Gavin Carr
Elkins,WV
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Master Services Inc
Elkins, WV
06.2023 - Current
- Installed electrical systems according to safety codes and regulations.
- Troubleshot electrical issues using diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to successfully complete complex installation projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams for accurate installations.
- Ensured compliance with local and national electrical standards.
- Trained apprentices on safe work practices and procedures to ensure compliance and safety.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
- Replaced defective switches, outlets, and circuit breakers.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components to form circuits.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
- Performed maintenance on existing electrical wiring and equipment.
- Performed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential buildings.
- Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed while working with live wires.
- Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
- Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
- Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Updated outdated wiring systems with newer technologies.
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Maintained records of work performed for future reference purposes.
- Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components and maintained equipment.
- Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
- Coordinated with contractors to align project timelines and budgets for efficient execution.
- Assembled and installed physical structures, electrical wiring, and electronic components.
- Inspected completed installations for conformance to codes and regulations.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
Education
Electrical Technician
Randolph Technical Center
Elkins, WV06-2023
Skills
- Electrical installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Circuit troubleshooting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Master Services Inc
06.2023 - Current
Electrical Technician
Randolph Technical Center