Michael Pratt
League City
Summary
Journeyman Electrician with extensive experience in electrical installation and maintenance. Demonstrated ability to update outdated wiring systems by integrating newer technologies, ensuring compliance with safety standards throughout all projects. Proficient in reading blueprints and schematic diagrams to effectively plan installations in both residential and commercial settings. Skilled in troubleshooting electrical systems, conducting tests on components, and performing necessary repairs while adhering to local building codes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Coastal Electric
League City
12.2023 - 06.2025
- Resolved customer complaints through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Updated outdated wiring systems with newer technologies.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
- Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Performed maintenance on existing electrical wiring and equipment.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed while working with live wires.
- Adhered to local building codes when installing new electrical systems.
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
- Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
- Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
- Assisted journeyman electricians in troubleshooting complex problems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components to form circuits.
- Replaced faulty switches, outlets, circuit breakers when necessary.
- Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
- Identified system malfunctions and performed repairs as needed.
- Worked with contractors regarding project timelines and budgets.
Journeyman Electrician
Coastal Electric
League City
12.2023 - 06.2025
- Resolved customer complaints through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Updated outdated wiring systems with newer technologies.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
Journeyman Electrician
Caprock Electric
Houston
05.2017 - 12.2023
- Resolved customer complaints through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Updated outdated wiring systems with newer technologies.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
Education
Certificate of Completion From 4 Yr Trade School - Commercial Electrical Trade
IEC Gulf Coast Chapter
Houston, TX06-2014
High School Diploma -
South Houston High School
Pasadena, TX05-1999
Skills
- Electrical installation
- Wiring systems
- Blueprint reading
- Circuit testing
- Troubleshooting systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Apprentice training
- Problem solving
- Diagnosis and testing
- Control systems
- Panel upgrades
- Grounding systems
- Backup generators
- Journey-level background
- Electrical testing
- Basic mathematical skill
- New system installations
- Emergency repairs
- Circuits and wiring
- Electrical code
- Conduit bending
- Electrical codes
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Coastal Electric
12.2023 - 06.2025
Journeyman Electrician
Coastal Electric
12.2023 - 06.2025
Journeyman Electrician
Caprock Electric
05.2017 - 12.2023
Certificate of Completion From 4 Yr Trade School - Commercial Electrical Trade
IEC Gulf Coast Chapter
High School Diploma -
South Houston High School