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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
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John Chris Meade

Bluff City,TN

Summary

Dynamic High Voltage Electrician with a proven track record at Eastman Chemical Company, enhancing power grid reliability through advanced high voltage testing and emergency response. Skilled in electrical troubleshooting and committed to safety, I excel in teamwork and problem-solving, ensuring optimal performance in power distribution systems and substation construction.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High Voltage Electrician Power Distrubition

Eastman Chemical Company
07.2018 - Current
  • Improved system performance by upgrading outdated equipment and implementing new technologies in high voltage installations.
  • Enhanced power grid reliability by performing routine maintenance and repairs on high voltage electrical equipment.
  • Supported the efficient operation of substations by conducting inspections and preventive maintenance on transformers, circuit breakers, and other high voltage components.
  • Played a critical role in emergency response efforts during power outages or other incidents involving high voltage Tested epr cable using vlf and dc hihgpot.Tested transformers using a megger,mto,ttr,and sometimes a sweep frequency. tested 13,8000 volts and 480 volts breakers.

Electrican

TECI
02.1998 - 07.2018

installed substations which involved running conduit,cable tray,pulled cable and terminated my cables.

Education

GED -

Gate City High School
Gate City, VA

4 Year Apprintaship -

Rcam
Kingsport, TN

Skills

  • Power distribution systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Substation construction
  • Control panel wiring
  • Transformer maintenance
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Switchgear installation
  • Motor control centers
  • Emergency power systems
  • Arc flash analysis
  • Protective relay calibration
  • Circuit breaker repair
  • Electrical code
  • High voltage testing
  • Grounding system installation
  • Underground cable splicing
  • Lightning protection systems
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Grounding techniques
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Hand and power tools
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Hole digging
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety meetings
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Repair work
  • Electrical safety
  • Crew assistance
  • Decision-making
  • Cable splicing
  • Heavy lifting
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Chain hoist operation
  • Relationship building
  • Wire splicing
  • Transformer removal
  • Team building
  • Task prioritization
  • Safety management
  • Self motivation
  • Aerial lift operation
  • Electrical systems installation
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Blueprint reading
  • Quality control
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Emergency repairs
  • Troubleshooting
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Vehicle operation
  • Rigging skills
  • Emergency response
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Diagram interpretation
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Equipment calibration
  • Load calculations
  • Technical documentation

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].

Certification

  • [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
  • [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
  • Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

High Voltage Electrician Power Distrubition

Eastman Chemical Company
07.2018 - Current

Electrican

TECI
02.1998 - 07.2018

GED -

Gate City High School

4 Year Apprintaship -

Rcam
John Chris Meade