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Jon Vaden

Arlington

Summary

Electrician with 13 years commercial and industrial experience. Adept at electrical installations and maintenance and repairs in plant facilities and businesses.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrician/Operator

Four Rivers Nuclear Partnership
03.2021 - Current

Work performed in deactivation of C-333. Install and removal of all types of electrical systems across PGDP plant site until moved to operations. Worked utility ops for 10 months until i was moved into deac ops. while in utilities, I learned the plant power system and systems plant wide.

Electrical Foreman

Beltline Electric
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
  • Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
  • Supported company objectives by consistently meeting deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards in the process.
  • Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
  • Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools.

Electrician

Riley Electric Inc.
10.2019 - 10.2020
  • Performed work at Westlake Chemicals and Wacker in Calvert City, KY
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors
  • Effectively worked with multi-craft team; providing wiring installation, preventive maintenance and testing of equipment
  • Consulted with supervisor electrician regarding likely risks associated with assigned job
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work
  • Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers
  • Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls

Foreman Electrician

Collier Electric Co
12.2017 - 10.2019
  • Work performed at Westlake, Arkema and Evonik in Calvert City, KY and at TVA-Shawnee, DUF-6 and USEC in West Paducah, KY.
  • Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code
  • Applied knowledge of trade tools and ability to read and follow blueprints and wiring plans to projects
  • Consulted with supervisor electrician regarding likely risks associated with assigned job
  • Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies

Foreman Electrician

Shambaugh & Sons
04.2017 - 08.2017
  • Overseen installation of new fire alarm system at TVA-Shawnee in West Paducah, KY
  • Tested all newly installed fire alarms
  • Read and understood product manuals and blueprints
  • Communicated effectively with customers, answering questions and concerns regarding systems
  • Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshoot devices
  • Fully installed fire alarms and various security devices

Electrician

Beltline Electric Company
04.2015 - 04.2017
  • Performed work at Ashland chemical, Westlake, and Sekisui in Calvert City, KY and at TVA-Shawnee in West Paducah, KY.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors
  • Effectively worked with multi-craft team; providing wiring installation, preventive maintenance and testing of equipment
  • Consulted with supervisor electrician regarding likely risks associated with assigned job
  • Applied knowledge of trade tools and ability to read and follow blueprints and wiring plans to projects
  • Properly stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job
  • Worked collaboratively with clients, team members, implementation consultants and resources across company to achieve desired results
  • Fabricated specific electrical component parts and assemblies
  • Maintained safety of electrical work and systems using test meters
  • Inspected completed work of apprentices and explained needed corrections

Education

Journeyman Electrician

Paducah Area JATC
Paducah, KY
06.2016

High School Diploma -

Carlisle County High School
Bardwell, KY
05.2003

Skills

  • DOE "L" Clearence
  • Control circuit troubleshooting
  • Safety procedures and regulations
  • Member of IBEW Local 816
  • Knowledge of National Electric Code (NFPA 70)
  • New construction and renovation
  • Fiber Optics Install/ Repair
  • Communications Install/ Repair
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • Certified Electrical License
  • Electrical diagnostics
  • Test equipment operation
  • OSHA 10 Certified

Timeline

Electrician/Operator

Four Rivers Nuclear Partnership
03.2021 - Current

Electrical Foreman

Beltline Electric
10.2020 - 03.2021

Electrician

Riley Electric Inc.
10.2019 - 10.2020

Foreman Electrician

Collier Electric Co
12.2017 - 10.2019

Foreman Electrician

Shambaugh & Sons
04.2017 - 08.2017

Electrician

Beltline Electric Company
04.2015 - 04.2017

Journeyman Electrician

Paducah Area JATC

High School Diploma -

Carlisle County High School
Jon Vaden