Juan Torrentera Jr

Big State Electric – 2020 – Present.

General Foreman.

• Oversaw a $7 million electrical project and ensured timely completion.
• Managed mechanical and plumbing electrical systems for a 17-story hotel.
• Led pull planning, manpower distribution, and take-offs for multiple projects.
• Conducted lighting control programming and facilitated project execution.
• Supervised and coordinated the activities of electricians, apprentices, helpers, and other personnel engaged in electrical work.
• Resolved problems associated with installation of wiring systems or components.
• Trained new employees on proper safety guidelines when working with electricity.
• Identified potential hazards prior to performing any electrical work.
• Developed job plans for electrical tasks including labor hours and material estimates.
• Inspected completed installations to ensure conformance with local codes and regulations.
• Coordinated with other tradesmen such as plumbers or carpenters when completing complex projects.
• Established positive relationships with vendors providing supplies or materials necessary for jobs.
• Scheduled materials, tools, equipment, inspections, and personnel required for completion of each task or project.
• Reviewed contracts to ensure accuracy of scope of work before beginning a project.
• Developed strategies to maximize efficiency during installation processes.
• Monitored construction sites throughout the duration of a project to ensure quality control standards are met.
• Analyzed blueprints, diagrams, sketches, product specifications and verbal instructions to determine layout requirements for projects.
• Ensured safety protocols were followed and maintained for all electrical projects.
• Meticulously tested installations to check continuity of circuits and compatibility and safety of components using test equipment such as ohmmeter, amp meter, voltmeter and oscilloscope.
• Functioned as crew leader, overseeing work of lower-level licensed electricians and trade helpers.
• Reviewed and monitored cost and man-hour budget for installation process to develop staff facilities, equipment, and tool requirement plan.
• Enforced safety regulations and penalized workers for not following work safety agreements.
• Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
• Provided empowering leadership to ensure positive production outcomes and consistent team morale.
• Promoted safety and work site awareness by identifying and removing potential hazards and effectively training team members in safety protocols.
• Tested electrical equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
• Updated and edited all drawings with design changes requested by client.
• Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
• Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
• Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.

• Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
• Performed maintenance on existing electrical wiring and equipment.
• Updated outdated wiring systems with newer technologies.
• Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components to form circuits.
• Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
• Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
• Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
• Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
• Resolved customer complaints through effective problem-solving techniques.
• Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
• Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
• Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
• Trained workers to install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and fixtures.
• Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
• Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.

• Provided support services such as cleaning up debris from job sites after completion
• Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks with material ordered for jobs.
• Used hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers, crimpers during the course of daily duties.
• Installed conduit, wiring, outlets, switches, circuit breakers and other components as directed by a qualified electrician.
• Connected power supply wires to machines and equipment for new installations or repairs according to specifications provided by a journeyman electrician.
• Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems related to electrical systems using knowledge acquired through training sessions or apprenticeship program courses.
• Assisted journeymen electricians in installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
• Operated aerial lifts when necessary to access hard-to-reach areas.
• Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
• Installed new electrical components, fixtures, and motors.
• Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
• Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
• Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes.
• Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.