Fernando Lima
Shelton,CT
Summary
Accomplished Electrician with 21 years of experience accurately troubleshooting systems. Offers unfailing direction on all electrical plans and specifications. Resolves issues correctly to eliminate repeat service calls. Experience maintaining and repairing electrical systems. Talented at sketching designs for work. Superior hand-eye coordination and knowledge of complex wiring. Dedicated with extensive experience in new home construction and major commercial projects. Expert at residential installations of interior and exterior wiring for appliances, lighting and outlets. Speedy with focus on meeting tight deadlines on time. Expert and experienced on completing accurate electrical work. Successfully collaborated with others while skillfully making independent decisions. Continually demonstrate excellent communication skills.
Overview
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25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Foreman
L.Holzner Electric Comp
Bridgeport, CT
08.2012 - Current
- Supervised job site operations to maintain consistent safety and hazard-free work area.
- Functioned as crew leader, overseeing work of lower-level licensed electricians and trade helpers.
- Performed with efficiency and quality while installing and repairing electrical projects.
- Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
- Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
- Followed electrical code manuals to install and repair electrical systems.
- Promoted safety and work site awareness by identifying and removing potential hazards and effectively training team members in safety protocols.
- Took ownership of electrical crew schedule, developing short- and long-term look-ahead schedules to align with execution plans.
- Performed testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
- Updated and edited all drawings with design changes requested by client.
- Monitored compliance with local and state codes and job specifications to deliver superior quality.
- Provided empowering leadership to ensure positive production outcomes and consistent team morale.
- Meticulously tested installations to check continuity of circuits, and compatibility and safety of components using test equipment such as ohmmeter, amp meter, voltmeter, and oscilloscope.
- Supervised electrician control room modifications, maintaining complete understanding of work scope, safety and documentation requirements.
- Managed and mentored highly effective team of electricians.
- Enforced safety regulations and penalized workers for not following work safety agreements.
- Worked closely with construction teams diverse work sites to complete projects such as mechanical and construction.
- Provided technical supervision and support to Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) supervisors, Instrument and electrical planners, and contract personnel.
- Resolved production challenge including supply shortages and inclement weather delays.
- Installed and maintained electrical systems and diverse devices.
- Drafted designs and drawings for electrical structures and components.
Electrician
Nation Electrical Contractor LLC
Stratford, CT
08.2001 - 08.2012
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
- Assessed, tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Bridgeport, CT06.1997
Electrical Apprentice Classes -
Bullard - Havens Technical High School
Bridgeport, CT06.2009
Skills
- State of Connecticut E-2 Journeyman licensed
- Wiring termination requirements
- Field installation expert
- Sub-panel installation
- Residential electric construction
- Fixture installation
- New construction
- Test equipment operation
- AC/DC power and control systems
- Commercial and industrial electrician
- National Electric Codes (NEC)
- Electrical repairs
- Diagnostic testing
- Knowledge of Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Superior troubleshooting skills
- Efficient
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Electrical maintenance
- Residential wiring
- Schematics and blueprints
- Electrical diagnostics
- Standard tool knowledge
- Safety awareness and reporting
- Electrical system knowledge
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Job site management
- Fall protection
- OSHA requirements
- Safety protocols
- Job planning
- Safety oversight
- Scaffolding set up
- Construction management
Languages
Portuguese
Limited
Timeline
Electrical Foreman
L.Holzner Electric Comp
08.2012 - Current
Electrician
Nation Electrical Contractor LLC
08.2001 - 08.2012
Electrical Apprentice Classes -
Bullard - Havens Technical High School
High School Diploma -
Central High School