Jody Gorsh
Iowa City,IA
Summary
I am a licensed Master Electrician with proven skills in electrical installations, troubleshooting and job management. Professional level of work in all aspects of electrical installation and repair. I always handle myself in a polite and professional manor, offering clients excellent service and expert advice in electrical systems and many other areas of construction. I am a very detail oriented person and electrician. Maintaining a daily respect for the people around me and the work I do. I started Gorsh Electric because I believed in doing things better than just the minimum. I have always prided myself in doing things right the first time. Unfortunately I grew tired of employee turnover, chasing customers down for money and the long hours working on billing and bidding at night. So, I came to the University to work as an electrician and eliminate some stress. It has been a big change, but one I have been getting used to. I have taken on projects that add more work to my schedule. Mostly in the form of putting together Lighting upgrades for building through the Universities Energy Matrix. This just made sense to do, even though it was above and beyond my job description.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician III
University of Iowa Facilities Management, shop 226
Iowa City, Iowa
12.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed electrical issues and performed necessary repairs.
- Maintained compliance with local electrical codes and safety regulations to University standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems for safety and efficiency. Plus preform monthly PMs.
- Replaced outdated equipment to enhance electrical reliability and performance.
- Installed conduit, wire, breakers, lighting, lighting controls and motor controls.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with National Electrical Code.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Assisted University ECMs and Area Mechanics in identified problems with air handling units and other pieces of equipment. Looking at the electrical systems powering these units and eliminating potential electrical problems. Accomplishing this by visually inspections and using test equipment such as multi-meters.
- I also have lent a hand to other shops to complete some of their project. Giving me a chance to work with people outside of shop 226.
- Put together lighting projects, to update multiple building to LED. I utilized the Universities Energy Matrix for these building upgrades. Worked through this on 5 different building. Also wired in new lighting controls for better efficiency and functionality of this new lighting. Largely using Lutron lighting controls accomplishing thing not even the rep knew was possible.
Owner
Gorsh Electric
Iowa City, IA
04.2006 - 12.2024
- Managed daily operations of business, and managed a schedule for Gorsh Electric. Managed jobsites and contractor requirements and expectations.
- Daily electrical installs in Commercial and Residential, both new construction and existing electrical system.
- New Construction involved restaurants, offices, hotels, shop/production spaces, retail spaces, residential homes and more.
- Working with existing electrical systems involved restaurants, office spaces, auto shops, apartment buildings, retail spaces, residential homes, and more.
- Worked with network cabling installation and termination for computers and security cameras.
- Trained many employees over the years and put a number of them through ABC electrical apprenticeship program. Often, only to have them leave upon completion of this education.
Electrician
Steve's Electric
Oxford, IA
03.1999 - 04.2006
- Performed electrical installations for residential, commercial and a little industrial. New installations, maintenance and repairs of existing electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components. I managed jobsites and trained apprentices daily.
Education
Electrical
Associated Builders And Contractors
IowaSkills
- Jobsite management
- Training electricians, through jobsite instruction
- Electrical installations
- Electrical trouble shooting
- Electrical repairs
- Time management
- Print reading
- Contractor communication
- Network cabling installation and termination
- Licensed Master Electrician
Affiliations
- Home improvement, Vehicle accessorizing, Overlanding trips, Mountain Biking, Running 5K and 10K events, Camping, Boating and spending time with family and friends.
Timeline
Electrician III
University of Iowa Facilities Management, shop 226
12.2024 - Current
Owner
Gorsh Electric
04.2006 - 12.2024
Electrician
Steve's Electric
03.1999 - 04.2006
Electrical
Associated Builders And Contractors