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Luis Charles

West Des Moines,IA

Summary

Foreman Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Technical Manager, Project Leader, Electrical Engineer, Engineering Consultant, Project Engineer (Electric, Mechanical & Civil), Field Engineer, University Professor.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman Electrician

EPI Power
Des Moines, IA
01.2024 - Current

Electrical construction in Microsoft Warehouse (DSM-15/DSM-16) & Prefabricated electrical elements for underground (DSM-16 & DSM-17), Des Moines IA.

  • Trained apprentices on the proper use of tools, techniques, safety procedures, and blueprint reading.
  • Tested electrical equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
  • Supervised a team of electricians to ensure quality workmanship, safety, and adherence to project timelines.
  • Assessed quality of products and compliance with tolerance standards by inspecting products, components, and materials.
  • Scissor lift operator, boom lift operator.

Journeyman Electrician

Trade Unlimited(staffing)-Faith Technologies, Inc.
Lebanon, TN
12.2023 - 01.2024

Electrical construction in Ferguson Warehouse, Lebanon TN.

  • Installed electrical wiring during remodeling projects.
  • Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
  • Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
  • Scissor lift operator, boom lift operator.

Journeyman Electrician

Trade Unlimited (staffing)-Harlan Electric.
Gallatin, TN
11.2023 - 12.2023

Electrical construction in Meta Loop (Facebook warehouse), Gallantin TN.

  • Replaced faulty switches, outlets, circuit breakers when necessary.
  • Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
  • Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Journeyman Electrician

Trade Unlimited (staffing)- Weifield Electric.
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - 10.2023

Electrical construction in Vanderbilt University, Nashville TN.

  • Demonstrated proper electrical installation techniques, wiring methods, and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Verified that all electrical connections worked properly after completing installation.
  • Installed new lighting fixtures in existing systems or built custom rigs from scratch.
  • Installed electrical cables or wire fixtures.

Journeyman Electrician

Red Moon Consultants (staffing)-Walker Electric.
Bellevue, TN
09.2022 - 07.2023

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical construction in High School James Lawson, Bellevue Tn.

  • Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
  • Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
  • Performed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
  • Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
  • Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
  • Installed motor feeders and made standard motor connections.

Journeyman Electrician

Red moon Consultants (staffing)-Wolf & Travis.
Nashville, TN
10.2021 - 09.2022

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical Construction in Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital, Nashville Tn.

  • Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
  • Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
  • Performed rough-in, termination, and underground work.

Journeyman Electrician

NCW Stafing-Gaylor Electric.
Amarillo, TX
08.2021 - 09.2021

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical construction in Amazon Warehouse, Amarillo TX.

  • Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
  • Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
  • Identified and addressed hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspection of electrical equipment.
  • Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
  • Scissor lift operator, boom lift operator.

Journeyman Electrician

NCW Staffing-Gaylor Electric.
La Fayette, LA
05.2021 - 07.2021

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical construction in Amazon Warehouse, Lafayette LA.

  • Installed electrical systems in commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
  • Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Inspected electrical components to identify hazards, defects, or potential repairs in compliance with codes.
  • Scissor lift operator, boom lift operator.

Journeyman Electrician

NCW Staffing-Gaylor Electric.
Mount Juliet, TN
01.2021 - 04.2021

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical construction in Amazon Warehouse, Mount Juliet, TN.

  • Installed electrical systems in commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
  • Inspected electrical components to identify hazards, defects, or potential repairs in compliance with codes.
  • Troubleshooting complex problems.
  • Scissor lift operator, boom lift operator.

Journeyman Electrician

Road Dog (Staffing)-Darana Hybrid.
Altoona, IA
09.2020 - 12.2020

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical construction in Amazon Warehouse, Altoona, IA.

  • Installed new conveyor systems according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Troubleshot electrical wiring problems in order to diagnose malfunctions.
  • Assist in the design process for new pipe system installations.
  • Scissor lift operator.

Journeyman Electrician

Secure Services (Staffing)-Anchor Electric.
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 09.2020

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical construction in Christ Presbyterian Academy, Nashville TN.

  • Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components and maintained equipment.
  • Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
  • Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Installed conduits or pipes
  • Scissor lift operator.

Journeyman Electrician

NCW (Staffing)-Faith Technologies, Inc.
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 08.2020

Journeyman Electrician-Electrical construction in Hotel Broadway, Nashville TN.

  • Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components and maintained equipment.
  • Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
  • Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
  • Scissor lift operator.

Technical Manager

Meyers Group
Colon, Panama
03.2019 - 12.2019

Technical Manager-Construction of a 42-inch water supply pipeline in Colon, Panama.

  • Technical Manager, Preparation, quality control and placement of 1 mile of ductile iron pipe diameter 48 inches for fresh water in Water Treatment Water Sabanitas II – IDAAN., Company: Meyers Group, S.A., City: Colón-Panamá.

Project Leader

Pratocorp, S.A.
Ciudad De Panama, Panama
01.2016 - 03.2019

Project Leader-Civil & Electrical Construction In Pratocorp, S.A., Ciudad de Panama, Panama.

  • Construction of sanitary & electrical infrastructure, Construction of model house, Construction of concrete pavements, all this in Eco city Green Valley-Pratocorp,S.A.
  • Consulting in repair and maintenance work at Town Planning Villas de Paola-Chilibre; various electrical works, plumbing, drywall, installation of air conditioners. Company: Pratocorp, S.A., City: Panamá, Panamá.

Electrical Engineer

Grupo de Proyectos BL, SA.
Ciudad De Panama, Panama
04.2014 - 12.2015

Electrical Engeener-Grupo de Proyectos BL, S.A., Ciudad de Panama, Panama.

