Christian A. Barnes
Orem,UT
Summary
Dedicated Commercial Electrician with extensive experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in commercial settings. Expertise in diagnosing issues, interpreting blueprints, and utilizing specialized tools while adhering to safety protocols. Strong problem-solving skills and technical knowledge drive operational efficiency and ensure optimal performance of electrical systems.
Overview
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Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
NWS Enterprises
Canby, Oregon
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Adjusted handlebars, seats, gears, and components for optimal fit and performance.
- Installed pedals, seats, tires, and accessories, ensuring high-quality final builds.
- Tested completed bikes for safety issues before releasing them to customers.
- Provided excellent customer service, thereby enhancing company reputation and customer satisfaction.
Maintenance Technician
Powder River
Provo, Utah
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Applied troubleshooting techniques to identify and fix electrical and mechanical problems.
- Repaired mechanical failures in Powder River production and facility systems, ensuring operational integrity.
- Inspected machinery for wear, leaks, damage, and safety concerns, contributing to a safer workplace.
- Operated hand and power tools for repairs, enhancing equipment reliability.
Maintenance Electrician
Concept Property Management
Salt Lake City, Utah
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Summarized key responsibilities and achievements in reports.
- Managed work orders, service logs, and maintenance checklists to ensure timely and efficient service.
- Repaired minor carpentry, electrical and plumbing issues to return equipment to functionality.
- Executed repairs on doors, locks, fixtures, and property damage, enhancing safety and functionality.
- Utilized hand and power tools for minor maintenance repairs and grounds upkeep, contributing to overall property condition.
Order Filler
Medline Distribution Center
Salt Lake City, Utah
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Documented lessons learned from each position to enhance future operational performance.
- Operated pallet jack to move cartons and supplies safely
- Picked medical supply orders from bins using RF scanner
- Received and prepared orders for shipment by selecting items from shelves, packing boxes, labeling, and loading onto delivery trucks.
Electrician
Sparrow Electric
Midvale, Utah
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Add measurable accomplishments, such as sales growth, customer satisfaction, profitability increase, or others.
- Wired photovoltaic systems to service panels and electrical equipment, ensuring reliable energy delivery.
- Calibrated digital meters used to measure current, voltage and power output from PV systems.
- Installed mounting hardware, cabling, and wiring for solar electric panels, enhancing system durability and performance.
- Installed cables, conductors, and wire trays, completing the necessary hook-ups for primary power lines to maintain operational integrity.
Maintenance Electrician
Staybright Electric Of CO
Salt Lake City, Utah
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained electrical systems across residential and commercial properties for Concept Property Management.
- managed lighting service for major box store chains; operated scissor lifts for high-bay access; replaced ballasts and installed new tombstones for expired units to ensure consistent illumination and safety.
- Diagnosed wiring faults, lighting issues, and breaker problems in tenant spaces.
- Executed repairs on electrical outlets to restore functionality, switches, fixtures, and panels using standard electrical tools.
Warehouse & Logistics Manager
West Side Electric Company
Portland, OR
08.2011 - 04.2016
- Directed warehouse operations and inventory logistics for high-volume electrical projects, ensuring timely delivery of materials to support project deadlines.
- Optimized material distribution workflows, enhancing field crew efficiency and reducing downtime during project execution.
- Confirmed total hours worked: 1,486.00
Apprentice Electrician
Tasco Engineering Inc.
Lehi, UT
11.2009 - 08.2011
- Executed electrical installations for industrial engineering projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards under Master Electrician supervision.
- Installed conduit, wiring, and devices for Tasco Engineering Inc. electrical projects.
- Pulled cable through trays, walls, and raceways for new installations.
- Tested circuits with meters to verify voltage, continuity, and grounding.
- Validated 384 hours worked on project to ensure accurate project tracking and reporting.
Apprentice Electrician (Dopl Verified)
Arco Electric Inc.
Sandy, Utah
04.2007 - 06.2008
- Installed wiring, conduit, and fixtures on DOPL verified job sites.
- Executed high-density commercial installations of boxes, fittings, conduit, and wire/cable to meet project specifications.
- Assisted journeymen with electrical repairs, replacements, and service calls.
- Interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and code requirements for apprentice tasks.
- Verified total hours worked: 2,211 over multiple project phases.
Field Foreman
Beahr Construction
West Jordan, UT
04.2005 - 12.2005
- Supervised field crews on commercial and residential job sites to ensure quality and timely project completion.
- Managed material ordering, scheduling, and site safety compliance to meet project deadlines and regulatory standards.
- Documented 1,503 hours worked to ensure accurate payroll processing and accountability.
Apprentice Electrician
Capital Electric
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2005 - 12.2005
- Executed electrical grid installations for commercial construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety standards and specifications.
- Assisted licensed electricians with wiring, terminations, and panel assembly.
- Inspected circuits using multimeters, testers, and calibrated tools.
- Reviewed and verified 1,171 hours worked to ensure accurate project tracking and labor allocation.
Apprentice Electrician
Intermountain Electric Service
Riverton, WY
10.2004 - 02.2005
- Installed conduit, wiring, and devices on Tasco Engineering industrial projects.
- Provided electrical services for commercial and industrial facilities, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated the installation of cable infrastructure to ensure connectivity within building systems.
