James Karavas
Farmingdale,NY
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position as an electrician apprentice that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. This is a long term career field and as such, will take it seriously.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Years as an Electrician Apprentice
1
1
Years as a Solar Installer
Skills
- Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
- Parts Fabrication
- Safety-First Mentality
- Superior Work Ethic
- Basic Electrical Knowledge
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Good Aptitude
- Conduit and Pipe Laying
- OSHA 10 Construction Certified
- Solar Photovoltaic Systems
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Form Construction and Removal
Work History
Solar Installer
Empower Solar
2023.02 - Current
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Isolated and addressed problems with electrical or environmental factors negatively impacting system operations.
- Tested system wiring layouts, grounds, and terminations to finalize installations.
- Established strong relationships with property owners to boost referrals and customer satisfaction.
- Determined connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting PV systems with utility services or other power generation sources.
- Inventoried supplies and materials for installations and repairs, documented changes and requested new inventory to meet expected demand.
- Connected system wiring and components to achieve both aesthetic and operational targets.
- Used drawings, schematics, and instructions to properly install PV systems in accordance with codes and standards.
- Installed solar panels on multiple residential and commercial properties to meet customer requirements.
- Developed efficient installation techniques to decrease labor time.
- Examined blueprints, technical documentation and customer facilities to determine appropriate locations for installations.
- Met and exceeded customer preferences with high-quality solar photovoltaic installations matching designs parameters.
- Conducted visual inspections and physical tests on previously installed modules and systems to identify faults.
- Determined appropriate sizes, ratings and locations for system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, and grounding equipment.
- Configured PV systems based on site conditions and customers needs and expectations.
- Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, and integrity of terminations.
- Troubleshot electrical issues related to solar panel installation and implemented swift resolutions.
Solar Installer
Momentum Solar
2022.07 - 2022.12
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively.
- Self-motivated, strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assembled, wired and connected solar panels to existing components and systems.
- Installed solar panels on multiple residential and commercial properties to meet customer requirements.
- Inventoried supplies and materials for installations and repairs, documented changes and requested new inventory to meet expected demand.
- Examined blueprints, technical documentation and customer facilities to determine appropriate locations for installations.
- Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, and integrity of terminations.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and job plans. Verified measurements and checked site conditions before installing any panels.
Electrician Apprentice
APL
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Operate and perform duties on 30+ foot aerial work platform lifts.
- Work on 40+ foot extension ladders.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches.
- Installed 110/220 volt systems.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches and breaking up concrete.
- Installed appropriate parts to bring electrical power to audio and visual equipment.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Electrician Apprentice
Electric & Beyond
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches and breaking up concrete.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Aided in Repairing and maintaining electrical systems continuously in over 12 different commercial, industrial, and residential properties
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
Electrician Apprentice
D&D Electric & Controls
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Develop mechanical aptitude with little to no prior experience
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches and breaking up concrete.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Increased job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical and regulation publications.
- Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
Construction Laborer
Atlantic Home Alterations
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Load and unload materials/equipment 100lbs+
- Ensure materials are not damaged throughout projects
- Communicate effectively with relevant personnel to carry out tasks
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for rebuilding purposes by removing damaged tiles, bricks and mortar.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
Craftsman
Agora Visuals, LLC
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Kept tools, equipment and work areas properly maintained.
- Attached subassemblies together using glue, dowels, nails, screws, and clamps.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FLHigh School Diploma -
Farmingdale Senior High School
Farmingdale, NY06.2018
Timeline
Solar Installer
Empower Solar
2023.02 - Current
Solar Installer
Momentum Solar
2022.07 - 2022.12
Electrician Apprentice
APL
03.2022 - 07.2022
Electrician Apprentice
Electric & Beyond
07.2021 - 12.2021
Electrician Apprentice
D&D Electric & Controls
01.2021 - 07.2021
Construction Laborer
Atlantic Home Alterations
09.2019 - 01.2020
Craftsman
Agora Visuals, LLC
01.2019 - 09.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
High School Diploma -
Farmingdale Senior High School
Custom
Computer System
- Performed upgrades, repairs, test and cleaned desktop computer systems.
- Budgeted, Ordered and Built computer systems for various clientele.
- Assembled computer systems from parts.
- Configured and built computer systems to client's specifications and budget Related Projects
Hardware
- Installed computer hardware including processors, memory and video components.
- Assembled, installed and configured the following hardware: Hard drives, Modems, ISA and 32 Bit PCI cards.
- Managed the software and hardware list ensuring that all hardware and software were up to current date.
- Research and assembly of hardware for computers based off the client's individual needs.
Windows
- Installed the following operating systems and software applications: Installed Windows 98 through Windows 11
- Build computers to Ribbit specs Install Operating systems, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11, Install virus protection software.
Troubleshoot
- Installed all the components into computer cases and function checked the computers Troubleshoot and repaired computers
- Analyzed and troubleshoot equipment and software reliability to identify and defined problem areas to establish computer performance levels.
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