Alex Hartwell
1574 Enterprise Circle, Pittsburg,CA
Summary
Communications and electrical technician with 20+ years of experience supporting transit systems, train control equipment, structured cabling, low-voltage infrastructure, and network maintenance. Strong background in troubleshooting, safety compliance, and working in high-risk environments including trackways, construction sites, and occupied facilities. Proven team contributor with extensive hands-on technical expertise and Cal/OSHA compliance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Train Control Electronic Technician (SEIU)
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
Oakland
06.2025 - Current
- Repair, replace, and adjust power supplies, relays, motors, switches, and electronic components.
- Troubleshoot hardware and software using diagnostic tools, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators.
- Install wiring, connectors, and components for equipment modifications.
- Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and adjustments.
Electrical Helper
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
Oakland
04.2022 - 06.2025
- Perform electrical work in aerial, grade-level, and subway environments.
- Install insulators on 1kV rail systems; assist with breakers, transformers, and rectifiers.
- Install conduit, thread pipe, re-lamp fixtures, and support system upgrades.
- Maintain tools, materials, and worksite safety per transit and OSHA standards.
Electrical / Data & Communications Technician (Subcontractor)
William Bradley Electric
San Francisco
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Installed structured cabling for data, AV, and CCTV systems.
- Completed pre-wiring, termination, testing, labeling, and documentation.
- Installed server racks, network cabinets, and sound masking systems.
Data Networking Technician
Tulum Innovations
San Francisco
02.2019 - 10.2020
- Installed and maintained data, AV, and CCTV infrastructure.
- Performed testing, labeling, reporting, and quality assurance.
Cable, Home Security & Network Maintenance Technician
XFINITY
Richmond
04.1999 - 08.2017
- Performed network maintenance, troubleshooting, node upgrades, splicing, and ingress/egress mitigation.
- Installed CAT5 and fiber cabling; supported optical node activation and optimization.
- Installed home security systems and trained new technicians on safety and procedures.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Cal State East Bay
Hayward, CASome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Grambling
Lincoln Parish, LAHigh School Diploma -
DeAnza High
Richmond, CA06.1988
Skills
- Communications & Low-Voltage Systems
- Electrical & Transit Infrastructure
- Train Control Equipment
- Structured Cabling (CAT5/6, Fiber)
- AV & CCTV Systems
- Conduit & Pipe Threading
- Network Troubleshooting
- Rail & Trackway Safety
- Power Tools & Test Equipment
- Safety Compliance (Cal/OSHA)
- Customer Service
- Training & Mentorship
Certification
- OSHA 10 (Aerial)
- Boom Lift Trained
- FCC Radio Telephone Operator License
Timeline
Train Control Electronic Technician (SEIU)
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
06.2025 - Current
Electrical Helper
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
04.2022 - 06.2025
Electrical / Data & Communications Technician (Subcontractor)
William Bradley Electric
10.2020 - 04.2022
Data Networking Technician
Tulum Innovations
02.2019 - 10.2020
Cable, Home Security & Network Maintenance Technician
XFINITY
04.1999 - 08.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Cal State East Bay
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Grambling
High School Diploma -
DeAnza High