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Merrillville, In, Us

• Supervise and review the daily activities of Electric Dispatch personnel. Monitor the electric transmission and distribution systems for abnormalities and/or problems.• Inspect, coordinate, and startup high voltage power equipment. Ensure all equipment and installations meet specifications and energization can be accomplished safely. • Develop and direct unique equipment start up procedures ensuring safety is paramount for employees and equipment. Promote safety awareness. • Evaluate high pressure situations well and develop sound decisions.• Proficient in minimizing critical equipment downtime and expediting repairs.• Review clearances and switching orders daily. Address and rectify noncompliance findings.• Develop and maintain critical documentation including single line diagrams, general orders, station orders, line orders, switchmaps, line ratings, map boards, policies, and procedures.

Merrillville, In, Us

• Supervised and directed the daily activities of the Substation Department. • Provided timely technical input and economic evaluations insuring cost effective and technically balanced decisions. Evaluated complex situations well and developed sound decisions. • Developed and implemented methods to reduce operating costs and safety deficiencies.• Extremely proficient in minimizing critical equipment downtime and expediting repairs.• Promoted safety awareness. Ensured departmental compliance with safety policies and procedures. • Actively participated in the Electric Leadership Safety Committee and Substation Safety Committee.• Developed, implemented, and enforced departmental standards and criteria. Promoted 100% PM attainment, station inspections, infrared thermography, dissolved gas analysis (DGA), NERC required maintenance, and a capital equipment replacement program.• Introduced Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) practices/principles to substation equipment and critical circuits. • Developed a detailed training program for new supervisors. Assisted in the review and development of the substation apprentice electrician training program.

Merrillville, In, Us

• Supervised and directed the daily activities of the Engineering Department; provided immediate support to the operations and maintenance departments.• Developed and implemented methods to reduce operating and capital improvement costs. • Oversaw and ensured proper selection and application of engineering principles and techniques. Ensured all OSHA, NEC, MFPA, ASME, federal, state and other applicable codes were followed. • Coordinated and monitored compliance with federal guidelines and regulations (NERC) for the generation fleet. Represented generation during NERC audits and inquiries. • Developed, promoted, and implemented a station wide infrared survey program. • Coached, directed, and supported employees in reaching their maximum potential. Supported and enforced disciplinary and safety guidelines for all employees and contractors. • Minimized equipment downtime during repairs and maintenance. Provide 24-hour direction and technical support.

Merrillville, In, Us

• Monitored the daily performance of plant equipment. Evaluated operations, repairs, and modifications of plant equipment to insure compliance with departmental standards and long-term effectiveness. Equipment included transformers, switchgear, motors, relaying, controllers, conveyors, compressors, boilers, turbines, electrical and electromechanical systems. • Addressed equipment concerns; recommended and implemented cost effective solutions. • Estimated project scopes, design, planning, and costs; assumed duties of project manager. • Investigated equipment malfunctions and failures. Performed root cause analysis.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Supervised and directed the daily activities of 65 IBEW employees associated with the CTA’s traction power conversion and distribution system. Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the CTA power plant including 59 substations; 30 tie houses; power/communication cabling; subway equipment (fans, pumps, switchgear, SCADA, etc); and 200+ miles of third rail. • Provided direction during power outages and disruptions to insure a continuity of service for the rail line, garages, shops, yards, subways, and platforms. Assisted power controllers as needed. • Reviewed and monitored work methods for compliance with standards, procedures, safety practices, and all applicable government regulations. • Reduced O&M cost by modifying existing standards and equipment. Developed and monitored maintenance plans and procedures. Insured a monthly maintenance task completion rate of 100%. • Determined the cause, extent, and repairs of equipment malfunctions and failures. • Coordinated the operation of the traction power protection and distribution network to insure safe and reliable service. Minimized power related revenue service interruptions. • Proposed, prepared, and managed several major capital improvement projects. Projects include Midway Rail Line Construction; Blue, Red and Green Rail Lines Improvements; system wide PCB transformer replacements; SCADA replacement; power distribution improvements; etc. • Enforced disciplinary guidelines and conduct disciplinary interviews. Assisted in the training and development of traction power personnel. Instituted a comprehensive training program. • Provided 24-hour direction insuring continuity of revenue service. Accurately and efficiently performed majority of duties under stringent deadlines and trying conditions.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Managed and directed a staff of 17 electrical testing engineers and IBEW employees in their daily work and activities involving the engineering, maintenance, and repair of 59 substations, 25 shops/garages, 140+ platforms, and over 200 miles of railroad. • Developed, directed, and reviewed maintenance and testing procedures, both routine and extraordinary. Determined and monitored proper application of test equipment including insulation testers (meggars), infrared thermal imaging, high current test sets, ductors, hypots, DVMs, etc. Proficient in the analysis and interpretation of test results. Prevented many potential catastrophic equipment failures.• Monitored and enhanced a backup emergency power generation program for rail platforms, bus garages, rail yards, substations, and subway equipment. • Provided recommendations to rectify safety related deficiencies. Promoted safety awareness. • Investigated, diagnosed, and repaired complex electrical and mechanical problem. Equipment includes transformers, rectifiers, switchgear, pumps, fans, hoists, mills, automated machinery, etc. • Provided timely technical expertise and field support to all departments. Widely known as the “ultimate problem solvers.”

Chicago, Il, Us

• Responsible for the electrical/mechanical systems for the +2200 bus fleet and 20 repair facilities. • Implemented time and cost effective methods by developing and modifying standard procedures. Developed service bulletins, maintenance plans, and addressed ongoing equipment failures.

• Specialized in the diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical systems, drivetrains, brakes, front ends, and fuel systems. All work was considered exceptional. Rated as top technician.• Reduced customer service complaints through professional and courteous service. Established an excellent repair service relationship with customers. Effective in dispute resolutions.