Matthew MacGowan
Santa Cruz,CA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Maintenance Technician
1440 Multiversity
Scotts Valley, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular inspections of electrical systems to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Performed troubleshooting and repairs on various electrical equipment, enhancing system reliability.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of electrical supplies, ensuring timely availability for maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to execute preventive maintenance schedules, reducing downtime of equipment.
- Maintained PLC controls for pond pump
Field Service Apprentice
Evolution Electrical
Oceanside, CA
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Employed troubleshooting skills to identify problems efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with clients to develop accurate pricing strategies.
- Advanced capabilities in upgrading electrical panels.
- Completed installations of main panel upgrades for both small and large-scale projects.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering exceptional customer service throughout all interactions.
- Boosted overall efficiency through meticulous organization of tools, parts inventory, and workspace.
Industrial Electrician Apprentice
GT Electric
Carlsbad, CA
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and repairs on electrical systems.
- Assisted supervisors in planning out project schedules for efficient allocation of resources leading to timely project execution.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail while performing various tasks such as wiring, soldering, and conduit installation ensuring high-quality workmanship.
- Acquired expertise in multiple tools such as multimeters, cable testers leading to precise diagnosis of problems related to electrical systems.
- Displayed strong teamwork skills by effectively cooperating with senior electricians during complex installations or repairs of electrical systems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design, install, and maintain various electrical systems throughout the facility.
- Gained hands-on experience in PLC and VFD programming, effectively contributing to automation projects within the facility.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques on 3 phase 480 live.
- Bent conduit varying from 1/2 in rigid and emt to 3 in emt
Apprentice Electrician
Blackwood Electric
Oceanside, CA
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement, or repair.
- Installed conduit systems effectively for better wire protection, contributing to overall system longevity and reliability.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Identified and studied electrical problems to determine correct solutions.
- Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Implemented proper grounding techniques during installations, reducing potential risks associated with power surges or faults in the system.
Education
ET Program - Wiring 101
Weca
Highschool Diploma -
Scott’s Valley High School
Scotts Valley, CA05.2021
Skills
Diagnostics and troubleshooting
Project estimation and bidding
System repairs Customer Relations
VFD Programming and installation
Conduit bending
Timeline
Electrical Maintenance Technician
1440 Multiversity
03.2025 - Current
Field Service Apprentice
Evolution Electrical
10.2024 - 03.2025
Industrial Electrician Apprentice
GT Electric
03.2024 - 10.2024
Apprentice Electrician
Blackwood Electric
07.2023 - 03.2024
ET Program - Wiring 101
Weca
Highschool Diploma -
Scott’s Valley High School