Chris Wilkinson
Bakersfield
Summary
With a proven track record at Pactiv-Novolex, I excel in electrical installations and troubleshooting, enhancing system safety and efficiency. My mentoring of apprentices showcases my teamwork ability, while my expertise in electrical repairs and maintenance demonstrates a keen attention to detail and mechanical aptitude, significantly reducing downtime in industrial settings. Part of my daily focus is to help maintain the running equipment and also help the current maintenance staff with troubleshooting issues and making the correct repairs. During my day to day work always fallowing the safety rules and fallowing Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician Specialist 1 (ESP1)
Pactiv-Novolex
2024 Norris Rd Bakersfield CA
01.1993 - Current
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Reduced downtime in industrial settings by conducting preventative maintenance on critical electrical equipment.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/480 volt systems.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
Education
Introduction To PLCs And Programming
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2023
Introduction To Electricity
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA06-1999
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
Bakersfield, CA06-1992
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Process Troubleshooting
- Works well in team environment
- Electrical testing
- Circuit testing
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Voltmeter use
- Mechanical aptitude and repairs
Accomplishments
- Maintenance/Repair - Repaired AC/DC circuits and multiple volt type 3-phase circuits.
- Perform mechanical breakdown repairs.
- Troubleshoot and correct process issues.
- Work with maintenance team to perform proper installation of new equipment.
Timeline
Electrician Specialist 1 (ESP1)
Pactiv-Novolex
01.1993 - Current
Introduction To PLCs And Programming
Bakersfield College
Introduction To Electricity
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School