Jimmy Elkins
Lewisburg,TN
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a General Foreman at Conti Corporation, adept at supervising teams and enhancing job site safety. Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail led to timely project completions while fostering collaboration and a positive work environment. Skilled in electrical installations and effective communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 429
Nationwide
08.2007 - Current
- Installed electrical wiring, conduit, and fixtures according to code and project specifications.
- Inspected circuits and components to diagnose faults and complete safe repairs.
- Tested electrical systems with meters to verify continuity, voltage, and proper operation.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to layout accurate commercial and industrial installations.
Pt Park Maintenance Seasonal
Tn State Park (Henry Horton)
Chapel Hill, TN
09.2025 - Current
- Installed electrical wiring, conduit, and fixtures according to code and project specifications.
- Inspected circuits and components to diagnose faults and complete safe repairs.
- Tested electrical systems with meters to verify continuity, voltage, and proper operation.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to layout accurate commercial and industrial installations.
General Foreman
Conti Corporation
06.2012 - 01.2021
- Supervised field crews to maintain safe, efficient construction workflows and meet daily production goals.
- Coordinated subcontractors, equipment, and material deliveries to keep work areas organized and on schedule.
- Enforced jobsite safety standards, conducting inspections and correcting hazards before work continued.
- Reviewed plans and specifications to verify work met project requirements and trade coordination needs.
- Trained crew members on installation methods, tool use, and worksite procedures to improve performance.
- Resolved onsite conflicts and productivity issues quickly to minimize delays and maintain progress.
- Monitored work quality throughout project phases, ensuring compliance with codes, drawings, and client expectations.
- Communicated daily with project leadership, providing updates on labor needs, progress, and field constraints.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southlake Carroll
Southlake, TXSkills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking Abilities
Critical thinking
Verbal communication
Problem resolution
Decision-making
Timeline
Pt Park Maintenance Seasonal
Tn State Park (Henry Horton)
09.2025 - Current
General Foreman
Conti Corporation
06.2012 - 01.2021
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 429
08.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Southlake Carroll