Dwayne Fries

5945 Whitney Kathleen Drive

Apartment 102

Westerville, OH 43081

(614)374-2685

dwaynefries1@gmail.com

www.linkedin.com/in/dwayne-fries

Profile: Energy Marshal & Critical Infrastructure Authority. Proven leader in hyperscale data center construction and live energy operations with mission-critical, zero-incident execution across multi-billion-dollar projects for Google, AWS, and AEP. Brings decades of operational judgment that engineers can’t match without years of trial-by-fire — capable of stepping in on day one to control, coordinate, and authorize complex power transfers and safety-critical commissioning without a learning curve. Expert in writing and enforcing Energy Control Programs (ECP), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Method of Procedure (MOP) standards that become benchmarks for entire organizations. Final authority for energization in multi-trade, multi-MW environments — where the wrong call can cost lives, infrastructure, and millions in uptime losses.

Work Experience:

Ascension – Construction Management / Energy Marshal | 2024 – 2025 - Final authority for all live energy operations on hyperscale data centers, safeguarding multi-billion-dollar assets and project timelines. - Authored and enforced ECP and LOTO policies, ensuring flawless safety compliance during complex commissioning and turnover phases — including equipment with four separate power sources. - Directed safe power sequencing to protect equipment and personnel from surges and arc flash hazards. - Wrote and taught Arc Flash Awareness training tailored to team needs. - Reviewed, corrected, and approved MOPs across six trades, serving as final go/no-go decision maker. - Designed flexible ECP framework adaptable to multiple clients.

American Electric Power (AEP) – Data Center Operations | 2023
- Managed grid-critical datacenter transitions, ensuring legal and physical separation of primary and secondary grid operations.
- Maintained failover assurance for millions of end users, preventing catastrophic outages.
- Developed and implemented MOP/SOPs for high-voltage switching, mitigating cyber- and physical-threat vulnerabilities.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) – Data Center Operations | 2021-2023
- Operated global-scale datacenters focusing on HVAC and electrical one-line systems.
- Trained new hires on rack installation and interpreting complex one-lines.
- Authored MOP/SOP documentation bridging engineering design and field execution.
- Acted as first responder for incidents, delivering solutions without downtime.

First Communities – Building Engineer / Project Manager | 2020
- Led engineering and project management for two high-rise residential towers (32 stories / 400 units).
- Managed all critical systems, ensuring municipal compliance.
- Coordinated contractor schedules to recover delays and maintain budget.

Energy Marshal & Critical Infrastructure Authority
Proven leader in hyperscale data center construction and live energy operations with mission-critical, zero-incident execution across multi-billion-dollar projects for Google, AWS, and AEP. Brings decades of operational judgment engineers can’t match without years of trial-by-fire — capable of stepping in on day one to control, coordinate, and authorize complex power transfers and safety-critical commissioning without a learning curve. Expert in writing and enforcing Energy Control Programs (ECP), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Method of Procedure (MOP) standards that become benchmarks for entire organizations. Final authority for energization in multi-trade, multi-MW environments — where the wrong call can cost lives, infrastructure, and millions in uptime losses.

Ball Metalpack - Maintainer | 2019 – 2020

-Oversaw the entire production line for coating operations, applying epoxy to sheet metal and coordinating the line through a two‑football‑field‑length oven to downstream fabrication processes.

-Operated, adjusted, and monitored high‑speed coating equipment to maintain throughput and product quality.

-Executed routine preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to ensure continuous production and minimize downtime.

-Inspected coated output for consistency, adherence to specifications, and quality standards, escalating defects promptly.

-Collaborated closely with mechanics and production supervisors during equipment changeovers and maintenance shutdowns to optimize safety and line efficiency.

-Managed housekeeping and safety compliance on the line, including lubricating machinery, clearing jams, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace in line with SOPs.

-Communicated effectively across shifts to ensure operational continuity and smooth documentation of production performance and maintenance activities.

– USS Pennsylvania – Electronics Technician | 1997 – 2002
- Operated and maintained nuclear weapons handling systems aboard ballistic missile submarine.
- Integrated LOTO and environmental safety into refit operations in dry dock.
- Recognized as Best in Enlisted Submarine Service (valedictorian).

US Air Force – Electrical & Pneumatic Specialist (Reservist) | 2002 – 2005
- Maintained zero-fault performance in aircraft electrical and pneumatic systems.
- Supported transition from C-141 decommissioning to C-5 Galaxy commissioning.

Early Career – Wendy’s International, General Manager (1999 – 2016)
- Led multiple new-store launches, team leadership, and process improvements.

Education and Training:

The Ohio State University – B.S., Applied Physics (Quantum Mechanics & Relativity Focus) | 2016 – 2019
- Completed degree in 3.5 years rather than the typical 5 years.
- Additional studies in modern power distribution and generation, materials behavior, and engineering-level electronics theory.

-Renewables
-NFPA 70E – Low and Medium Voltage Certified
-NFPA 70 – Code Knowledge (Unlicensed)

-OSHA 30
-Navy Nuclear Power A-School – Electronics Theory & Systems
-Basic Enlisted Submarine School (BESS) – Submarine Operations & Safety
-Electronics Technician C School – Comms, Nav, Radar, Sonar Systems
-USAF Electrical & Pneumatic Systems Tech School – Aircraft Power Systems

Key Skills:

• Hyperscale data center construction & commissioning •QA/QC •NEC Highly Knowledgeable  •Live energy operations oversight •Live Load Transfer (LLT) • Critical infrastructure resiliency & failover assurance •Energy Control Program (ECP) development & enforcement • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) master policy creation • Method of procedure (MOP) / SOP authoring & final review • Arc Flash Awareness training & compliance • Multi-trade coordination & operational leadership • Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & incident prevention • High-reliability operations in zero-margin environments •EPMS • BMS •Theoretical Renewable Energy •Bluebeam  •BIM 360 •Sub Stations •MV/LV •Negotiation •Field Operations •Construction •Safety •Subject Matter Expert •Travel •Hybrid Work •Training •One Lines •Schematics •Contracts •Fire and Life Safety •HVAC •Chillers •Cooling Towers •Backup Water Towers •Rack Liquid and Air Cooling •UPS •PDU •Diesel Generators •ATS •CRAH •AHU •Switchgear •Electrical •Mechanical •MEP •Travel •Security Clearance •Emergency Response •PLC •Artificial Intelligence - AI