Abel Ruiz
El Paso,TX
Summary
Having been in the construction industry for the past 40+ years, I have gained a vast amount of experience and knowledge Having worked my way up, learning how to get projects completed on time and under budget as well as working well and coordination with other trades/contractors to schedule completion of work. Licensed in Colorado, New Mexico and in the process of obtaining my Texas Journeyman license.
Detailed Foreman skilled in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Team-oriented professional with strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Open minded to grow knowledge and strong teamwork relationships.
Bilingual and successful in meeting tight job deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman/Journeyman Electrician
IBEW LU 583
04.2024 - Current
- Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications and expectations
- Coordinated and collaborated with other trades to ensure fast , effective and efficient installations.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Planning and layout, design and build, teaching apprentices.
Journeyman Electrician
Volter Electric
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
- Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
- Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
- Worked with contractors regarding project timelines and budgets.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
- Led team of apprentice electricians in installing electrical systems and inspecting existing circuits.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
Journeyman Electrician
Texas MEP
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
- Inspected completed installations for conformance to codes and regulations.
- Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
- Worked with contractors regarding project timelines and budgets.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
Journeyman Electrician
Exceed Electric
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
- Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
- Inspected completed installations for conformance to codes and regulations.
- Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
- Worked with contractors regarding project timelines and budgets.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
- Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
Journeyman Electrician
City and County of Denver/DIA
12.2012 - 10.2018
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Maintained records of work performed for future reference purposes.
- Provided emergency services during outages or natural disasters.
- Performed maintenance on existing electrical wiring and equipment.
- Updated outdated wiring systems with newer technologies.
- Replaced faulty switches, outlets, circuit breakers when necessary.
- Identified system malfunctions and performed repairs as needed.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
- Reviewed existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
Skills
- Daily Reporting
- Worksite safety
- Job site management
- Crew Leadership
- Project Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Schematics and Blueprints
- Project Planning
- Spanish/English Fluency
- Commercial construction experience
- Project Management
Timeline
Foreman/Journeyman Electrician
IBEW LU 583
04.2024 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
Volter Electric
01.2023 - 02.2024
Journeyman Electrician
Texas MEP
07.2022 - 01.2023
Journeyman Electrician
Exceed Electric
03.2021 - 06.2022
Journeyman Electrician
City and County of Denver/DIA
12.2012 - 10.2018
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