Joshua Wheat
Temple,TX
Summary
Dynamic electrician with extensive experience at Biskamp Electric, specializing in electrical installations and repairs. Proven track record in optimizing system designs and enhancing safety protocols. Skilled in troubleshooting and using testing instruments, while fostering team collaboration to achieve project goals efficiently. Committed to quality assurance and compliance with National Electrical Code standards. With strong expertise in electrical systems, wiring, .Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability to changing project needs, and consistent delivery of high-quality results. Proficient in interpreting technical diagrams, adhering to safety protocols, and utilizing problem-solving skills to ensure operational efficiency. Dependable and goal-oriented, ensuring reliability in all tasks.
Experienced with electrical installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Utilizes technical skills to ensure safe and efficient electrical systems. Track record of delivering reliable solutions in diverse settings.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Professional tradesman with years of hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and repair. Known for quality workmanship and commitment to safety standards. Collaborative team player who adapts to changing project requirements and delivers reliable solutions. Skilled in electrical diagnostics, wiring, and blueprint interpretation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrician
Ibew 479
07.2023 - Current
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in commercial and industrial settings.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems for optimal performance and safety.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Assisted in training new apprentices on electrical code regulations and best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed and materials used for project tracking.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within new builds.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through consistent professionalism, reliability, and transparency during projects.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople seamlessly during large-scale installations or renovations to ensure smooth project progressions.
- Achieved client satisfaction by prioritizing open communication throughout project stages.
- Contributed to safer work environments by strictly following safety protocols and conducting regular risk assessments.
- Enhanced team productivity, delegating tasks effectively and providing support where needed to meet tight deadlines.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Electrician
Biskamp Electric
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in commercial and industrial settings.
- Assisted in training new apprentices on electrical code regulations and best practices.
- Implemented energy-efficient solutions to reduce operational costs for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed and materials used for project tracking.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems for optimal performance and safety.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
- Contributed to safer work environments by strictly following safety protocols and conducting regular risk assessments.
- Optimized electrical system designs for new constructions, ensuring scalability and sustainability.
- Supported emergency response efforts, rapidly addressing electrical outages and hazards to minimize impact on businesses.
- Reduced downtime in industrial settings by conducting preventative maintenance on critical electrical equipment.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
Electrician
ISC LLC
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in commercial and industrial settings.
- Ensured timely completion of projects while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems for optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in training new apprentices on electrical code regulations and best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed and materials used for project tracking.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Assisted in the design phase of various projects, providing input on optimal lighting layouts, power distribution plans, and equipment specifications.
- Contributed to safer work environments by strictly following safety protocols and conducting regular risk assessments.
- Reduced downtime in industrial settings by conducting preventative maintenance on critical electrical equipment.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Electrician
Diversified Control Systems
01.2016 - 05.2020
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential, commercial,and industrial settings.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems for optimal performance and safety.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Contributed to safer work environments by strictly following safety protocols and conducting regular risk assessments.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Electrician
Power Partners
04.2011 - 08.2016
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Killeen High Schol
Killeen, TX05-1998
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical experience
- Lighting systems
- Works well in team environment
- Electrical testing
- Circuit testing
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Wiring diagrams
- Attention to detail
- New construction
- Voltmeter use
- Power distribution
- Field installation
- Safety management
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Low-voltage systems
- Sub-panel installation
- Efficient
- Commercial construction experience
- Wiring termination requirements
- National electrical code
- Safety procedures and regulations
- Job planning
- Test equipment operation
- Emergency repairs
- Mechanical aptitude
- Diagnostic testing
- Quality assurance
- Pipe installation expertise
- Electrical component repair
- Blueprint fluency
- Superior troubleshooting skills
- System testing
- Electrical provisions installation
- Control systems
- Exceptionally detail-oriented
- Motor controls
- Variable frequency drives
- Industrial automation
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Conduit bending
- High voltage systems
- Electrical wiring
- Circuit breaker installation
- Code compliance
- National electric codes (NEC)
Certification
- OSHA 10
- TDLR
- TWIC
- Respirator
- Confine space
- 70E
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Timeline
Electrician
Ibew 479
07.2023 - Current
Electrician
Biskamp Electric
11.2022 - 07.2023
Electrician
ISC LLC
05.2020 - 10.2022
Electrician
Diversified Control Systems
01.2016 - 05.2020
Electrician
Power Partners
04.2011 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Killeen High Schol