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Justin Smith

Jackson,NJ

Summary

Knowledgeable Electrician with solid background in electrical systems and installations. Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical issues, ensuring safety and efficiency. Demonstrated effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills in high-pressure environments.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Center Electrician

Dept Of Veterans Affairs
  • Serves as Medical Center Electrician
  • Focuses on preventative and maintenance measures to maintain equipment and wiring and diagnose problems when malfunctions happen
  • Repairs equipment, check breakers and switches for issues, and ensure generators are operating properly, both for convenience and patient and worker safety
  • Performs highly skilled maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting with electrical systems
  • Performs work in a number of areas including heating, refrigeration, motors, fire alarms, and generator equipment
  • Assembles, installs, tests, and maintains electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
  • Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
  • Connects wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
  • Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
  • Advises management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous
  • Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
  • Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within new builds.
  • Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Achieved client satisfaction by prioritizing open communication throughout project stages.
  • Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
  • Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
  • Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Developed strong working relationships with clients through consistent professionalism, reliability, and transparency during projects.
  • Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, accurate estimates, and timely project completion.
  • Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
  • Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
  • Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.

Electrician

Capital Health Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Served as Service Electrician
  • Focused on preventative and maintenance measures to maintain equipment and wiring and diagnose problems when malfunctions happen
  • Repaired equipment, checked breakers and switches for issues, and ensured generators are operating properly, both for convenience and patient and worker safety
  • Performed highly skilled maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting with electrical systems
  • Performed work in a number of areas including heating, refrigeration, motors, fire alarms, and generator equipment
  • Assembled, installs, tests, and maintains electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem


  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
  • Advised management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous
  • Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system

Electrician

Department of Defense/Department of The Navy
10.2019 - 04.2022
  • Served as a journeyman electrician and high voltage electrical worker performing installation, maintenance and repairs on electric power control equipment, distribution lines, traffic light controls, airfield lighting and electric-generating equipment in all weather conditions
  • Fully capable and experienced to perform the work of a High Voltage Electrician (Motor Vehicle Operator)
  • Installed, modified, and replaced generation and distribution equipment in power-generating facilities, in substations, and in transformer vaults
  • Checked condition of transformers, switches, capacitor equipment, and cables
  • Visually checked for cracks or breaks in walls of manholes or vaults
  • Installed, operated, troubleshoot, repaired and maintained all commonly used electric power generation and distribution equipment
  • Replaced and adjusted mechanical contacts and tripping and time-delay intervals of circuit breakers and relays
  • Ability to read electronic schematics in order to diagnose problems
  • Interpreted wiring diagrams and applied appropriate techniques and methods of maintenance, repair and testing
  • Interpreted specifications for installation of new equipment and electrical lines
  • Interpreted drawings and diagrams of distribution networks and equipment interconnections
  • Determined types and sizes of wire, conduit, transformers, and safe operation of distribution systems; Safely determined the diameter and depth of pole holes utilizing a drilling auger to install poles; Performs rigging on high voltage motors, transformers and compressors; Tests cable systems for continuity, resistance, voltage, shorts, opens, grounds, or insulation breakdowns utilizing electrical test devices as voltmeter, ohmmeter, etc.; Checks the condition of transformers and switches while testing insulating oil for breakdown and contamination
  • Operated trucks equipped with winch and power takeoff, post hole digger, ladder insulated basket and related equipment
  • Troubleshot distribution circuits and generating and controlling equipment to locate and correct the causes of outages and improper operation
  • Made emergency cutouts and substitutes power lines and equipment as required
  • Troubleshoot overhead and underground cable systems to locate shorts, opens, grounds, crosses, electrolysis damage, capacitance imbalance, or cable breaks
  • Cleaned, adjusted, and repaired electrical equipment such as air and oil circuit breakers and telemetering equipment
  • Tested insulating oil from transformers and oil switches for breakdown and contamination
  • Programmed and monitor electronic control equipment and operated computerized diagnostic and digital test equipment
  • Interpreted results of a wide variety of range of diagnostic and test equipment
  • Worked on power cables, traffic light controls, insulators and control equipment such as switches, circuit breakers and panels
  • Spliced wires and cable to install, maintain and repair street and airfield lighting systems, and traffic signals and controllers
  • Made emergency cutouts and substitutes power lines and equipment as required
  • Installed underground cable, rigid conduit and duct work
  • Located and mark electrical underground utilities prior to excavation
  • Pulled in conductors, assembles bus bars, phases out and connected conductors
  • Pumped out water from manholes, remove debris, and repair ground bonds
  • Checked ground wire connections and cables for cracks, breaks, corrosion, and punctures
  • Stringed lights and power wires on cross arms and through ducts and manholes; makes electrical connections; and splices cables.
  • Pulled wires to proper tension or sag based on space, length, type and size of conductors, temperature, and loading district
  • Spotted utility lines (electric, gas, water and sewer) for digging permits
  • Erected and replaces poles; performs rigging on high voltage motors, transformers and compressors
  • Proficient in the use of various hand and power tools of the trade
  • Determined appropriate tools to safely accomplish high voltage electrical and all other tasks
  • Cleaned and maintained hand and power tools to ensure continued and safe functioning
  • Installed, diagnosed, repaired and maintained all commonly used electric power generation and distribution equipment without the need for special advice
  • Safely performed high voltage electrical work in all weather conditions working with high voltages
  • Assured all work performed met required codes and applicable laws and regulations

