Chad Gamwell
Covina,CA
Summary
Seasoned electrical professional with a proven track record at Diversified Power, adept in conduit bending and fostering strong client relationships. Excelled in leading high-stakes projects, ensuring quality and safety. Skilled in schematic interpretation and troubleshooting, consistently delivering projects that meet rigorous standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Diversified Power
10.2023 - Current
- Building 2nd and 3rd phases of a college.
Electrical Supervisor
So Cal Communications
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Ensured adherence to quality standards by closely monitoring the workmanship of electricians on site.
- Collaborated with other supervisors for coordinating cross-functional work activities, promoting a smooth project execution.
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business opportunities and positive referrals.
- Resolved technical issues swiftly, applying troubleshooting expertise for minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
- Managed and worked in the LA county court systems.
Foreman Electrician
CRL Electric
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Ran a 7 story ground up project with a subterranean parking structure.
- Ran a 4 story project.
Project Manager
Right Angle Solutions
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Started an electrical division.
- Met with clients for job walks.
- Bid jobs.
- Ordered material from supply houses.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Service work and troubleshooting.
- Left company because of Covid. {lack of work}.
Electrical Foreman
CRL Electric
03.2008 - 07.2018
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
- Supported company objectives by consistently meeting deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards in the process.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Oversaw installation, maintenance and repair of power lines, electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
- Collaborated with other trades professionals to coordinate efforts across multiple disciplines during large-scale construction projects.
- Trained and mentored subordinates on complex procedures and industry best practices.
- Monitored employees to enforce safety and work performance standards.
- Prioritized and distributed work assignments, selecting employees by strength in skills required for each task.
- Evaluated job scope and determined necessary supplies, timelines, and projected expenses.
- Mitigated risks associated with electrical hazards through rigorous implementation of safety protocols at every job site.
- Drew and mapped out underground conduits for a job.
- Designed and installed electrical rooms.
- Ordered material with lead times accounted for.
- Met with inspectors for job inspections.
Journeyman Electrician
Hart Brothers Electric
02.2002 - 03.2008
- Remodeled supermarkets.
- Wiring up freezers and coolers.
- Removed and replaced lighting.
- Installed disconnects.
- Wired up checkout stands.
- Installed Walker Ducts.
- In charge of several apprentices.
Electrical Leadman
Howard and Olson Electric
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Built Banana ripening rooms for Del Monte Corp.
- Ran EMT and pulled wire for a complete system.
- Hooked up humidity sensors, temperature sensors.
- Control panels.
- Fan controls.
- Wired up roll up doors.
Apprentice Electrician
KCS Electric
09.1996 - 01.2000
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
- Remodeled and ground up Costco.
- T.I. work.
- Underground.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Developed expertise in troubleshooting common electrical issues, facilitating quicker solutions to resolve customer concerns.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Industrial electrical at pharmaceutical company.
Education
Certified General Electrician - Electrical
Weca
Rancho Cordova, CA08-2014
Skills
- Conduit bending
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical testing
- Fire alarm systems
- Electrical circuits
- Equipment installation
- Low-voltage systems
- Wiring diagrams
- New system installations
- Schematic and blueprint interpretation
- Installing equipment
- Basic mathematical skill
- Arc flash safety
- Surge protection
- Hand tool operation
- Control systems
- Switchgear maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Residential construction
- Diagnosis and testing
- Computer savvy
- Instrumentation calibration
- Mechanical operations
- Project estimation and bidding
- Analyzing performance
Certification
- Valid California Drivers License.
- State of California General Electrician certification
- CPR and AED certification
- G3 NFPA 70E.
- G4 NFPA 70E.
- Permit required confine space entry/rescue.
- C4 Forklift Operator Certification.
- Hazwopper 40 hour training.
- OSHA 10.
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Diversified Power
10.2023 - Current
Electrical Supervisor
So Cal Communications
07.2023 - 09.2024
Foreman Electrician
CRL Electric
07.2021 - 07.2023
Project Manager
Right Angle Solutions
07.2018 - 07.2021
Electrical Foreman
CRL Electric
03.2008 - 07.2018
Journeyman Electrician
Hart Brothers Electric
02.2002 - 03.2008
Electrical Leadman
Howard and Olson Electric
01.2000 - 01.2002
Apprentice Electrician
KCS Electric
09.1996 - 01.2000
- Valid California Drivers License.
- State of California General Electrician certification
- CPR and AED certification
- G3 NFPA 70E.
- G4 NFPA 70E.
- Permit required confine space entry/rescue.
- C4 Forklift Operator Certification.
- Hazwopper 40 hour training.
- OSHA 10.
Certified General Electrician - Electrical
Weca
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