John Zepeda
Garland,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Meticulous and solutions-oriented Licensed Journeyman Electrician with over 4 decades of electrical experience.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Children's Health
Plano, TX
05.2017 - Current
- Provided emergency services during outages or natural disasters.
- Assisted journeyman electricians in troubleshooting complex problems.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed while working with live wires.
- Performed maintenance on existing electrical wiring and equipment.
- Worked with contractors regarding project timelines and budgets.
- Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components to form circuits.
- Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
- Inspected completed installations for conformance to codes and regulations.
- Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
- Replaced faulty switches, outlets, circuit breakers when necessary.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
- Identified system malfunctions and performed repairs as needed.
- Maintained records of work performed for future reference purposes.
- Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
- Resolved customer complaints through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
Journeyman Electrician
GCATS
Dallas, TX
01.2012 - 05.2017
- Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
- Assisted journeyman electricians in troubleshooting complex problems.
- Worked with contractors regarding project timelines and budgets.
- Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components to form circuits.
- Trained workers to install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and fixtures.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
- Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
Underground Lineman
Standard Utility Construction
Arlington, TX
06.2007 - 07.2012
- Implemented preventive maintenance procedures on all electrical equipment used on the job site.
- Read blueprints to determine locations of power line routes.
- Conducted fault location on all types of distribution systems using various testing equipment.
- Reviewed safety regulations prior to commencing any job tasks.
- Replaced faulty components such as insulators, conductors and related hardware on energized circuits up to 69KV.
- Responded quickly during emergency situations such as storms or downed poles and lines.
- Coordinated with utility crews regarding joint use of right-of-ways.
- Assisted in the construction of new transmission lines by erecting poles, setting crossarms, stringing wire and installing fixtures.
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Ensured that all necessary documents were completed accurately before leaving a job site.
- Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
- Installed transformers and other electrical apparatus in substations, switchyards and along rights-of-way.
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.
Journeyman Electrician
Fox Electric Ltd.
Arlington, TX
03.1993 - 04.2007
- Performed regular inspections of electrical systems to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
- Ensured that all electrical work was performed according to established standards, codes, regulations and safety procedures.
- Developed plans for emergency repairs when required due to power outages or other unforeseen issues.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries concerning technical support related to their installations and repairs.
- Trained new electricians on proper installation techniques and safety protocols.
- Evaluated job performance of electricians under his and her supervision through regularly scheduled meetings.
Journeyman Electrician
Master Electrical Systems
Carrollton, TX
01.1990 - 01.1993
- Performed electrical troubleshooting and repairs on commercial properties.
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in residential buildings.
- Completed preventative maintenance tasks to prolong system lifespan.
- Designed custom lighting solutions for residential and commercial spaces.
- Communicated with clients regarding project progress, timelines, and costs.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex issues quickly.
- Responded to emergency calls for power outages or system failures.
- Installed wiring for new construction projects according to blueprints.
- Upgraded existing electrical systems to improve energy efficiency.
Education
Journeyman Electrician License
Tradeschool
Victoria, TX10-1990
High School Diploma -
Victoria Stroman High School
Victoria, TX05-1983
Some College (No Degree) -
Victoria College
Victoria, TXSkills
- TDLR continued education for Journeyman Electrician
- NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the workplace
- NFPA 110 Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems
- ITC Infrared Training Level 1 Thermographer
- Texas UST A/B Operator
- TPC Electrical Troubleshooting & PM
- FEMA NIMS
- FEMA ICS 100
- FEMA ICS 200 Healthcare
- Equipment Installation
- Blueprint Reading
- Equipment Maintenance
- Appliance Installation
- Project Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Performance Analysis
- CPR
- Forklift, Manlift, Scissor Lifts
- Schematics Interpretation
- Electrical repair
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Children's Health
05.2017 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
GCATS
01.2012 - 05.2017
Underground Lineman
Standard Utility Construction
06.2007 - 07.2012
Journeyman Electrician
Fox Electric Ltd.
03.1993 - 04.2007
Journeyman Electrician
Master Electrical Systems
01.1990 - 01.1993
Journeyman Electrician License
Tradeschool
High School Diploma -
Victoria Stroman High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Victoria College