David Dias
Watha
Summary
Skilled Industrial Electrician with expertise in diagnosing and repairing electrical systems while ensuring safety compliance. Proficient in electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and PLC programming. Strong communicator and collaborator, dedicated to maintaining high productivity and operational efficiency in demanding environments. Committed to continuous improvement and quick adaptation to new challenges.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Electrician
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
Wilmington
08.2021 - Current
- Installed electrical systems in water treatment facilities for optimal operations.
- Performed routine maintenance on electrical equipment, enhancing operational reliability.
- Diagnosed electrical issues and performed necessary repairs swiftly.
- Followed safety protocols during installation and maintenance tasks consistently.
- Supported troubleshooting of control systems, contributing to effective utility process operations.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine the correct wiring of industrial machinery.
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures with ohmmeters and voltmeters.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers and crimpers to complete repairs or installations.
- Troubleshot, repaired, and tested electrical systems and components such as motors, switches, relays, circuit breakers, transformers, generators.
- Installed and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Replaced faulty fuses and circuit breakers to ensure system functionality.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and coworkers in order to coordinate tasks efficiently.
- Troubleshot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
- Placed conduit inside designated partitions, walls or other concealed areas.
- Complied with OSHA regulations regarding safe working practices when performing job duties.
- Interpreted diagrams and drawings to install conduit runs for new construction projects.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality control purposes prior to installation or repair work being completed.
- Planned, laid out and installed electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures around local codes and job specifications.
- Fabricated custom cable assemblies for specialized applications using a variety of techniques including soldering and crimping.
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, providing immediate solutions to urgent electrical system issues.
- Conducted safety inspections of all electrical systems in order to detect potential problems before they occur.
- Programmed PLCs for various applications including HVAC systems, conveyor belts, pumps and other automated machinery.
- Performed physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Fabricated parts according to specifications using hand and power tools.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
- Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment operation.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
- Dismantled electrical components using hand tools to disconnect and restore wiring connections.
- Directed and trained workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
- Inspected electrical equipment to ensure coding compliance and safety.
Education
HVAC Certificate - HVACR
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC08-2007
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Programmable logic controllers
- Control system programming
- Wiring installation
- Circuit breaker installation
- Breaker panel installation
- Electrical provisions installation
- Installation techniques
- System testing
- Maintenance scheduling
- Quality control inspection
- Electrical safety compliance
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Variable frequency drives
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment inspection
- Fault Finding
- HVAC systems
- Parts procurement
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Critical thinking
- Scaffolding and ladder work
- A/C troubleshooting
- Single compressor systems
- Duct sizing and design
- Heating systems
- New system installation
- Ductwork fabrication
- Welding techniques
- Cooling systems maintenance
- Customer education
- Sheet metal work
- Excellent problem solver
- Refrigeration systems
- Certified HVAC technician
- Electrical wiring
- Team collaboration
- HVAC controls
Certification
- NATE Certification- Airflow
- Type I & II EPA 608 Certification
- Maintenance Technologist Class I
Timeline
Industrial Electrician
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
08.2021 - Current
HVAC Certificate - HVACR
Cape Fear Community College