Joshua Cantlin
Havre,MT
Summary
Adaptable professional with extensive experience in electrical systems maintenance and repair across various industries. Known for effective communication and critical thinking skills, consistently ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Locomotive Electrician
BNSF Railroad
Havre, Montana
04.2025 - Current
- Installation of Electrical Systems.
- Maintenance and Repair of Software and Hardware of GE Locomotives.
- Safety Compliance.
- Troubleshooting
- Electrical Schematic Interpretation.
Residential/Commercial Electrician Apprentice
EC Electrical
Grand Junction, Colorado
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics.
- Installation of the main power source, lighting, heating, and fire warning systems.
- Responsible for the operation and appearance of the final product.
- Understanding and implementing Electrical Code.
Aircraft Maintenance LV1
Weststar Aviation Inc.
Grand Junction, Colorado
04.2023 - 12.2023
- General mechanical tasks.
- Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Performing inspections.
- Tagging aircraft components, parts, and panels.
- Routine maintenance and inspections.
- Must work rotating shifts, be self-motivated, and be responsible.
Welder LV1
Exotic Metals Forming Inc.
Kent, Washington
10.2018 - 04.2023
- Applied basic and advanced welding processes to join sheet metal aircraft components.
- Followed specific sizing within the written instructions and weld schedules.
- Worked with the TIG process and Inconel, titanium, and stainless steel.
- Work well within a team to accomplish team objectives.
Railcar Repairman LV1
BNSF Railroad
Seattle, Washington
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Diagnostics and repair of Railcar Air Brake Systems.
- General maintenance of wheel, truck, coupling, and load/unload systems.
- Inspection of railcar frames, bodies, and safety appliances to maintain compliance with the FRA.
- Operation of welding equipment and specialized off-highway motor vehicles.
- Must work in safety-sensitive conditions that can include diverse and extreme weather.
General Fabricator
Old Castle Precast
Auburn, Washington
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Build frames for Grand Vaults and Door Vaults.
- Operate overhead cranes and large forklifts to move vaults.
- Operate large band saws and metal punch iron work.
Tower Climber
Eagle Commercial Services
Gig Harbor, Washington
12.2013 - 09.2014
- Build up cell tower antenna systems for cell providers.
- Install systems for tower and ground facilities.
- Removal of old cell systems.
- Tower and antenna maintenance.
25P Microwave Communication Systems repair/Operator
U.S. Army Active Duty
03.2009 - 02.2014
- Maintained hard points of net and limited software points (i.e., encryption software)
- Maintained small man-portable radios, night vision goggles, and vehicle communications systems.
Education
Aviation Maintenance
SMAT School of Missionary Aviation
Ionia, MIGreen River Community College
Auburn, Washington, WACDL Certification
CDS Commercial Truck Driving School
Spanaway, WASkills
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Welding
- Cellular Systems Installation and Repair
- Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Motivated
- Diagnostics
- Safety Compliance
- Troubleshooting Electrical Systems
- Adaptability
Certification
FAA Maintenance License Part 147
Accomplishments
Army Achievement Medal
Timeline
Locomotive Electrician
BNSF Railroad
04.2025 - Current
Residential/Commercial Electrician Apprentice
EC Electrical
08.2023 - 03.2025
Aircraft Maintenance LV1
Weststar Aviation Inc.
04.2023 - 12.2023
Welder LV1
Exotic Metals Forming Inc.
10.2018 - 04.2023
Railcar Repairman LV1
BNSF Railroad
06.2017 - 12.2017
General Fabricator
Old Castle Precast
01.2017 - 06.2017
Tower Climber
Eagle Commercial Services
12.2013 - 09.2014
25P Microwave Communication Systems repair/Operator
U.S. Army Active Duty
03.2009 - 02.2014
Aviation Maintenance
SMAT School of Missionary Aviation
Green River Community College
CDL Certification
CDS Commercial Truck Driving School