James Smith
Valrico
Summary
Detail-oriented Lead Electrician with proven expertise in electrical troubleshooting, safety compliance, and team collaboration. Recognized for implementing workflow optimizations that enhance project efficiency and reduce downtime. Highly self-motivated and always open to different ways to perform tasks. Takes pride in the work and willing to go above and beyond.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Electrician
A&G Electrical Technologies
04.2025 - Current
- Installed and maintained electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical issues in residential and commercial settings.
- Assisted in planning and executing electrical projects to meet deadlines.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance efficiency in installation processes.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure operational integrity.
- Trained junior electricians on best practices for safety and tool usage.
- Utilized diagnostic tools such as multimeters and circuit testers effectively.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing new techniques for wiring installations.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
- Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Managed and mentored junior electricians, ensuring proper training and adherence to industry standards.
- Established best practices for tool usage and inventory management within the team.
- Optimized system performance through the use of advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Streamlined workflow with efficient project management, leading to timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems in construction projects.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and implementing corrective actions.
- Troubleshot and resolved electrical issues in a timely manner, maintaining optimal functionality of all systems.
- Analyzed complex technical diagrams and blueprints, enabling accurate installation of wiring systems.
- Reduced downtime for electrical systems by performing routine maintenance and addressing issues promptly.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Electrical Mechanic Level 3
Outsource
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Installed and maintained electrical systems for machinery and equipment.
- Conducted troubleshooting on electrical circuits to identify faults and implement repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Assisted in the assembly of electrical components for production lines, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures within the facility.
- Read electrical, architectural and mechanical diagrams, drawings or specifications to determine job requirements.
- Connected circuit breakers, transformers, motors, heaters and other electrical equipment.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, adhering to strict safety protocols during all tasks.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship while consistently meeting project deadlines amidst tight schedules.
- Skillfully interpreted blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to effectively execute assigned tasks.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Trained junior electricians on safe work practices and proper tool usage for efficiency.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within new builds.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Contributed to safer work environments by strictly following safety protocols and conducting regular risk assessments.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Lead Electrician
Meisner Electric Inc Of Fl
01.2020 - 07.2024
- Led the evaluation process for new equipment acquisitions, helping guide informed purchasing decisions.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations through diligent documentation practices and ongoing education on code updates.
- Implemented energy-efficient solutions, contributing to long-term cost savings for clients.
- Developed comprehensive preventive maintenance plans, resulting in minimized equipment failures and reduced repair costs.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Assisted in design and installation of electrical systems and components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Installed and maintained electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical issues in residential and commercial settings.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure operational integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance efficiency in installation processes.
- Assisted in planning and executing electrical projects to meet deadlines.
- Trained junior electricians on best practices for safety and tool usage.
- Utilized diagnostic tools such as multimeters and circuit testers effectively.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing new techniques for wiring installations.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
- Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Established best practices for tool usage and inventory management within the team.
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Streamlined workflow with efficient project management, leading to timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems in construction projects.
- Troubleshot and resolved electrical issues in a timely manner, maintaining optimal functionality of all systems.
- Analyzed complex technical diagrams and blueprints, enabling accurate installation of wiring systems.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
HVAC Installer/Electrician
Bay Harbor
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Installed HVAC systems according to manufacturer specifications and local building codes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heating and cooling units to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve system malfunctions efficiently.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, optimizing resource allocation for projects.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves, and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace during installations and repairs, demonstrating respect for clients'' properties and minimizing disruptions.
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
- Promoted workplace safety by consistently following established protocols and diligently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Troubleshot complex HVAC issues using advanced diagnostic equipment and tools, identifying root causes quickly and accurately to minimize system downtime.
- Minimized downtime for businesses experiencing HVAC issues by working efficiently under strict deadlines to complete repairs quickly without sacrificing quality.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers in [Type] industry.
- Installed HVAC system expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers, and stokers.
- Worked on both home and business units for maintenance, repairs, and new installations.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
Electrician
Rams RPG
07.2016 - 09.2018
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to support installation projects effectively.
- Collaborated with senior electricians to install wiring and control systems for machinery.
- Participated in training sessions on advanced electrical techniques and safety standards.
- Maintained inventory of tools and materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects.
- Acquired expertise in multiple tools such as multimeters, cable testers leading to precise diagnosis of problems related to electrical systems.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards and implementing corrective actions.
- Gained experience in reading blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, which resulted in accurate interpretation for successful project completion.
- Gained hands-on experience in PLC programming, effectively contributing to automation projects within the facility.
- Supported team members in completing projects on time, by efficiently troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development through active participation in apprenticeship program coursework and hands-on learning experiences.
- Displayed strong teamwork skills by effectively cooperating with senior electricians during complex installations or repairs of electrical systems.
- Participated in training sessions to constantly update knowledge of industry best practices, safety regulations, and equipment advancements.
- Consistently adhered to all safety protocols while working with high voltage systems, ensuring minimal risk exposure for self and colleagues.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and repairs on electrical systems.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail while performing various tasks such as wiring, soldering, and conduit installation ensuring high-quality workmanship.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
Electrical Apprentice
Sunshine State Electric
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted senior electricians in troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues, enhancing team efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on electrical equipment, improving operational reliability and performance.
- Collaborated on project planning and execution, adapting to changing requirements and timelines effectively.
- Developed process improvements for wiring techniques, reducing installation time while maintaining quality standards.
- Gained proficiency in operating various power tools such as drills, saws, crimpers, and wire strippers for efficient completion of electrical tasks.
- Supported project success by assisting with wiring layouts, conduit bending, circuit connections, and other essential tasks as directed by senior electricians.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Developed practical skills by actively participating in hands-on training sessions under the guidance of experienced electricians.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining professionalism and adhering to company policies at all times.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively in various settings such as residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
- Enhanced safety measures by diligently following electrical codes and regulations during installations.
- Optimized workspace organization, maintaining a clean and orderly work area that promoted safety and productivity.
- Efficiently managed inventory of tools and materials needed for projects, ensuring timely completion without delays due to lack of resources.
- Optimized work readiness with organized tools and spaces.
- Supported senior electricians in diagnosing and repairing faults in electrical systems, enhancing system reliability.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joe E. Newsome Highschool
Valrico, FL05-2015
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Wiring diagrams
- Electrical circuits
- Electrical installation
- Electrical testing
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical safety
- Safety awareness
- Low-voltage systems
- Schematic and blueprint interpretation
- New system installations
- Power distribution
- Basic mathematical skill
- National electrical code
- Emergency repairs
- Motor controls
- Circuit analysis
- Fire alarm systems
- Control systems
- Mechanical operations
- Building codes
- HVAC systems
- Electrical codes
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- Lighting design
- System repair and installation
- Circuits and wiring
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting
- High voltage termination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Hand tool operation
- Installing equipment
- Electrical repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- System testing
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Load calculations
- Wire pulling
- AC and DC motor drives
- Safety verification
- Lighting installation
- Identifying specifications
- High voltage breaker testing and commissioning
- Apprentice training
- Wiring repair
Timeline
Lead Electrician
A&G Electrical Technologies
04.2025 - Current
Electrical Mechanic Level 3
Outsource
07.2024 - 04.2025
Lead Electrician
Meisner Electric Inc Of Fl
01.2020 - 07.2024
HVAC Installer/Electrician
Bay Harbor
09.2018 - 12.2019
Electrician
Rams RPG
07.2016 - 09.2018
Electrical Apprentice
Sunshine State Electric
06.2015 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Joe E. Newsome Highschool