- Confirmed and recorded 920 hours worked, maintaining accurate project documentation.
Electrical Apprentice
Utah Employment Services (Arco/Precise)
, Utah
07.2003 - 07.2004
- Installed conduit, wiring, and electrical components on Arco and Precise job sites.
- Pulled wire and connected circuits for commercial and industrial systems.
- Read blueprints and schematics to support Utah Employment Services electrical crews.
- Executed subcontractor tasks for large-scale commercial build-outs, ensuring adherence to project timelines.
- Recorded and verified 766.50 labor hours to maintain accurate project documentation.
Apprentice Electrician
Electro Specialties, Inc.
West Jordan, UT
03.2004 - 05.2004
- Installed conduit and wiring on industrial projects for Tasco Engineering Inc.
- Executed residential and light commercial electrical installations, enhancing functionality and safety.
- Read blueprints and schematics for electrical layout work.
- Pulled cable and routed conductors through panels and trays.
- Verified Hours: 335.00
Industrial Apprentice
Intermountain Electric Service
Riverton, WY
08.2001 - 10.2001
- Contributed to heavy industrial electrical construction and infrastructure projects.
- Followed safety procedures and lockout tagout rules on active projects.
- Carried tools and materials across electrical service job sites.
- Verified Hours: 417.00
Electrician
Jordan Valley Electric, Inc.
West Jordan, UT
05.2000 - 05.2001
- Specialized in commercial remodeling and upgraded electrical systems in existing buildings to enhance functionality and compliance.
- Executed installation of wiring systems to meet safety standards and client requirements. and fixtures for Sparrow Electric residential service calls
- Troubleshot electrical faults using testers and circuit diagrams at Sparrow Electric
- Repaired electrical panels to restore functionality and ensure safety in residential settings., outlets, and switches during Sparrow Electric maintenance work
- Verified and documented 1,591 hours of electrical work to ensure accurate billing and project accountability.
Energy Services Specialist
Sun Industries
Tooele, UT
03.1999 - 02.2000
- Executed energy-efficient retrofits and electrical maintenance to enhance system performance.
- Ensured accuracy of 1,331 hours reported
- Supported Sun Industries service requests and client communication.
- Tracked service tickets and updated records for Sun Industries.
Apprentice Electrician (Dopl Verified)
Arco Electric
Sandy, Utah
05.1994 - 02.1997
- Advanced readiness for raceway distribution and specialized electrical work through comprehensive training.
- Reached 5505.50 verified hours demonstrating sustained field experience.
- Read blueprints and followed electrical plans on Utah job sites.
- Installed switches, outlets, fixtures, and panel components.
- Installed conduit systems including EMT, rigid conduit, flexible conduit.
- Installed cable trays to facilitate power distribution from main panels to branch circuits.
- Connected cables from service entrance to meters and main distribution panel boards, ensuring reliable electrical flow.
- Pulled electrical wire through conduit and organized materials for efficient daily work.
Education
GED -
Salt Lake Community College
4500 S Redwood RdSkills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Conduit bending
- Blueprint reading
- System installation
- Maintenance and repairs
- Repair
- Troubleshooting
- Raceways, Boxes, & Fittings: 3,2480 Hours
- Wire and Cable: 7710 Hours
- Distribution & Equipment: 6615 Hours
- Specialized Industrial Work: 8250 Hours
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Equipment maintenance
- Work order management
- Construction experienceion to detail
- Diagnostics
- Troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Verbal communication
- Diagnosticsee
Personal Information
Title: Electrician
Certification
Utah Dopl License: #277703-5512 (Apprentice Electrician), Exam Status: Approved for Journeyman (JE) Licensure Testing, Education: Salt Lake Community College Apprenticeship Technology Program (24.01 Credit Hours), Total Career Verified Hours: 18,700+ Hours (Supported by Notarized Affidavits)
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Timeline
Technician
NWS Enterprises
05.2026 - 08.2026
Maintenance Technician
Powder River
10.2024 - 02.2025
Maintenance Electrician
Concept Property Management
06.2023 - 01.2024
Order Filler
Medline Distribution Center
09.2021 - 01.2022
Electrician
Sparrow Electric
03.2019 - 09.2019
Maintenance Electrician
Staybright Electric Of CO
10.2016 - 01.2017
Warehouse & Logistics Manager
West Side Electric Company
08.2011 - 04.2016
Apprentice Electrician
Tasco Engineering Inc.
11.2009 - 08.2011
Apprentice Electrician (Dopl Verified)
Arco Electric Inc.
04.2007 - 06.2008
Field Foreman
Beahr Construction
04.2005 - 12.2005
Apprentice Electrician
Capital Electric
03.2005 - 12.2005
Apprentice Electrician
Intermountain Electric Service
10.2004 - 02.2005
Apprentice Electrician
Electro Specialties, Inc.
03.2004 - 05.2004
Electrical Apprentice
Utah Employment Services (Arco/Precise)
07.2003 - 07.2004
Industrial Apprentice
Intermountain Electric Service
08.2001 - 10.2001
Electrician
Jordan Valley Electric, Inc.
05.2000 - 05.2001
Energy Services Specialist
Sun Industries
03.1999 - 02.2000
Apprentice Electrician (Dopl Verified)
Arco Electric
05.1994 - 02.1997
GED -
Salt Lake Community College