Arnold (Keith) Hawkins
Big Clifty
Summary
26 years of industrial experience, including 18 years as an Electrical Superintendent and 2 years as Site Manager MEP. Expertise in power plant operations, process controls, gas turbines, Food and Beverage and Data Centers, with proficiency in Isometrics, P&IDs, F&IDs, Orthos, all electrical drawings and Ladder logic. Holds or has held (some may have lapsed due to not working in those states for years and not needed them) 9 State Electrical Journeyman Licenses and 1 City Journeyman License and trained in operating various heavy equipment. Committed to maximizing company profitability while ensuring safety and efficiency, with a valid passport for travel.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Manager MEP
Gray Construction
Lexington
04.2023 - Current
- Led Electrical Site Management for Mission Critical Data Center and as a supporting commissioning Site Manager for Food and Beverage projects.
- Coordinated pre-construction meetings with trade partners to establish site expectations and review contract documentation.
- Managed construction schedules and allocated resources efficiently to meet project milestones.
- Supervised subcontractors and staff to uphold project specifications and standards.
- Implemented comprehensive quality control measures across all site activities.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify improvement opportunities and address issues.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations to mitigate legal risks.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to enhance project execution.
- Organized weekly on-site meetings with clients and subcontractors to ensure alignment.
- Coordinated Trade Partners to energize and commission specific items to meet schedule/client needs.
SUPERINTENDENT
Prime Electrical Services LLC
Lake Charles
01.2008 - 04.2023
- Supervised installation of electrical and instrumentation (E&I) systems, including heat tracing.
- Scheduled outages and tie-ins with existing plant equipment.
- Monitored projected profits for projects to ensure timely and safe delivery.
- Coordinated vendor scheduling for specialty valve and instrument calibrations.
- Created loop folders, checkout procedures, system walkdowns, and turnover documentation for plant owners.
- Oversaw E/I installations across various voltages from 24V to 4160V, including Foxboro and Allen Bradley systems.
- Conducted QA/QC inspections to ensure compliance with client specifications and safety codes.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in electrical installations and troubleshooting.
- Managed procurement of materials and equipment for various projects.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and expectations.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using effective resource planning techniques.
- Monitored work progress to ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations and quality standards.
- Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
- Prepared and presented verbal and written reports to provide recommendations to project team.
- Oversaw daily work of team using knowledge of local and national building codes for construction areas.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project status updates, budgeting concerns and timeline adjustments.
- Reviewed project proposals, estimates, schedules and contracts related to the project.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals to discuss plans and resolve design issues.
- Coordinated material procurement processes with suppliers while ensuring timely delivery of materials at job sites.
- Developed and maintained strong customer-focused relationships with stakeholders.
- Evaluated and recommended new procedures to upgrade and refine existing programs.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
SUPERINTENDENT
Triad Electric and Controls
Beaumont
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Supervised installation of various electrical systems ranging from 24v to 4160v.
- Maintained focus on projected profits during project oversight.
- Created loop folders, checkout procedures, and conducted system walkdowns for turnover to plant owners.
- Executed QC duties to ensure compliance with client specifications, NEC, and local codes.
- Oversaw electrical and instrumentation installations across multiple voltage levels.
- Performed redlines on diverse drawings including P&IDs, F&IDs, ISOs, ortho views, and single lines.
- Directed crews in installing Tyco/Raychem and Thermon electrical heat tracing systems.
- Cultivated strong client relationships to support future business opportunities.
- Managed procurement of materials and equipment for various projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards on job sites.
- Conducted site inspections to assess progress and quality of work performed.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in electrical installations and troubleshooting.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and expectations.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures while overseeing operations at the site.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Electrician/Instrument Tech./Power Plant Operator
TTSC
Elk Grove
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Installed motors, gear, and tubing; calibrated transmitters, valves, and switches in various plants.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Installed cables, conductors and wire trays and completed necessary hook-ups for primary power lines.
- Identified problems with electrical systems by observing operation, listening for problems and using test equipment such as multi-meters.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Resolved safety issues related to faulty wiring installation practices in a timely manner.
- Inspected electrical equipment and systems to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
- Assessed, tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.
- Tested entire electrical assembly for performance levels and safety concerns.
- Provided technical support on various types of motor control circuits including VFDs.
- Calibrated and maintained industrial instrumentation systems for optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and repaired electronic control systems in production equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections of measuring instruments and sensors for accuracy.
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Repaired and adjusted system components by removing and replacing defective parts.
