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Joel Rayes

Richmond,VA

Summary

Competent electrician with specific knowledge of, and three years construction experience with, Project Bluestone. Extensive with field wiring process instruments, DCS panels, Dienes panels and MFU's, and motor control centers. High attention to detail and thoroughness in every task. Works well with others in any environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrician

Rudy L. Hawkins Electrical Contractor
Chester, VA
07.2015 - Current
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
  • Launched troubleshooting and tests on equipment post-installation to confirm compatibility and safety of electrical systems.
  • Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.

Backroom Stocker

Target Corporation
Scottsdale, AZ
03.2009 - 05.2015
  • Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
  • Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.

Combat Engineer (12B)

Arizona Army National Guard
Flagstaff, AZ
10.2008 - 10.2014
  • Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
  • Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
  • Operated multiple types of heavy equipment to prepare roads, runways and bunkers.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $300,000.
  • Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
  • Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
  • Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
  • Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.

Education

High School Diploma -

Paradise Valley High School
Phoenix, AZ
05.2009

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Maricopa Community Colleges - Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Certificate of Completion - 4 Year Electrical Apprenticeship

Associated Builders & Contractors Richmond Chapter
Richmond, VA
06.2020

Skills

  • Hazard and Defect Detection
  • Electrical Wiring and Fixtures
  • Lock Out-Tag Out Procedures
  • Transformer Connection
  • Grounding Installation
  • Malfunction Diagnostics
  • Circuit Continuity Assessment
  • Field Installation Expertise
  • Low and High Voltage
  • NEC Codes Understanding
  • Critical Thinking

Timeline

Electrician

Rudy L. Hawkins Electrical Contractor
07.2015 - Current

Backroom Stocker

Target Corporation
03.2009 - 05.2015

Combat Engineer (12B)

Arizona Army National Guard
10.2008 - 10.2014

High School Diploma -

Paradise Valley High School

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Maricopa Community Colleges - Paradise Valley Community College

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Liberty University

Certificate of Completion - 4 Year Electrical Apprenticeship

Associated Builders & Contractors Richmond Chapter
Joel Rayes