Christian Barnes
Orem,UT
Summary
Experienced maintenance technician skilled in resolving complex system faults and
enhancing facility safety. Proficient in using a wide range of tools and equipment, with a
strong ability to troubleshoot and implement preventive maintenance strategies. Proven
track record in reducing downtime and ensuring efficient operations in both commercial
and residential settings.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Electrician
Striker Electric
Salt Lake City, Utah
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
- Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential buildings.
- Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Assisted with new installation and upgrades of plant equipment.
- Worked with building management to optimize system performance.
- Troubleshot complex problems in industrial plant electrical systems.
- Installed power supply wiring and conduit such as, EMT, O-CAL, Rigid conduit, MC cable, strut, and cable trays.
- Reviewed diagrams and relevant codes to complete tasks safely and accurately.
- Supervised a team of electricians to ensure that tasks were completed efficiently and effectively.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
Warehouse Manager
West Side Electric
Portland, Oregon
08.2011 - 03.2016
- Testified in legal proceedings to discuss labor relations and labor contracts.
- Examined invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations.
- Communicated regularly with other departments regarding supply chain activities.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
- Restructured warehouse picking locations and reserved slots to achieve maximum employee productivity.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for material procurement needs.
- Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.
- Managed the disposal of surplus, damaged, or obsolete inventory in accordance with company policies.
Lighting Technician
Sun industries
Santa Ana, California
03.1999 - 02.2011
- Connected, concealed and rolled cables and wires.
- Implemented energy-efficient lighting solutions to reduce production costs.
- Traveled between venues as needed while maintaining a safe work environment.
- Installed new lighting fixtures in existing systems or built custom rigs from scratch.
Electrician
Tasco engineering
Salt Lake City, UT
11.2009 - 03.2010
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in both commercial and residential construction.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
Electrician
Capital Electric Wire & Cable
Salt Lake City, Utah
04.2006 - 09.2006
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Maintained current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in both commercial and residential construction.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
Electrician
Intermountain Electric Service
Evanston, WY
10.2004 - 02.2005
- Worked on high voltage switchgear projects involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
- Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
Electrician
Precise Electric
Salt Lake City, UT
10.2003 - 07.2004
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment operation.
- Constructed control panels from blueprints or schematic drawings.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
Electrician
Electro Specialties
West Jordan, Utah
03.2004 - 05.2004
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Selected equipment and fixtures to draft wiring layouts and develop plans for installation according to project specifications.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Identified problems with electrical systems by observing operation, listening for problems and using test equipment such as multi-meters.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
Electrician
Intermountain Electric Service
Evanston, Wyoming
08.2001 - 10.2001
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Oversaw project details and adhered to diagnosis, wiring and OSHA regulations.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Provided technical support on various types of motor control circuits including VFDs.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Worked on high voltage switchgear projects involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
Electrician
Jordan Valley Electric
West Jordan, Utah
05.2000 - 05.2001
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Trained workers to install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and fixtures.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Electrician
Arco Electric
05.1994 - 02.1997
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Selected equipment and fixtures to draft wiring layouts and develop plans for installation according to project specifications.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Worked on high voltage switchgear projects involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to correctly assemble panels and control boxes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Apprenticeship
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Electrical installation
- Transformer maintenance
- Power distribution
- Circuits and wiring
- System repair and installation
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Fire alarm systems
- Electrical circuits
- Motor controls
- Low-voltage systems
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- Motor operations
- Wiring diagrams
- Electrical safety
- Electrical codes
- Power and hand tools
- Basic mathematical skill
- Electrical testing
- National electrical code
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Schematic and blueprint interpretation
Timeline
Lead Electrician
Striker Electric
01.2020 - 09.2020
Warehouse Manager
West Side Electric
08.2011 - 03.2016
Electrician
Tasco engineering
11.2009 - 03.2010
Electrician
Capital Electric Wire & Cable
04.2006 - 09.2006
Electrician
Intermountain Electric Service
10.2004 - 02.2005
Electrician
Electro Specialties
03.2004 - 05.2004
Electrician
Precise Electric
10.2003 - 07.2004
Electrician
Intermountain Electric Service
08.2001 - 10.2001
Electrician
Jordan Valley Electric
05.2000 - 05.2001
Lighting Technician
Sun industries
03.1999 - 02.2011
Electrician
Arco Electric
05.1994 - 02.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Apprenticeship
Salt Lake Community College