John Lowry
Telford
Summary
- Journeyman Substation Electrician possessing excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and record keeping skills.
- Offering 20+ years of experience inspecting and testing of electrical circuits and devices.
- Ability to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters.
- Proficient in job related procedures and software required.
- Safety compliant at all times using proper PPE and guidelines required for safe work practice.
- Responsible for training multiple apprentices and overseeing planned work in energized high-voltage areas.
- Provided guidance, training, and safety rules for new hires, as well as other peer groups.
- Roadway Mechanic responsible for planning work, obtaining necessary parts, and coordinating with other crafts as needed.
- Ensure all safety rules are followed and equipment properly locked out before beginning repairs.
- Communicate in writing and electronically, as well as contacting outside vendors, to coordinate day-to-day operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Roadway Mechanic/Lead Mechanic
CXS Transportation
Jacksonville, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations.
- Troubleshoot and perform heavy repairs to all types of equipment components including gas and diesel engines, transmissions, and differentials, hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, various workheads, booms, electrical systems, and conveyor belt systems.
- Solve work related problems, make decisions, and provide instructions.
- Understanding of electrical/mechanical operations of machinery
- Drive heavy duty service truck, including truck mounted crane
Journeyman Substation Electrician/Mechanic
Johnson City Energy Authority
Johnson City, TN
04.2001 - 02.2023
- Scheduled and supervised splicing and terminations of medium and high-voltage cabling systems.
- Repaired and replaced equipment and components such as high-voltage circuit breakers, transformers, and switchgear.
- Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and with other engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve electrical issues.
- Testing of insulators, bushings, and apparatus by inducing voltage across insulation, testing current, and calculating losses.
- Operation of manual and motor operated switches to isolate defects/restore service. Operation in close vicinity using proper safety procedures.
- Analysis of test data to diagnose malfunctions and determine performance characteristics.
- Construction, testing, and commissioning of substation microprocessor relay and control systems.
- Microsoft office tools and AutoCad to correct wiring diagrams and documentation daily.
- Maintenance and testing of PPE, vehicle, tools, and high-voltage handling equipment. All items were to be inspected on a daily basis, as well as job to job depending on hazards.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical/Mechanical
Northeast State Technical College
Blountville, TN01.2020
Skills
- Forklift, Crane Truck, Digger Derrick, Bucket Truck/Aerial Platform certification
- First Aid/CPR training-American Red Cross
- Class A CDL- active State of TN
- Journeyman certification along with additional areas of operations- 9000 hour apprenticeship requirement met
- Ability to work alone or in a team environment as duties require
Timeline
Roadway Mechanic/Lead Mechanic
CXS Transportation
02.2023 - Current
Journeyman Substation Electrician/Mechanic
Johnson City Energy Authority
04.2001 - 02.2023
Associate of Science - Electrical/Mechanical
Northeast State Technical College