansas Master Electrician
Certified Fiber Optic Installer