Ibrahim Elsakhawy
Covington
Summary
Motivated and safety-focused professional seeking entry into the Rail Signal and Communications Technician Apprenticeship at King County Metro. Brings hands-on experience in transit environments, technical troubleshooting, and public safety, with a strong aptitude for learning mechanical and electrical systems.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer - Sounder Stations
PalAmerican Security
King County
02.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Sound Transit Contract
- Provide safety and security support in a transit station environment.
- Assist riders, enforce policies, and respond to incidents in high-traffic areas.
- Collaborate with law enforcement and operations staff to ensure safety compliance.
- Gained familiarity with transit operations and working around active rail systems.
- Sound Transit Contract
Senior Service Technician
Widner Apartment Homes
Seattle
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed electrical, HVAC, and appliance troubleshooting and repairs.
- Maintained safety standards while handling technical and mechanical systems.
- Prioritized and completed multiple work orders under strict deadlines.
Service Technician & Groundskeeper
Equity Residential
Seattle
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
- Resolved technical issues independently while ensuring tenant satisfaction.
- Worked efficiently in diverse environments, including outdoor and confined spaces.
Education
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - User-Centered Design
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WADegree in Electrical Equipment Repair -
Vocational School
EgyptSkills
- Washington State Driver's License
- CDL Class B with air brake endorsement
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Workplace safety protocols
- Hazard prevention
- Communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Comfortable working at heights
- Comfortable working outdoors
- Comfortable working around active rail systems
Timeline
Security Officer - Sounder Stations
PalAmerican Security
02.2023 - Current
Senior Service Technician
Widner Apartment Homes
01.2022 - 01.2023
Service Technician & Groundskeeper
Equity Residential
01.2020 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - User-Centered Design
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Degree in Electrical Equipment Repair -
Vocational School