Electrician

Department of Defense/Department of The Army
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Served as a journeyman electrician
  • Received assignments in the form of work orders or verbal instructions and is responsible for determining work methods to accomplish assignments
  • Installed, maintained, and repaired electric wiring systems, related switches, distribution panels, and outlet boxes, as well as a wide variety of electrical fixtures, electrical motors, tools, and appliances throughout the facilities
  • Followed maintenance schedules and inspections or work orders; performed maintenance services, diagnosed system or equipment malfunctions, and repaired as necessary
  • Inspected, maintained, cleaned, repaired, tested, and adjusted electrical buzzer and bell circuits, light sockets, lighting fixtures, fans, switches, office and heating appliances, fire alarms, clocks, rheostats, thermostats and electrical drills, grinders and shop equipment
  • Worked on intrusion alarms
  • Tested circuits and equipment by use of voltmeter, ammeter, wattmeter, manager and ohmmeter
  • Measured, cut, threaded, bent, assembled and installed conduits, inserting splicing and connecting wires to fixtures, outlets, switches, receptacles, and power source
  • Knowledgeable of how various electrical systems, circuits, equipment and controls are installed, operate, and work together
  • Planned and completed installation, modification and repair of various systems, circuits, equipment and controls to industrial machinery
  • Interpreted and applied building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams using basic formulas to figure voltage and resistance
  • Assured all work performed meets required codes and applicable laws and regulations
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.

Foreman Electrician

Powerhouse Electric and Security
10.2012 - 12.2017
  • Served as Foreman Electrician
  • Mentored staff on new construction sites, renovations, old work installations, and service and repair
  • Managed staff to ensure that they properly installed, repaired and maintained electric systems and power lines
  • Conducted regular inspections to make sure that all the required supplies, materials and equipment were available and working as intended
  • Regularly works on tasks that are varied and complex
  • Applied full range of specialized skills and job knowledge; frequently adapted procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet specialized needs
  • Planed, supervised, and performed all phases of installation, maintenance, repair and inspection of electrical systems and service work in new or remodeled facilities
  • Performed cost estimates and projections for electrical projects; reviewed and upgraded electrical systems; evaluated electrical procedures
  • Met with design engineers to ensure electrical needs were met; reviewed electrical and contract specifications and performance criteria
  • Assured all work performed met required codes and applicable laws and regulations
  • Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and prompt issue resolution.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of electrical systems to identify potential issues or areas in need of improvement.
  • Contributed to successful bidding efforts by accurately estimating labor hours, materials costs, and overall project timelines.

Apprentice, Mechanic, Foreman Electrician

Charger Electric Corp
10.2007 - 10.2012
  • Served as Apprentice, Mechanic, Foreman Electrician on New Construction sites
  • Performed service and repairs on commercial, industrial, and residential buildings
  • Performed typical tasks related to installation and repair of electrical wiring, fixtures and controls
  • Tasks include laying out, assembling, and installing a variety of wiring systems
  • Identified, analyzed, troubleshot, and assisted with repairs of equipment and electrical faults
  • Tasks include bending and installing conduit, installing boxes and fixtures, and pulling wire using basic hand and power tools such as measuring tapes, conduit benders, pliers, screw drivers, drills, and rotary hammers while assisting the journeyman mechanic
  • Interpreted blueprints and schematics
  • Updated work logs, client accounts, and performs other administrative duties
  • Ordered replacement parts and equipment as needed
  • Assured all work performed meets required codes and applicable laws and regulations
  • Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
  • Studied manuals and repair books to increase knowledge and mechanical understanding of vehicles.
  • Kept personal appearance and all work areas neat and professional.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by following company safety policies and proactively identifying potential hazards in the workshop area.

Apprentice Electrician

Forrest Electric LLC
09.2004 - 09.2007
  • Served as Electrician Apprentice on New Residential Construction sites
  • Trained under master electrician/journeyman mechanic and successfully completes all assigned duties
  • Performed typical tasks related to installation and repair of electrical wiring, fixtures and controls
  • Assisted in laying out, assembling, and installing a variety of wiring systems
  • Assisted with repairs of equipment and electrical faults
  • Performed simple routine tasks with minimum supervision
  • Tasks include bending and installing conduit, installing boxes and fixtures, and pulling wire using basic hand and power tools such as measuring tapes, conduit benders, pliers, screw drivers, drills, and rotary hammers while assisting the journeyman mechanic


  • Updated work logs, client accounts, and performed other administrative duties
  • Ordered replacement parts and equipment as needed
  • Assured all work performed meets required codes and applicable laws and regulations
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.

Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.


Education

High School Diploma -

Jackson Memorial Highschool
Jackson NJ
06.2004

Skills

  • Wiring installation
  • Electrical Repairs
  • Electrical Installation
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Lighting Systems
  • Electrical Equipment Maintenance
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Control circuit troubleshooting
  • National Electrical Code

Phone

cell, (910)-352-2643

References

Available upon request

Certificationstraining

  • Scissor Lift Certification
  • Aerial Lift Certification
  • Fork Lift Certification
  • Bucket Truck Trained
  • Trench Machinery Trained

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification

Timeline

Electrician

Capital Health Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023

Electrician

Department of Defense/Department of The Navy
10.2019 - 04.2022

Electrician

Department of Defense/Department of The Army
09.2017 - 10.2019

Foreman Electrician

Powerhouse Electric and Security
10.2012 - 12.2017

Apprentice, Mechanic, Foreman Electrician

Charger Electric Corp
10.2007 - 10.2012

Apprentice Electrician

Forrest Electric LLC
09.2004 - 09.2007

High School Diploma -

Jackson Memorial Highschool
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification

Medical Center Electrician

Dept Of Veterans Affairs
Justin Smith