John Gentry
Lexington
Summary
Adept at fostering teamwork and delivering top-notch customer service, I excelled at Pan American Electric by leading complex projects to completion with efficiency. My expertise in electrical installations and repairs, combined with a positive attitude, drove significant improvements in client satisfaction and operational productivity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
S & H Deliveries
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
Warehouse Supervisor
Davis Salvage Auto Parts
02.2021 - 09.2024
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Williamsburg Plastics
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
Journeyman Electrician
Firestone Industrial Products Company
05.2014 - 03.2018
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal productivity during electrical tasks.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by reading blueprints accurately and executing installations accordingly.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Journeyman Electrician
Pan American Electric
07.2009 - 08.2014
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by reading blueprints accurately and executing installations accordingly.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
- Reduced downtime in production facilities by promptly troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing professional and courteous customer service while addressing their electrical needs.
- Streamlined project completion times with efficient wiring and installation techniques.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Williamsburg Ind. School
Williamsburg, Ky05-1991
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Valid Driver's license
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Delivery Driver
S & H Deliveries
10.2024 - 02.2025
Warehouse Supervisor
Davis Salvage Auto Parts
02.2021 - 09.2024
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Williamsburg Plastics
04.2018 - 01.2021
Journeyman Electrician
Firestone Industrial Products Company
05.2014 - 03.2018
Journeyman Electrician
Pan American Electric
07.2009 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Williamsburg Ind. School
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