Jason Castro
Pottstown,PA
Summary
Completed electrical installation, repair, and maintenance work in compliance with local and national codes.,Provided crew guidance for project completion and troubleshooting support.,Mentored journeyman and apprentice electricians and held safety meetings to support safe work conditions.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Electrician
IBEW Local 743
Leesport, PA
04.2026 - Current
- Supported electrical crews on commercial and industrial sites to maintain safe workflow and code compliance.
- Reviewed blueprints, schematics, and specifications to assist accurate installation planning.
- Installed conduit, wiring, and panels for new construction and retrofit projects.
- Followed lockout/tagout procedures and jobsite safety standards during energized electrical work.
- Coordinated material staging, tool readiness, and task sequencing to keep projects moving on schedule.
- Trained journeymen and apprentices on electrical methods, workmanship, and union standards.
- Improved productivity by building efficient work processes for each project requirement.
- Worked with other construction professionals to keep project tasks aligned during execution.
- Built positive work atmosphere that promoted collaboration among crew members while prioritizing safety protocols at all times.
- Completed projects on time by planning, scheduling, and overseeing daily activities.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
ELECTRICAL FOREMAN
Berks Electrical
Douglassville, Pennsylvania
04.2022 - 04.2026
- Performed electrical installations, repairs and maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
- Oversaw the installation of new lighting systems in commercial buildings according to customer specifications.
- Organized daily work assignments for a team of electricians, ensuring that all tasks were completed on schedule.
- Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
- Trained junior staff members in safety procedures when handling hazardous materials or equipment.
- Inspected work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications were met.
- Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.
- Ordered or requisitioned materials or supplies.
- Analyzed worker and production problems and recommended solutions, such as improving production methods and implementing motivational plans.
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL FOREMAN
Swartley Brother's Engineer
Souderton, Pa
07.2017 - 04.2022
- Supervised the installation of new industrial electrical systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance inspections on all electrical components.
- Troubleshooted and repaired electrical equipment in an industrial environment.
- Lead a team of electricians to install, repair and maintain electrical systems.
- Installed, repaired and maintained electrical systems and components in compliance with local and national electrical codes.
- Conducted safety meetings with team members and discussed best practices for working safely.
ELECTRICAL FOREMAN
Robert Foss Electric, LLC
Montgomeryville, US
02.2013 - 07.2017
- Install, operate and energize electrical construction equipment such as breakers, transformers, switchgears, disconnects, and control panels among other items
- Oversee all phases of electrical construction including erecting light poles, bending conduit, and temporary services
- Install electrical meter banks, 6,000A electrical services, batteries, fire alarm wiring, cellular -48V electrical and ansul systems
- Mentor to apprentice electricians.
ELECTRICAL JOURNEYMAN
Landis and James Electric
Perkasie, US
07.2008 - 02.2013
- Controlled commercial and large residential projects
- Read blueprints and job layouts
- Installed electrical panels, transformers, switch gears, lights, and receptacles
- Worked on temporary wiring and services, along with lighting control centers.
APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
Consolidated Electric
Lynchburg, US
06.2003 - 07.2008
- Studied electrical system design, installation, and code requirements
- Mastered the craft of working with motors, light receptacles, and other electrical components
- Arranged wiring, fixtures, and other materials
- Threaded conduit
- Installed and repaired equipment
- Help to maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Worked in confined spaces.
Education
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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology
Willow Grove, PA04-2008
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Perkiomen Valley High School
Collegeville, PA06-1998
Skills
- Successful electrical installations completed through careful planning and execution
- Project management activities kept work organized and aligned with deadlines
- Electrical troubleshooting resolved system issues and improved reliability
- Electrical systems installation supported safe, compliant operation
Personal Information
Title: Electrician
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Conversational
Certification
OSHA 30
Timeline
Foreman Electrician
IBEW Local 743
04.2026 - Current
ELECTRICAL FOREMAN
Berks Electrical
04.2022 - 04.2026
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL FOREMAN
Swartley Brother's Engineer
07.2017 - 04.2022
ELECTRICAL FOREMAN
Robert Foss Electric, LLC
02.2013 - 07.2017
ELECTRICAL JOURNEYMAN
Landis and James Electric
07.2008 - 02.2013
APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
Consolidated Electric
06.2003 - 07.2008
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Perkiomen Valley High School
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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology