Chester Bartko Jr. Email & Phone Number

Florida, United States

• Perform switching on electrical distribution system.• Documented man hours, materials and completion of work-related schedules in provided reports as required• Oversee compliance and safety regulations per company and OSHA standards for entire supervised crew• Worked directly with project managers on best practice conditions, as well as informing managers of deviations and corrections in the field.• Consistently worked to code on all projects, utilizing drawings and manuals.• Oversaw project management, including diagnosis, wiring and OSHA compliance.• Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.

Certifications• Class A Commercial Driver’s License• First Aid/CPR/AED certified• OSHA-10 Electrical Trans. & Distribution• D.O.T. flagging certified• OSHA-10 Construction Safety & Health• Pole Climbing, fall protection certification• WHMIS / TDG Training• Pole top rescue certification• Digger-derrick certification

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

• Performed planned switching as well emergency unplanned switching on 200 to 900 amp overhead and underground electrical distribution system.• Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.• Identified appropriate solutions to minimize equipment damage and power outages.• Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to help ensure the overall safety of all workers and members of the public.• Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to the appropriate supervisor.• Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.• Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.• Documented updates to management on renewal progress, at-risk renewals and renewals forecast.• Performed work safely and effectively in high and precarious places.• Read and reviewed feeder prints and drawings to assess project scope and time required for completion.• Conferred with users to isolate and identify malfunctions, conducting speedy repairs to restore full functionality.• Determined causes of malfunctioning equipment parts by conducting in-depth assessments.• Inspected electrical components to identify hazards, defects or potential repairs in compliance with codes.• Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning systems or components.• Reviewed schematics to determine electrical component and wiring locations.• Used test equipment and hand tools to locate root causes of electrical issues and establish repair plans.• Worked extensively on three-phase power distribution systems.

• Performed repairs and maintenance on VAV's and electrical equipment.• Managed shift equipment and materials.• Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.• Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.• Managed work with little supervision.• Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.• Performed testing and troubleshooting of systems.• Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.• Implemented process improvements based on identification of productivity or quality issues.• Tested connectivity and signal quality for individual cables and documented results.• Calculated insulation loss, tested current and induced voltage across insulation to test equipment bushings and insulators.• Tested circuits and equipment to find defects and malfunctions using wiring diagrams and testing instruments such as voltmeters or ohmmeters.• Isolated defective relays, performed repairs and completed adjustments by opening and closing switches.• Repaired equipment by troubleshooting and applying information learned from reading wiring diagrams, manuals and schematics.• Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.• Consistently worked to code on all projects, utilizing drawings and manuals.• Oversaw project management, including diagnosis, wiring and OSHA compliance.• Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

• Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.• Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines.• Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire as needed and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.• Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting operations management and business direction.• Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to help ensure the overall safety of all workers and members of the public.• Participated in all company meetings and workshops on safety to learn different techniques that could alleviate accidents.• Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to the appropriate supervisor.• Observed safety instructions when using machinery and work tools to ensure proper operation.• Assisted the linemen in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.• Read and understood specifications, drawings and feeder prints to complete accurate, high-quality work.• Trained in the use of Digger derrick, crane operation and other tools used in the field.• Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.• Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.• Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.