Brandon Bardel
Tri-state Water, Power, & Air
Schererville,IN
12
years of professional experience
Hardworking, hands-on tradesman with a diverse background in electrical work, fiber-optic installation, equipment assembly, construction, and material handling. Experienced with wiring and terminations, conduit and cable routing, equipment installation, troubleshooting, and job-site material management. Mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, and adaptable, with the ability to work independently or as part of a crew in field, shop, and industrial environments.
Work History
Electrician
1 Month- Install residential standby generator systems, including Kohler and Generac units.
- Inspect existing electrical service panels, meters, and service configurations to determine installation requirements.
- Install and mount automatic transfer switches (ATS), electrical raceways, conduit, fittings, and associated equipment.
- Measure, cut, route, dress, organize, and terminate electrical conductors for generator and transfer switch installations.
- Assist with generator pad preparation, equipment placement, positioning, and leveling.
- Install conduit supports, mounting hardware, and electrical components according to installation requirements.
- Complete electrical connections between service equipment, transfer switches, and generator units.
- Perform system testing, startup procedures, and operational checks to verify proper generator and transfer switch functionality.
- Identify installation challenges and troubleshoot wiring and electrical connection issues.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment to complete installations.
- Follow electrical safety procedures, manufacturer specifications, and applicable installation requirements.
Electrician
7 Months- Performed electrical assembly and wiring on specialized mobile medical imaging trailers used for MRI and PET scanning equipment.
- Routed, pulled, dressed, secured, and organized electrical cables throughout trailer electrical systems and equipment compartments.
- Installed and terminated electrical conductors between battery systems, electrical distribution equipment, junction boxes, landing boxes, and designated connection points.
- Worked with low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems, including 480V equipment and multi-conductor cabling.
- Completed electrical terminations and connections within electrical enclosures, junction boxes, and distribution equipment.
- Assisted with the installation and wiring of automatic transfer switches (ATS) and associated power distribution components.
- Prepared, dressed, and secured wiring to maintain organized cable layouts and professional installation standards.
- Used hand tools and power tools to install electrical components, route wiring, and complete assembly tasks.
- Followed wiring diagrams, electrical layouts, and work instructions to complete assigned installations and assemblies.
- Inspected wiring, terminations, and completed work for proper installation, organization, and workmanship.
- Worked alongside production and electrical team members to complete trailer assembly tasks and meet production requirements.
- Followed workplace safety procedures while performing electrical assembly and working around electrical equipment in confined spaces.
Low Voltage Technician
4 Years 6 Months- Performed fiber-optic installation and infrastructure work on large-scale data center projects for Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon.
- Installed, routed, dressed, organized, and secured fiber-optic cables and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Assisted with the installation and preparation of cable trays, pathways, and cable support systems.
- Pulled and routed fiber-optic and telecommunications cabling through designated pathways and infrastructure systems.
- Maintained organized cable layouts through proper cable dressing, routing, labeling, and securing procedures.
- Assisted with fiber-optic cable preparation, termination, and connection activities according to project specifications.
- Supported the installation of inside-plant (ISP) and outside-plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure.
- Worked with hand tools, power tools, and specialized installation equipment to complete cable installation and infrastructure tasks.
- Followed project drawings, cable schedules, labeling standards, and installation instructions to ensure accurate cable placement.
- Assisted with infrastructure preparation, material staging, and installation activities to support project schedules and deadlines.
- Coordinated with team members and other trades to complete installations while maintaining organized work areas and professional workmanship.
- Followed job-site safety requirements and procedures while working in active construction and data center environments.
Material Handler
1 Year 1 Month- Received, unloaded, organized, and stored electrical supplies, materials, and equipment within a distribution warehouse.
- Picked, pulled, assembled, and prepared customer orders according to order specifications and material requirements.
- Handled and organized electrical components, wiring, conduit, fittings, tools, and other electrical distribution supplies.
- Assisted with inventory management by tracking materials, verifying quantities, and maintaining accurate stock organization.
- Prepared, staged, and packaged materials for customer orders, deliveries, and project-specific requirements.
- Operated warehouse equipment and material-handling tools to move, organize, and position inventory.
Yard Operations Manager
2 Years 9 Months- Managed daily yard operations, maintaining organized storage areas for construction materials, tools, equipment, and pool installation supplies.
- Monitored inventory levels and identified materials needed for current and upcoming construction projects.
- Ordered construction materials, equipment, and supplies to ensure crews had the necessary resources to complete scheduled jobs.
- Tracked incoming and outgoing inventory, organized stock, and maintained accessible material storage areas.
- Prepared, gathered, and staged materials in advance for upcoming pool construction and installation projects.
- Coordinated material preparation weeks ahead of scheduled jobs to improve efficiency and minimize project delays.
- Assisted with checking material prices and comparing supply costs to support purchasing decisions.
- Loaded, unloaded, moved, and organized construction materials and equipment throughout the yard.
- Supported field crews by locating supplies, preparing materials, and providing additional labor when projects fell behind schedule.
- Assisted with in-ground swimming pool construction, concrete work, and pergola assembly as needed.
Technician
2 Years 11 Months- Installed residential and commercial underground irrigation systems, including sprinkler lines, piping, valves, and associated components.
- Operated trenching equipment to excavate pathways for underground irrigation piping and wiring.
- Installed and configured irrigation controllers and timers to regulate automatic watering schedules.
- Wired irrigation valves, control panels, and timers to establish reliable electrical connections and automated system operation.
- Assisted with troubleshooting irrigation systems by identifying wiring issues, faulty valves, leaks, and plumbing problems.
- Performed basic plumbing repairs and learned to identify common plumbing issues and determine appropriate repair methods.
- Used soldering techniques and hand tools to complete repairs and connect compatible system components as required.
- Installed irrigation equipment and routed piping and wiring throughout residential and commercial properties.
- Assisted with system testing to verify proper valve operation, controller functionality, water distribution, and overall system performance.
- Operated hand tools, power tools, and installation equipment to complete irrigation projects efficiently.
- Worked on residential and commercial installations, adapting to different property layouts and project requirements.
- Sold irrigation installation projects on a commission-plus-hourly compensation structure, helping generate business and support company sales.
Education
High School Diploma
Apprenticeship Program - Electrical
Skills
Electrical Installation & Assembly
High-Voltage & Low-Voltage Wiring
Fiber-Optic & Telecommunications Cabling
Cable Routing
Dressing & Termination
Cable Tray
Raceway & Conduit Installation
Generator & ATS Installation
Electrical Troubleshooting & Testing
Data Center Infrastructure (ISP/OSP)
Mechanical Assembly & Equipment Installation
Hand & Power Tool Operation
Inventory Control & Material Management
Material Ordering
Staging & Procurement
Warehouse Operations & Material Handling
Construction & Equipment Pad Preparation
Plumbing
Irrigation & Basic Repairs
Forklift & Aerial Lift Operation
OSHA Safety & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Blueprint & Wiring Diagram Interpretation
Quality Control & Workplace Safety
Problem-Solving & Team Collaboration
Timeline
Electrician
Tri-state Water, Power, & Air
09.2026 - CurrentRead More
Electrician
AMST
02.2026 - 09.2026Read More
Low Voltage Technician
National Technologies NTI
05.2021 - 11.2025Read More
Material Handler
Graybar Electric
04.2020 - 05.2021Read More
Yard Operations Manager
Dutch Barn Pools
03.2018 - 12.2020Read More
Technician
Carefree Lawn Sprinklers
03.2015 - 02.2018Read More
Lincoln-Way Central
High School Diploma
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IBEW Local 9
Apprenticeship Program from Electrical
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