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Fernando Castellanos

Fontana,CA

Summary

Experienced electrician skilled in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems. Knowledgeable in safety compliance and effective at diagnosing electrical issues, and ensuring reliable system performance. Enjoys mentoring apprentices, and promoting workplace safety.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrician

Metrocell Construction, Inc.
Ontario, CA
04.2018 - Current
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems for cell towers and equipment shelters.
  • Manage electrical circuits, grounding, surge protection, generators, and backup systems.
  • Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure reliable power supply.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical issues affecting tower lighting, RF equipment, and antennas.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, FCC, electrical codes, and safety standards.
  • Interpret technical diagrams and blueprints for installations and upgrades.
  • Collaborate effectively with technicians, engineers, and contractors.
  • Conduct grounding audits and verify lightning protection systems.
  • Respond promptly to emergency outages to restore critical communication systems.
  • Document inspections, maintenance, and repairs for compliance purposes.
  • Train and mentor apprentices on safety practices for cell-site electrical work.

Electrical Apprentice

Multer Electric
Norco
02.2016 - 04.2018
  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in commercial and industrial settings, such as offices, retail stores, and warehouses.
  • Perform wiring installations, including electrical panels, circuit breakers, and related electrical components.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical issues, including power outages, voltage fluctuations, and equipment malfunctions.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance and routine inspections to proactively identify potential electrical problems.
  • Execute electrical system upgrades and modifications to meet changing operational needs and enhance efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant local building codes, electrical standards, and safety regulations.
  • Conduct safety inspections, including electrical testing and tagging (PAT testing), to maintain adherence to industry standards.
  • Interpret blueprints and technical diagrams for effective project planning and implementation.
  • Assist in planning and coordinating electrical installation and maintenance projects.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to teams of electricians on job sites.
  • Train and mentor apprentice electricians in proper safety procedures and technical skills.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records of all electrical repairs, installations, and modifications.
  • Communicate effectively with architects, contractors, and clients to ensure project deadlines and budgets are met.

Construction Laborer

Right Away Construction
06.2014 - 02.2016
  • Operate and maintain machinery and equipment such as forklifts, small tractors, tampers and jackhammers
  • Install temporary lighting and power solutions
  • Read blueprints and designs to determine construction activities and assist construction managers
  • Setting traffic equipment, controlling and directing oncoming traffic
  • Prepare sites by cleaning, loading or unloading materials and removing hazards
  • Digging trenches, backfill excavation and compact or level earth using small tractors
  • Build scaffolding and other temporary structures
  • Participate in demolition using electric, pneumatic and air equipment
  • Worked in various settings like new and existing construction, residential, commercial and heavy industrial sites
  • Measure, mark, record sites to layout where construction will be performed
  • Assist in preparing, mixing and finishing concrete

Manufacturing

American Building Supply
04.2013 - 06.2014
  • Fulfill custom orders for door and window supplier
  • Prepare workspace by cleaning, requesting material and setting up machinery
  • Used a variety of table saws and hand tools
  • Maintain workspace clean throughout workday
  • Use standup and sit-down forklift to transfer work orders
  • Customize wooden door sizes according to order with great attention to detail
  • Wrapping and labeling orders to appropriate destination and shipping method
  • Build pallets according to door sizes for shipping and transportation

Education

High School Diploma -

06.2015

Skills

  • Electrical Systems & Controls
  • Safety compliance
  • Grounding audits
  • Installations & Maintenance
  • Switches & Circuit Breakers
  • Electrical Code, Safety & QA
  • Commercial, Industrial Experience
  • High-voltage/Low-voltage systems
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Testing Instruments
  • Blueprints & Schematics

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • Forklift
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Hazmat
  • Red Cross
  • First Aid

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Electrician

Metrocell Construction, Inc.
04.2018 - Current

Electrical Apprentice

Multer Electric
02.2016 - 04.2018

Construction Laborer

Right Away Construction
06.2014 - 02.2016

Manufacturing

American Building Supply
04.2013 - 06.2014

High School Diploma -

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