Gerald D Harris Jr
Lucedale
Summary
Proven leader in electrical installations and maintenance, with a track record of enhancing system efficiency and safety at D&T Construction. Skilled in electrical diagnostics and crew leadership, I consistently deliver projects on schedule, exceeding client expectations. Expertise in OSHA requirements and workforce planning ensures top-notch project management and operational excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Foreman
D&T CONSTRUTION
03.2022 - Current
- Oversaw installation, maintenance and repair of power lines, electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
- Planned, assigned, scheduled and supervised work of power linesmen, electricians and other assisting personnel.
- Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools.
- Monitored employees to enforce safety and work performance standards.
- Established objectives to keep employees motivated and project on schedule.
- Evaluated job scope and determined necessary supplies, timelines, and projected expenses.
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
- Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards.
- Performed electrical installations and repair for residential and commercial projects.
- Monitored employee performance and adherence to job specifications to maintain quality standards and high client satisfaction.
- Prioritized and distributed work assignments, selecting employees by strength in skills required for each task.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Communicated with clients to assess needs, provide status reports ad inform of any potential delays.
Fiber Optic Technician
Austal USA
05.2013 - 02.2022
- Performed troubleshooting and equipment testing to identify and correct problems end to end and network-wide.
- Adhered to safety policies and procedures to install or remove IP set-top devices, optical network terminals and wireless access points.
- Conducted site surveys to validate customer's infrastructure deliverables.
- Researched and recommended network and data communications hardware and software.
- Identified and reported equipment malfunctions, defective parts and materials to appropriate supervisor.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Located and repaired line faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Journeyman Electrician
AMERIFORCE
10.2008 - 01.2012
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
Education
GED -
NAVY EXOTIC PLUG TRAINING
MOBILE ALABAMA03.2018
GED -
KITCO FIBER OPTIC
LOUSIANA05.2008
Skills
- Electrical system knowledge
- Electrical schematics
- Electrical Maintenance
- Power Tool Operation
- Installation scheduling
- Electrical diagnostics
- Crew Leadership
- Electrical Installations
- State and local codes
- Work site safety
- Electrical systems installation
- Project Management
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- OSHA Requirements
- Workforce Planning
- Policy Enforcement
- Electrical Installation
Timeline
Electrical Foreman
D&T CONSTRUTION
03.2022 - Current
Fiber Optic Technician
Austal USA
05.2013 - 02.2022
Journeyman Electrician
AMERIFORCE
10.2008 - 01.2012
GED -
NAVY EXOTIC PLUG TRAINING
GED -
KITCO FIBER OPTIC
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