Justin Borden
Swanton
Summary
Accomplished Master Electrician with extensive experience at Life Safety Systems Inc., specializing in electrical installation and troubleshooting. Renowned for enhancing client satisfaction through proactive maintenance and compliance with the National Electrical Code. Proven leader with strong interpersonal skills, mentoring junior electricians while delivering high-quality, efficient service. Specializing in fire and security systems, Design and installation of said systems
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Electrician/Lead Technition
Life Safety Systems Inc.
12.2013 - 02.2025
- Minimized risk of electrical hazards by diligently adhering to established safety protocols during every phase of project execution.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams comprised of engineers, architects, construction professionals, and other skilled trade workers to achieve a common goal in successful project completion.
- Developed a reputation for quality workmanship through meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of electrical system installation and repair.
- Reduced downtime for clients through proactive maintenance programs tailored to individual facility needs.
- Mentored junior electricians in trade skills, fostering professional growth within the team while ensuring high standards of work quality were maintained.
- Maintained compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by staying current on industry best practices and code changes.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Installed, tested and serviced alarm and associated systems for commercial and residential customers.
- Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshot devices.
- Fully installed fire alarms and various security devices.
- Demonstrated features and functionality of alarm systems to customers.
- Performed annual inspections on fire and security alarm systems.
- Tested all newly installed fire alarms.
- Commissioned new fire alarm systems, installing related hardware and software required by facilities.
- Identified and reported fire code non-conformance issues to senior personnel and safety inspectors.
Owner/master Electrician
Self-employeed
03.2007 - 12.2013
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Assisted in design and installation of electrical systems and components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
Education
No Degree - Electrician
Vermont Tech
Williston, VTSkills
- Electrical installation
- Electrical testing
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Low-voltage systems
- Conduit bending
- Electrical panel upgrades
- National electrical code
- Emergency repairs
- Fire alarm systems
- Control systems
Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- Vt Master Electrical EM 05089
- Vt Fire Alarm TQP 04389
- Nh Master electrical 13523M
- Me Master electrical MS60021397
- Mt Master electrical ELE-EM-lic38191
Timeline
Master Electrician/Lead Technition
Life Safety Systems Inc.
12.2013 - 02.2025
Owner/master Electrician
Self-employeed
03.2007 - 12.2013
No Degree - Electrician
Vermont Tech
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