Patrick Johnston

Patrick Johnston

Chief Electrician

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director of Facilities and Maintenance

  • Education

    • Construction Institute at The University of Hartford

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      Certification Project Management
    • Construction Institute at University of Hartford

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      Certification Facilities Management
    • Western Connecticut State University

      1985 - 2020
      Business Administration and Management, General
  • Experience

    • First Light Power Resources - Connecticut Hydro

      Feb 1990 - Oct 2022
      Chief Electrician

      Leads a professional staff and manages all facets of maintenance for seven hydro-electric facilities including major capital projects, system renovations and upgrades. Maintains and repairs electrical systems, motor controls, instrumentation, single phase and three phase systems. Low voltage and high voltage, A/C and D/C. Major battery back-up uninterruptible power supplies and back up generators. Involved in planning of plant outages, critical path schedules schedules and all aspects of environmental and safety protocols. Consistently achieved completion of project goals in a timely manner while providing continuous feedback. Utilizes and communicates proactive approach to maintenance, balances compliance requirements with cost efficiencies, productivity and safety. Serves as a catalyst for positive change by maintaining open lines of communication with management. Works in partnership with outside vendors and contractors providing requisite instruction regarding all company policies. Show less

    • Green Grove Real Estate LLC

      Apr 1992 - Dec 2018
      Facilities and Project Manager - Developer

      Managed facilities, projects and developed commercial and residential buildings. Managed bids, budgets, schedules, permitting and code compliance. Operated as General Contractor and worked directly with sub-contractors covering, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, HVAC, landscaping and all suppliers. Coordinated and resolved issues involving repairs, maintenance, positive tenant / stakeholder relations and problem resolution. Maintained consistent 90% - 100% occupancy.

    • Connecticut Renaissance

      Mar 2023 - now
      • Facilities and Maintenance Manager

        Aug 2022 - now
      • Director

        Mar 2023 - Aug 2024
    • Freelance

      Jun 2024 - now
      Facilities Management Consultant
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CDL - Commercial Drivers License - Class A

    • Real Estate License

      State of Connecticut
      Nov 2017