John Rakestraw
Lakeland,Florida
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Electricians Helper
Hampton Electric
Lakeland, FL
08.2020 - 10.2024
- Maintained organized supply of commonly used electrical parts to support typical needs.
- Installed and tested new fixtures according to project specifications.
- Organized hand tools, power tools and tool pouches for electrical team.
- Tested and replaced system components like outlets and switches as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Insulated and tighten connections to improve system performance and prevent short circuits.
- Maintained clean, safe and stocked work area with appropriate equipment and supplies.
- Stripped insulation from wire ends with wire stripping pliers and attached to terminals for soldering.
- Repaired and maintained wall- and ceiling-mounted light fixtures.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled electrical work under direction of electrician.
- Completed routine electrical systems maintenance such as checking and changing out light bulbs.
- Traced out short circuits in installed wiring using testing meters.
- Assisted with electrical work by running conduit and pulling wire.
- Kept equipment clean and well-maintained for optimal performance at job sites.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Completed full apprenticeship program to become qualified Electrician.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Optimized work readiness with organized tools and spaces.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects.
- Followed strict schedules to install and test 120/208 and 247/600 volt systems.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Went To Night School
Evans High School Orlando Florida06.1996
Timeline
Electricians Helper
Hampton Electric
08.2020 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Went To Night School