  • Electrical Engeener, Electrical Projects, Inspection, Electrical Maintenance, Services, Construction, electric generator, Frequency Drives, Electric Motors; Company: Grupo de Proyectos BL, S.A., City: Panamá, Panamá.

Engineering Consultant

Granja Tres Arroyos S.A.
Anzoategui, Venezuela
01.2009 - 12.2013

Consulting Electrical Engineer-Granja Tres Arroyos, S.A., Anzoategui, Venezuela.

  • Engineer Electrician, management, consulting, review, reengineering, metric calculations of project implantation of poultry farms in Uverito-Venezuela, Company: Granja Tres Arroyos S.A.-PDVSA Agricola (Agreement: Argentine - Venezuela).

Project Engineer

ROKOUCA.
Anzoategui, Venezuela
02.2005 - 12.2008

Project Engineer-Electric, Mechanical & Civil Construction in (6) Hospital Centers, Anzoategui, Venezuela.

  • Installation of a high-voltage system, transformer bank, electrical connection.
  • Installation of panel with breakers.
  • Installation of air conditioners.
  • Internal electrical grid, grounding system, exothermic.
  • welding, installation of specular-type lamps.
  • Fire alarm control panel.
  • Anti-radiation lead coating of X-ray area.
  • Automation of external lighting, Electric generator.
  • Uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
  • Inspection.

Field Engineer

Constructora Conkor CA.
Anzoategui, Venezuela
06.2004 - 01.2005

Field Measuring Engineer-Constructora Conkor C.A., Anzoategui, Venezuela.

  • Field Measuring Engineer in diverse works of oil flow lines in operational Center Bare, Operational Center melons, Oscurote zone. Company: Constructora Conkor (Entity: Petroleos de Venezuela S.A.)

University Professor

U.N.E.F.A.
Anzoategui , Venezuela
02.2004 - 06.2004

University professor-National Experimental University of the Armed Forces (U.N.E.F.A.), Anzoategui, Venezuela.

  • University professor of Analytical Geometry & trigonometry.

University Professor

U.P.T.J.A.A.
Anzoátegui , Venezuela
07.2002 - 03.2004

University professor-José Antonio Anzoategui Territorial Polytechnic University. (U.P.T.J.A.A.), Anzoategui, Venezuela.

  • University professor in Electrical Measurements, Electrical Controls and Electrical Workshops (I,II & III).

Electrical Apprentice

Servicios de Pozos Anzoategui (S.P.A.)
Anzoategui , Venezuela
12.2000 - 12.2001

Electrical Apprentice-Servicios de Pozos Anzoategui. (S.P.A.), Anzoategui, Venezuela.

  • Electrical Apprentice in Moving oil drilling rigs of (Petroleos de Venezuela-PDVSA).
  • (University internship).

Education

Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering

Instituto Universitario Politecnico SantiagoMariño
Anzoategui, Venezuela.
01-2002

Skills

  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA 10 Hours: 10
  • Human Relations Hours: 20
  • Fire Prevention and Extinguishing Hours: 20
  • ISO-14000 (Environmental Management) Hours: 20
  • Industrial safety Hours: 40
  • Reading and interpretation of instrumentation and control engineering plans Hours: 16
  • Operational Problems During Oil Drilling Hours: 24
  • Power Transformers Hours: 8
  • G-152-EN, ACS800 ABB single drive, Startup, Maintenance & Service Hands On Hours: 24
  • G165 - ACS550 ABB Basic start-up Operation and Maintenance Hands On Hours: 24

Timeline

Foreman Electrician

EPI Power
01.2024 - Current

Journeyman Electrician

Trade Unlimited(staffing)-Faith Technologies, Inc.
12.2023 - 01.2024

Journeyman Electrician

Trade Unlimited (staffing)-Harlan Electric.
11.2023 - 12.2023

Journeyman Electrician

Trade Unlimited (staffing)- Weifield Electric.
08.2023 - 10.2023

Journeyman Electrician

Red Moon Consultants (staffing)-Walker Electric.
09.2022 - 07.2023

Journeyman Electrician

Red moon Consultants (staffing)-Wolf & Travis.
10.2021 - 09.2022

Journeyman Electrician

NCW Stafing-Gaylor Electric.
08.2021 - 09.2021

Journeyman Electrician

NCW Staffing-Gaylor Electric.
05.2021 - 07.2021

Journeyman Electrician

NCW Staffing-Gaylor Electric.
01.2021 - 04.2021

Journeyman Electrician

Road Dog (Staffing)-Darana Hybrid.
09.2020 - 12.2020

Journeyman Electrician

Secure Services (Staffing)-Anchor Electric.
08.2020 - 09.2020

Journeyman Electrician

NCW (Staffing)-Faith Technologies, Inc.
08.2020 - 08.2020

Technical Manager

Meyers Group
03.2019 - 12.2019

Project Leader

Pratocorp, S.A.
01.2016 - 03.2019

Electrical Engineer

Grupo de Proyectos BL, SA.
04.2014 - 12.2015

Engineering Consultant

Granja Tres Arroyos S.A.
01.2009 - 12.2013

Project Engineer

ROKOUCA.
02.2005 - 12.2008

Field Engineer

Constructora Conkor CA.
06.2004 - 01.2005

University Professor

U.N.E.F.A.
02.2004 - 06.2004

University Professor

U.P.T.J.A.A.
07.2002 - 03.2004

Electrical Apprentice

Servicios de Pozos Anzoategui (S.P.A.)
12.2000 - 12.2001

Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering

Instituto Universitario Politecnico SantiagoMariño
Luis Charles