- Led commissioning efforts on GE Frame 7 series gas turbines, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineers to upgrade Mark IV turbine control systems to more efficient alternatives.
- Executed complete electrical system revamps including Cutler Hammer 15kV gear and Allen Bradley 480V gear.
- Managed installation of new turbine projects including GE Frame 7FA, LM6000, and Pratt & Whitney FT8 units.
- Designed and built PLC cabinets; installed switchgear, MCCs, lighting, and power panels.
- Commissioned motors, VFDs, PLCs, TCPs, and GCPs to optimize plant functionality.
- Developed start-up procedures for Rolls Royce 501K co-gen operation training.
- Provided technical support by answering questions about the functioning of instruments or their calibration status.
- Worked closely with other departments such as engineering, production, quality control and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance programs to maintain optimal performance of all instruments.
- Diagnosed complex issues with field instrumentation using advanced troubleshooting methods.
- Understood and worked from prints, drawings, graphs, charts and instruction technical manuals to make necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
- Trained new operators on plant procedures and safety guidelines.
- Operated and monitored plant equipment ensuring efficient power generation.
- Monitored gas and steam pressure levels to ensure optimal performance of the facility's systems.
- Started up auxiliary systems when main power sources were unavailable or offline for repairs.
- Operated equipment following corporate and manufacturer procedures.
- Operated cranes, hoists, and other heavy machinery used in the power plant environment.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding shift changes or scheduling issues.
- Checked water level readings and adjusted pumps accordingly to ensure adequate cooling capacity for the system.
- Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times.
- Completed tests of boiler water, plant condensate and chilled water to assess conformance with specifications.
- Took regulatory action based on readings from charts, meters and gauges.
- Maintained plant cleanliness and completed general housekeeping tasks to keep operations audit-ready.
- Opened and closed valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units.
- Adjusted controls to generate electrical power or regulate flow of power between generating stations and substations.
- Controlled generator output to match phase, frequency or voltage of electricity supplied to panels.
Electrician/Instrument Fitter
EIU of Louisiana
Lafayette
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Installed conduit, cable tray systems, tubing, and switchgear assemblies for efficient infrastructure setup.
- Ensured compliance with local codes and regulations during all electrical projects.
- Evaluated electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
- Constructed and installed PLC cabinets, motors, switchgear, MCCs, lighting, and power panels.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure safe and accurate task completion.
- Executed projects including co-generation and simple cycle power plants, utilizing GE Frame 7F and Westinghouse 501G technologies.
- Led termination team to expedite commissioning schedule ahead of deadlines.
- Commissioned motors, VFDs, PLCs, TCPs, GCPs, and various instruments efficiently.
- Conducted red-line revisions on technical drawings, including single line, three line, and P&IDs.
- Installed industrial instruments and equipment.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, soldering irons.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
Electrician
H&H Electric
Clarkson
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Installed generators, transfer switches, conduit, and cable tray systems for various projects.
- Executed cable pulls, terminations, and component commissioning with precision and safety.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure task completion met safety standards.
- Projects included gas compressor booster stations, water treatment facilities, warehouses, and department stores.
- Trained in operation of scissor lifts, forklifts, man baskets, boom trucks, backhoes, front end loaders, and skid steers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grayson County
Leitchfield, KY05-1999
Electrical Technology
Grayson County Vocational
Leitchfield, KY05-1999
Skills
- Resource allocation
- Electrical systems
- Problem solving
- Safety awareness and reporting
- Electrical installations
- Instrumentation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Construction supervision
- Hazard mitigation
- Control systems
- Instrumentation calibration
References
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Certification
- CA Journeyman Electrician
- WY Journeyman Electrician
- NM Journeyman Electrician
- OK Journeyman Electrician
- AR Journeyman Electrician
- TX Journeyman Electrician
- NM Journeyman Electrician
- ND Journeyman Electrician
- MN Journeyman Electrician
- City of Canton, OH Journeyman Electrician
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Site Manager MEP
Gray Construction
04.2023 - Current
SUPERINTENDENT
Prime Electrical Services LLC
01.2008 - 04.2023
SUPERINTENDENT
Triad Electric and Controls
01.2005 - 01.2008
Electrician/Instrument Tech./Power Plant Operator
TTSC
01.2002 - 01.2005
Electrician/Instrument Fitter
EIU of Louisiana
01.2000 - 01.2002
Electrician
H&H Electric
01.1996 - 01.2000
High School Diploma -
Grayson County
Electrical Technology
Grayson County Vocational
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