Levi Vela
San Antonio
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented electrical professional with hands-on experience at Southern Careers Institute. Proven expertise in residential wiring and system design, complemented by strong customer service skills. Successfully upgraded lighting systems for enhanced energy efficiency, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards while maintaining high client satisfaction. Committed to delivering quality installations and repairs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Apprentice
Blackhawk electric
San Antonio
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted in diagnosing electrical issues using testing equipment and tools.
- Maintained a safe and organized work environment during projects.
- Installed electrical systems under supervision of licensed electricians.
- Collaborated with team members to complete wiring installations efficiently.
- Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.
- Pulled wires through conduit runs using fish tapes or pull strings when necessary.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring, and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
Electrician Helper
Electrician Subcontractor
San Antonio
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Followed safety procedures, company protocols, and OSHA guidelines, remaining accident-free.
- Assisted electricians with skilled work by keeping supplies, vehicle and tools well-organized.
- Help trim-out new homes by installing: outlet plugs, dryer plug, light switches, light fixtures, a/c connections, water heater disconnect, breaker panels and gcfi plugs as needed by code.
- Hotcheck homes and fix any issues with rougins or connections.
Electrical Helper - Residential and Commercial Projects
Southern Careers Institute
San Antonio
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Upgraded fluorescent lighting to LED systems for energy efficiency
- Replaced outdated fixtures and repaired GFCI outlets and switches
- Designed and installed wiring systems using conduit bending techniques
Installer
Elite Door Service's
San Antonio
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate installations.
- Implemented quality control measures during installations, ensuring that each project met or exceeded client expectations and regulatory standards.
Window Installer
Justin
San Antonio
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained a clean worksite, ensuring the least amount of disruption to clients' homes during the installation process.
- Accurately took measurements and made calculations for precise cutting and fitting of material.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective collaboration and communication during window installations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring proper installation and maintenance of windows in residential homes.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies needed for each project, minimizing delays due to lack of necessary materials or equipment.
Education
Electrical Technician Program -
Southern Careers Institute
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Customer Service
- Diagnostics and maintenance
- Residential wiring and construction
- Conduit bending and wire transfers
- Lighting fixtures, switches, and outlets
- Troubleshooting
- System design and construction
- Termination and grounding
- Electrical system modification
- Electrical repair
- OSHA requirements
- Fixtures
- Wiring techniques
- Commercial wiring
- Lighting installation
- Conduit bending
- Hand and power tools
- Wiring for commercial and residential projects
- Junction box assembly
Certification
- TDLR License
- OSHA 10
Volunteer Experience
Southern Careers Institute, Electrical Helper - Residential and Commercial Projects, Upgraded fluorescent lighting to LED systems for energy efficiency., Replaced outdated fixtures and repaired GFCI outlets and switches., Designed and installed wiring systems using conduit bending techniques.
Middle Initial
L
Timeline
Electrical Apprentice
Blackhawk electric
02.2026 - Current
Electrician Helper
Electrician Subcontractor
09.2025 - 02.2026
Electrical Helper - Residential and Commercial Projects
Southern Careers Institute
03.2025 - 09.2025
Installer
Elite Door Service's
06.2023 - 01.2025
Window Installer
Justin
03.2017 - 03.2019
Electrical Technician Program -
Southern Careers Institute