Carl Mckinnie
Saulsbury
Summary
Dynamic Electrical Technician with hands-on experience at TKE Elevators, skilled in electrical troubleshooting and safety protocols. Proven ability to enhance team productivity and reduce downtime through effective problem-solving and training. Adept at interpreting schematics and conducting thorough inspections, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. A dependable team player committed to quality and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Technician
TKE Elevators
10.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with team to learn electrical safety protocols and procedures.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems under supervision.
- Supported senior technicians in routine maintenance tasks on equipment.
- Familiarized with hand tools and testing equipment for electrical diagnostics.
- Documented repair processes and maintenance activities for future reference.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Gained experience in reading blueprints and schematics for project execution.
- Contributed to maintaining a clean and organized workspace for efficiency.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, maintenance tasks, and inventory for accurate tracking purposes.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers, and dial indicators.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of electrical systems to identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing faulty electrical components promptly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex projects within deadlines.
- Enhanced team productivity through training junior technicians on best practices and procedures.
- Safeguarded personnel and equipment by adhering to strict safety protocols during all tasks.
Education
Industrial Maintenance
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Whiteville, TN04.2019
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical installation
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical installations
- Electrical safety
- Electrical testing
- Lighting systems
- Electrical experience
- Low-voltage systems
- Team player
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Safety training
- Battery systems
- Surge protection
- Power supplies
- Willing to travel
- Motor controls
- High voltage systems
- Panel building
- Circuit analysis
- Schematics interpretation
- Quality testing
- Schematic interpretation
- Microsoft windows expert
- Codes compliance
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Mechanical testing instruments
- Electronic technical installations
- Wiring diagram interpretation
- Electrical testing knowledge
- AC and DC motors
- PLC programming
- Troubleshooting skills
- Wire stripping
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Wire assembling
- Team collaboration
- Hand and power tool operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Instrumentation repair
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Dependable and responsible
- Visual inspection
- Technical training
- Voltage and current meters
Certification
Industrial Maintenance Apprentice 1
Industrial Maintenance Apprentice 2
PLC/Robotic
Timeline
Electrical Technician
TKE Elevators
10.2018 - Current
Industrial Maintenance
Tennessee College of Applied Technology