David Salazar
Corpus Christi,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Journeyman Electrician with extensive experience at V.H.R. Victoria's Home Remodeling, specializing in electrical troubleshooting and system installations. Proven ability to mentor apprentices and collaborate effectively with contractors, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Skilled in blueprint reading and emergency repairs, delivering high-quality results in residential remodeling projects.
Skilled electrician with proven experience and readiness for role. Strong focus on electrical installations, maintenance, and repair, ensuring safety and compliance with codes. Excellent at collaborating within teams and adaptable to changing project needs. Known for reliability and delivering quality results.
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in electrical systems installation and troubleshooting. Consistently ensured safe and efficient operations while completing various residential and commercial projects. Demonstrated proficiency in problem-solving and teamwork to deliver reliable electrical solutions.
Knowledgeable Journeyman Electrician adept at mentoring junior electrical workers and training on correct safety procedures, building codes and finishing strategies. Decisive leader solves routine and complex problems with resourceful and experienced approach. 20 years in field.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
(V.H.R.) Victoria`s Home Remodling
05.2003 - 09.2023
- Installed electrical systems in residential remodeling projects, ensuring compliance with local codes and safety standards.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical issues, troubleshooting wiring problems efficiently to restore service quickly.
- Collaborated with contractors and homeowners to determine electrical needs for various remodeling tasks.
- Mentored apprentice electricians, providing guidance on best practices and safety protocols in the field.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by reading blueprints accurately and executing installations accordingly.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Assisted in design and installation of electrical systems and components.
- Optimized system performance, upgrading outdated electrical panels and circuits.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure electrical installations were completed according to architectural plans.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Installed Meter service ,Main disconnects ,feed-through panels , multiple panel installation according to blueprint schematics by engineer .
Apprentice Electrician
J.C. Electric
02.2003 - 04.2013
- Installed electrical systems and components in residential and commercial settings.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with senior electricians to interpret blueprints and schematics for complex installations.
- Assisted in wiring, lighting, and panel upgrades while adhering to safety protocols.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
- Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various commercial and residential projects by providing reliable support to journeyman electricians.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Installed conduit systems effectively for better wire protection, contributing to overall system longevity and reliability.
- Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes during wiring installations, fostering a commitment to safety and quality within the team.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
- Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Installed 125 amp and 200 amp meter services , Main disconnects, sub panels
Education
High School Diploma -
Roy Miller High School
Corpus Christi, TX05-1996
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Conduit bending
- Blueprint reading
- Circuit installation
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical testing
- Power and hand tools
- Commercial construction experience
- Electrical repair
- Safety awareness
- Power distribution
- Equipment installation
- Low-voltage systems
- Electrical circuits
- Wiring diagrams
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Motor controls
- Panel upgrades
- Emergency repairs
- Installing equipment
- New system installations
- Schematic and blueprint interpretation
- Load calculations
- Building codes
- Arc flash safety
- Grounding systems
- Appliance installation
- Surge protection
- Schematics interpretation
- Hand tool operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Backup generators
- Residential construction
- Diagnosis and testing
- Lighting installation
- High voltage termination
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Identifying specifications
- Journey-level background
- Circuits and wiring
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- Wiring repair
- High voltage breaker testing and commissioning
- Transformer installation
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Wire pulling
- Malfunction correction
- Emergency lighting
- Breaker panel installation
- Conduit and pipe laying
- Electrical wiring and fixtures
- Control circuit troubleshooting
- Conduit and raceway installation
- Sub-panel installation
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Grounding installation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
(V.H.R.) Victoria`s Home Remodling
05.2003 - 09.2023
Apprentice Electrician
J.C. Electric
02.2003 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
Roy Miller High School
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