Joseph Alcaraz
Wilmington,DE
Summary
With a robust background at PSI Electric, I've honed my expertise in electrical installations and fire alarm systems, complemented by a strong ability to lead and train teams. Achievements include enhancing client satisfaction and safety through innovative solutions and adherence to NEC codes, showcasing my problem-solving abilities and technical acumen.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
PSI Electric
12.2023 - Current
- Supervised jobs to completion on new and existing commercial electrical sites.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal productivity during electrical tasks.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Consistently met project specifications through strict adherence to guidelines outlined in scope-of-work documents.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing professional and courteous customer service while addressing their electrical needs.
- Fostered positive working relationships within team environments, contributing to improved collaboration on projects requiring cross-functional support.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and maintain a high level of expertise within the electrical trade.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Optimized system performance, upgrading outdated electrical panels and circuits.
Apprentice Electrician
PSI Electric
12.2018 - 05.2023
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various commercial and residential projects by providing reliable support to journeyman electricians.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement, or repair.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Increased job site safety by diligently adhering to OSHA standards and regulations during electrical installations.
- Implemented proper grounding techniques during installations, reducing potential risks associated with power surges or faults in the system.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes during wiring installations, fostering a commitment to safety and quality within the team.
- Performed thorough inspections of electrical systems, identifying potential hazards or violations for prompt resolution.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 277/480 volt systems.
- Learned to bend EMT and ridgid conduit with a hand bender and a Chicago bender.
- Learned to use a pipe threader on 3/4" - 4" rigid conduit.
- Worked on class B fire alarm systems.
- Terminated and installed new fire alarm pull stations, smoke detectors, strobes, speakers and speaker strobes.
Education
GED - JROTC
Mount Pleasant
Wilmington, DE06.2011
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical testing
- Fire alarm systems
- Power and hand tools
- Safety awareness
- Commercial construction experience
- Electrical circuits
- Wiring diagrams
- Installing equipment
- New system installations
- Schematic and blueprint interpretation
- Basic mathematical skill
- Hand tool operation
- Diagnosis and testing
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Electrical codes
- Circuits and wiring
- Transformer installation
- AC and DC motor drives
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Safety verification
- Lighting installation
- Apprentice training
- High voltage termination
- Wire pulling
- NEC code regulations
- Sub-panel installation
- Branch circuit wiring
- Commercial and residential jobs
- Load Calculations
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety Procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Team building
- Wiring Layouts
- Quality Control
- Electrical diagnostics
- Trace faults
- Communication Skills
- Skilled journeyman
- NEC codes and codebook
Certification
Certificate of completion of apprenticeship in the electrical field.
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
PSI Electric
12.2023 - Current
Apprentice Electrician
PSI Electric
12.2018 - 05.2023
GED - JROTC
Mount Pleasant
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