Russell Burkhart
WALLINS CREEK
Summary
Dedicated Substation Technician experienced in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electrical substation equipment. Achieved reduced downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and effective training of new team members on processes and safety protocols. Focused on delivering high-quality results while adhering to strict safety standards and efficiently documenting repair findings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Substation Tech A
Kentucky Utilities
Pineville
01.2011 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of substation equipment and systems.
- Performed maintenance on transformers and circuit breakers.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues in substations.
Order Specialist
Kentucky Utilities
Harlan
04.2007 - 01.2011
- Inspected meters to ensure proper functioning and identify any issues.
- Communicated with customers to address questions regarding meter readings.
- Operated handheld devices to collect and transmit data efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while working in various environments.
- Train new employees on proper techniques for taking accurate readings from utility meters.
- Provide customers with information about energy conservation measures and services available through utility company.
- Investigate customer complaints regarding discrepancies between actual and billed amounts of energy used.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Science/Mathematics
Southeast Community College
Cumberland , KySkills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Circuit breaker operation
- Transformer inspection
- Battery Testing
- Safety compliance
- Safety procedures
- Equipment inspection
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Crane Operations
- Team collaboration
- Meter reading
Timeline
Substation Tech A
Kentucky Utilities
01.2011 - Current
Order Specialist
Kentucky Utilities
04.2007 - 01.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Science/Mathematics
Southeast Community College