Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing and supervising multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated Electrical & Instrumentation journeyman and power block planner professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Proven leader with over 16 years of successful experience in leadership, effective communication, ability to collaborate with other departments, and effective organizational skills. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the power generation industry. Strengths in Industrial and Organizational psychology backed by training in the power generation industry as a Electrical & Instrumentation journeyman and power block planner.
Accomplishments
Received the Joint Service Commendation medal for leadership in combat operations while maintaining good order and discipline among the Battalion of Iraqi soldiers, while assigned to Coalition Military Assistance Training Team Combat Advisor, Taji-Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2004 from U.S. Army General David Petraeus.
Attended Marine Corps's professional leadership courses and achieved the rank of E-6 with 16 years of Honorable service.
Graduated with Honors and awarded Cum Laude for graduating with a 3.15 GPA from New Mexico Highlands University, while earning my Bachelors of Arts degree.
Attended the Marine Corps Recruiters School and received professional training on effective public speaking, organizational skills, and proper data entry for legal documents.
While working at West Phoenix Power Plant, Red Hawk Power Plant (Temp Assignment), and Four Corners Power Plant as an Electrical and Instrumentation Journeyman, I have obtained the valuable skills and knowledge of fossil generation in coal and natural gas.
Obtained all APS certifications for Lock Out Tag Out, as well as Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) access to most areas of Four Corners Power Plant.
Skills
Experienced in Maximo, MLIS, iRequest, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Knowledge and experience with the planning and maintenance procedures, policies, as well as ISO 14001, APS Code of Conduct, and the APS Promise.
10 years experience in power generation in coal and gas as an Electrical & Instrumentation technician and E/I planner.
16 years of military leadership experience that has been tested and proven under stressful situations.
Developed clear understanding of Industrial and Organizational Psychology and can implement it in industry.
Attended formal military professional leadership residence courses.
Work History
08/2011 to Current
Electrical and Instrumentation Fossil PlannerSmuckers – Decatur, IL,
Enhanced real-world system operation by standardizing production and field installation processes.
Develops work packages for assigned areas by planning and coordinating labor, material, and other resources necessary to complete work safely, timely and cost-effective manner.
Provides direction and technical expertise in specific systems (for example, electrical, instrumentation, controls, mechanical) or equipment (for example, scrubber, turbine) to develop work packages for routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, emergent work, planned outages, unplanned outages, and project work.
Interfaces with outside services, resources, and vendors to support ongoing work.
Determines level of support required from Supply Chain, Maintenance, Engineering, Safety and Operations Departments to develop, maintain, and complete work packages. Supports all work management activities during outage periods.
Improved my area of responsibility system by increasing reliability with upgrades and collaboration with engineering.
08/2011 to 07/2019
Electrical and Instrumentation TechnicianArizona Public Service – City, STATE,
Located and addressed electrical connection issues such as frayed wires and worn insulation to prevent larger problems.
Studied and interpreted equipment manuals, circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations and installations.
Organized and managed smooth preventive maintenance tasks such as evaluating part functionality, cleaning components and removing old seals and gaskets.
Liaised with engineering staff on special projects to assist with configuration, installation and interoperation of system equipment.
Removed and replaced malfunctioning and worn parts to maximize system longevity and performance.
Efficiently installed electrical systems and components with careful analysis of technical schematics and specifications.
05/1993 to 06/2009
Staff SergeantUnited States Marine Corps – City, STATE,
Provided leadership for team of 5 to battalions personnel size of 100 plus throughout 16 honorable years of service.
Aided superiors in planning, resourcing and execution of more than 100 mounted and dismounted operations.
Handled administrative requirements smoothly and efficiently, including maintaining records and submitting daily reports.
Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Providing leadership and guidance to all junior Marines while following all Marine Corps guidance, policies and procedures.
Conducted annual training for all enlisted and officers in classroom settings.
Ensured all tasked assigned are completed in timeframe set forth.
Ensured and fostered teamwork, Esprit de corps, integrity, and accountability
Responsible for coordination of troop movements, conducting training for primary skills, planning and shaping difficult assignments for success.
Held Platoon Commander billet reserved for Commissioned Officers at rank of senior Staff Non Commissioned Officer successfully.
Education
Expected in 05/2020 to to
Master of Science: Industrial And Organizational Psychology Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ GPA:
Expected in 05/2017 to to
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology New Mexico Highlands University - Las Vegas, NM GPA:
Awarded Cum Laude Honors
Expected in 05/2017 to to
Associate of Applied Science: Instrumentation Control And Electrical San Juan College - Farmington, NM GPA:
Expected in 05/2013 to to
Associate of Applied Science: Industrial Process Operator San Juan College - Farmington, NM GPA:
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