Michael Silva
San Jose,CA
Summary
Highly skilled Electrical Maintenance and Ride Electrician with 8+ years of experience in industrial, commercial, and amusement electrical systems. Proven expertise in troubleshooting, PLC diagnostics, motor controls, relay logic, NEC compliance, preventive maintenance, and electrical upgrades. Recognized for reducing downtime, resolving complex faults, and supporting safety-critical operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ride Electrician II
California's Great America
San Jose, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems across 50+ amusement park rides.
- Diagnose faults in control circuits, relay logic, motor controls, and ride safety systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to maximize uptime and equipment lifespan.
- Supported Pacific Gliders ride commissioning through electrical verification and testing.
- Developed PLC diagnostic skills to improve troubleshooting efficiency.
- Rewired Demon transfer system, correcting NEC violations, eliminating shorts/interference, and tracing/labeling 200+ wires.
- Provide emergency on-call support for critical ride-related failures.
Electrician
Jemby Electric Inc.
Fremont, CA
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Installed and serviced switchgear, generators, and power distribution equipment.
- Pulled wire/cable, grounded/bonded systems, and landed conductors to NEC standards.
- Assisted with installation and termination of electrical equipment and control components.
Electrical Maintenance II
Stanford University (LBRE)
Stanford, CA
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Installed, tested, and maintained electrical wiring, fixtures, and building systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired malfunctioning electrical systems and controls.
- Conducted inspections and preventive maintenance on campus infrastructure.
Electrician
Tradesmen International
Sunnyvale, CA
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Installed and repaired transformers, breakers, conduit systems, switchgear, UPS systems, and lighting.
- Interpreted blueprints/layouts to complete electrical installations.
- Supported safe workflow and active jobsite operations.
Mayo Electric, Blue Streak Lighting, ALLCOM Electric, Rhino Power Inc., Pacific Coast Electric, Main Stream Electric
02.2018 - 06.2021
- Performed residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations and repairs.
- Completed rough-ins, trim work, lighting replacements, service upgrades, and troubleshooting.
- Installed conduit, pulled wire, and supported electrical build-outs across multiple project types.
Education
Sobrato Highschool
Morgan Hill, CAElectrical Program - undefined
Center for Employment Training
San Jose, CA01-2018
Skills
- PLC Diagnostics
- Allen-Bradley PLCs
- Motor Controls
- Relay Logic
- Control Circuits
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- NEC Code Compliance
- 12V-480V Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Switchgear
- Transformers
- Contactors
- Relays
- Sensors
- UPS/Generators
- Blueprint Reading
- Megohmmeters
- Lockout/Tagout
- OSHA Safety Standards
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Aerial Lift Certification
- Fall Protection Certification
- California State ET Card Holder
Timeline
Ride Electrician II
California's Great America
07.2023 - Current
Electrician
Jemby Electric Inc.
04.2023 - 05.2023
Electrical Maintenance II
Stanford University (LBRE)
09.2021 - 02.2023
Electrician
Tradesmen International
06.2021 - 09.2021
Mayo Electric, Blue Streak Lighting, ALLCOM Electric, Rhino Power Inc., Pacific Coast Electric, Main Stream Electric
02.2018 - 06.2021
Electrical Program - undefined
Center for Employment Training
Sobrato Highschool