Stephen Vaughn
Inman,SC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Sumter Utilities, excelling in crew supervision and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and mentor team members. Skilled in electrical installation and customer service, consistently achieving project goals while maintaining high safety standards.
Knowledgeable Lighting Specialist with hands-on experience in supervising construction sites, ensuring project timelines, and maintaining high standards of safety compliance. Proven ability to manage diverse teams effectively, leading to successful project completions. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and problem-solving in dynamic work environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Working Forman
Sumter Utilities
Duncan, SC
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of utility crew, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
- Trained new team members on safety practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented best practices for workflow efficiency among team members.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, materials used, and labor hours logged.
Street Lighting Electrician
American Lighting and Signalization
Spartanburg, SC
01.2017 - 03.2025
- Installed and maintained street lighting systems, ensuring optimal functionality across various urban environments.
- Conducted troubleshooting for electrical issues, diagnosing problems efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with municipal teams to plan and execute installation schedules, enhancing project timelines.
- Implemented safety protocols in all work processes, promoting a secure environment for team members and the public.
- Mentored junior electricians on technical skills and safety practices, fostering professional development within the team.
- Managed inventory of electrical components, ensuring timely availability of supplies for ongoing projects.
- Adhered to all relevant electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards while performing installations and repairs on public property.
- Minimized disruption to local businesses and residents by scheduling work during low-traffic hours whenever possible.
- Reduced energy consumption by retrofitting outdated lighting fixtures with energy-efficient LED technology.
Assistant Manager
Autobell
Asheville, NC
06.2012 - 02.2016
- provided customer assistance with damage claims
- Helped develop employee schedules and work with them while they were in school
- trained new hires on proper procedures and customer networking
- make daily bank drops and end of day money deposits
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Hendersonville, NCAssociate of Science - Nursing
Caldwell Community College
Boone, NCSkills
- Job reporting and documentation
- Job site maintenance
- Customer assistance
- Construction supervision
- Crew oversight
- Verbal and written communication
- Team instructions
- Safety compliance
- Company safety policies
- Time management
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
- Electrical installation
- Decision-making
- Tool maintenance
- Schematics and blueprints
- Equipment operation
- Dimensions and measurements
- OSHA compliance
- Team mentoring
- Daily reporting
Certification
Have my OHSA-10
Timeline
Working Forman
Sumter Utilities
04.2025 - Current
Street Lighting Electrician
American Lighting and Signalization
01.2017 - 03.2025
Assistant Manager
Autobell
06.2012 - 02.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Caldwell Community College