Jed Orr
Victoria,BC
Summary
Forward-thinking and strategic leader with 26 years of experience in the electrical industry. Streamlining and positive leadership style. Experienced IT electrician with top-notch implementation and project management abilities. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams. Well-versed in infrastructure, security planning and daily operations management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Electrician
School District No 63
2007.09 - Current
- Implementing IT strategy and drafted a comprehensive road-map to align to Business Strategy .
- Providing timely, high-quality electrical services for a multitude of users and staff.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors that led to favorable pricing and timely availability of essential components.
- Coordinated with utility providers to ensure seamless integration of newly installed electrical systems into existing infrastructures.
- Performed accurate load calculations, ensuring safe distribution of power across various circuits in commercial environments.
- Upgraded outdated wiring systems to comply with modern safety standards, preventing potential hazards.
- Improved electrical system reliability by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting on various equipment.
- Enhanced safety standards through thorough inspections and adherence to codes and regulations.
- Conducted comprehensive testing on complex control panels, ensuring proper functionality before commissioning projects.
- Maintained detailed documentation for each project, facilitating streamlined communication among team members and clients regarding progress updates and changes.
- Reduced downtime in production facilities through prompt identification and resolution of electrical issues.
- Proactively identified potential problems by diligently observing systems and keeping abreast of industry developments, minimizing the risk of costly failures.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Working with management to diversify teams, allocating resources to ongoing projects and enforcing deadlines.
- Defining project plans and deliverables and monitoring status of tasks.
- Drafting action plans and leading meetings with department executives to review project status and proposed changes.
- Coaching and mentoring team members to ensure relevant and up to date skills
Education
Advanced Electrical Code - Electrical Codes
Camosun College
Victoria, BC01.2006
Red Seal - Electrician - Construction Foundation
Camosun College
Victoria, BC01.2003
Skills
- Business Process and requirements analysis
- Risk management
- Project lifecycle management
- Project Coordination
- Budget Administration
- IT Risk Management, Resource Use and Procurement
- Risk mitigation planning
- Quality Assurance
- Analytical Skills
- Time Management
- Change Management
- Team Development
- Problem-Solving and Techinical Troubleshooting
- Documentation And Reporting
- Self Motivation
- Effective Communication, Professionalism, Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Infrastructure Planning
- Infrastructure development
- Information Security
Accomplishments
- Achieved the upgrade and maintenance of the IT infrastructure by completing projects with accuracy and efficiency. This included the oversight and development of other IT staff members.
- Continuously collaborating with stakeholders in a multitude of projects within the school district in order to make sure that all parties needed are involved to make any project successful.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Senior Electrician
School District No 63
2007.09 - Current
Advanced Electrical Code - Electrical Codes
Camosun College
Red Seal - Electrician - Construction Foundation
Camosun College
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