Karen Zakaria

• 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.
• 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.
• Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
• Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
• Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
• Developed strong working relationships with clients through consistent professionalism, reliability, and transparency during projects.
• Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
• Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, accurate estimates, and timely project completion.
• Increased productivity by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Increased customer trust with clear communication and detailed explanations of electrical work required and performed.
• Elevated team skill levels by leading workshops on latest electrical technologies and safety practices.
• Ensured safety and compliance with local electrical codes by meticulously inspecting and upgrading wiring systems in residential buildings.
• Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
• Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
• Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
• Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
• Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.

Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.