1. John Pappas
4250 N. Marine Dr. Chicago, IL. 60613, USA
Telephone: + (1) 224 563 8475 | Email: jpappas9353@yahoo.com
JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN
 Versatile and highly skilled Electrical Supervisor with global exposure offering over 25 years of cumulative
experience predominantly in the areas of Electrical Project Planning & Scheduling, Cost Estimation, Material
Management, Site Inspections and Team Management in the Electrical and Construction industry
 Member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Union 134 with advanced skill sets &
trainings and evolved leadership & managerial skills with expertise in managing a wide variety of electrical
projects across residential, commercial and industrial structures
 Skilled in leading Electrical Project Transformations and utilizing technical intellect, strategic insight and
sharp planning skills to manage project operations and meet top & bottom line objectives
 Rich exposure to material requirement gathering, work planning & scheduling, allocating team & resources in a cost
effective manner, controlling the assigned budget, deviations reporting and delivering projects within the stipulated
timeframe meeting highest standards of quality
 Recognised for hands on experience in construction, troubleshooting and inspection of facilities & equipment,
managing multi-skilled tradesmen and site management
 Outstanding track record of working at high end Military Test sites/camps housing an array of complex
electrical installations across Iraq & Afghanistan as well as inspecting and maintaining facilities for soldiers
and civilians
 A results-oriented professional with a positive demeanor and strong work ethic with proven track record of
demonstrating exemplary performance in high pressure and dynamic environment
 An excellent communicator with the ability to work under pressure in fast-paced, time sensitive environments.
Proven ability to interact effectively with people of diverse nationalities and comfortable working in a multi-cultural set-
up
Core Competencies
Project Scheduling & Analysis ▪ Contracts Management ▪ Repair & Maintenance ▪ Budget Control ▪ Site/Safety
Management ▪ Electricians Supervision ▪ Recordkeeping & Documentation ▪ Installation and Inspection of Electrical
Equipment ▪ Material/Equipment Procurement & Management ▪ Electrical Codes & Maintenance Standards ▪
Building/Site Inspections ▪ QA / QC ▪ Health & Safety Improvements ▪ Client Management ▪ Troubleshooting ▪ Testing &
Repair Emergency Services ▪ Inspections ▪ Scheduling & Planning Safety ▪ Underground Piping Electrical Work
Key Deliverables across Career Span
Site Management
 Responsible for project management and supervision of electrical installations in commercial, industrial & residential
settings
 Providing construction requirements, liaising with project stakeholders to discuss tactical planning design &
implementation, Health & Safety at Work Act and project management tools / methodologies
 Developing work & equipment usage schedules and drafting procedures for equipment & appliance maintenance
 Preparing material & labor estimates and monitoring the acquisition as well as materials usage
 Supervising and coordinating activities of workers involved in installation, repair & inspection
 Training employees on new work methods or procedures and promptly communicating changes in safety regulations,
work policies, electrical codes & standards
 Accountable for coordinating electrical installations, routine/non-routine electrical maintenance, electrical
commissioning, electrical breakdown services, fault finding and data inventory verification
 Liaising with project stakeholders and updating the management on the progress of ongoing construction works
 Supervising contractor crew on facility construction and modifications
 Evaluating the site to study the existing power facilities, analyzing the feasibility for up-gradation/ set-up of new
generators and creating design for power from the generator to the receptacles
 Responsible for construction & maintenance of facilities buildings including testing for resistance on all grounding
Electrical Design, Installation, Maintenance and Repair Operations Management
 Responsible for installation cutting, threading and bending of conduits/PVC Conduits as well as installation of wires &
cable control wiring
 Installation of switches, receptacles, electrical panels, switchgears, transfer switches, transformers, motor control
centers, chillers, roof-top units, disconnects, motors and wiring & termination of all cables
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2.  Performing 120, 277, 480, and 4160 volts, single and three phase work
 Carrying out underground work; installing primary feeds, risers for feeding distribution panels & bus-bars for stations &
electrical vaults
 Working on fire alarm, security & automotive systems and rebuilding motors
 Working on connecting and terminating transfer switches both automatic & manual, transformers of all sizes and
fittings & connections of explosion proof boxes
 Responsible for installation, connection and resistance testing of new generators & ground rings whilst ensuring
appropriate bonding of the neutral at the source.
 Redirecting power from smaller existing sub panels as well as monitoring the generator & the panels
 Building new distribution panel from an existing old one
Site Inspections & Quality Assurance
 Performing critical safety checks involving voltage of 230/380 volts to determine & remove overloading of circuits to
meet normal operating condition
 Inspecting the accomplished work to ensure compliance with government electrical codes & company standards
 Inspecting new buildings/ remodeled buildings & structures to ensure compliance with standard electrical codes &
maintenance standards as well as reviewing plans for future buildings
 Assisting Engineers in gathering design requirements
 Enforcing safety regulations at the project site and ensuring adherence to appropriate codes & standards
 Ensuring adherence of contractors to established specifications through site inspections
Career Progression
Electrical Supervisor/Journeyman Jun 1986 – Sep 2015
LOCAL UNION 134 IBEW
* Previous employment history includes over 15 years of experience in spearheading various high –end electrical
projects across the globe
Professional Credentials
 OSHA 30 Certified
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts /Pre-Law Jan 2000 – Dec 2002
Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, Illinois
Personal Details
Date of Birth : 3rd
September, 1953
Nationality : American
Gender : Male
Marital Status : Single
Driving License : American
Language Proficiency : English
References available on request
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