Nathan Guess
Mobile,AL
Summary
Experienced Journeyman Electrician with a strong background in troubleshooting and installing electrical systems. Proven ability to lead teams and train apprentices, ensuring high standards of safety and compliance. Aiming to leverage skills to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 505
Mobile, AL
09.2025 - Current
- Installed, repaired, and maintained electrical systems in compliance with local codes and safety standards.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using advanced testing equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex electrical problems, improving response times and service reliability.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Tested electrical systems and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
Enlisted Soldier
Alabama Army National Guard
Citronelle, AL
08.2017 - Current
- Led training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated logistical support for missions, ensuring resource availability and strategic alignment.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Ensured mission readiness by maintaining personal weapons proficiency, scoring highly on annual qualification tests consistently.
Electrical Apprentice
Smith Electric & Associates
Mobile, AL
08.2018 - 09.2025
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Supported senior electricians in troubleshooting electrical issues, enhancing problem-solving skills and knowledge.
- Operated tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes for testing electrical components and systems.
- Participated in team projects to install wiring for residential and commercial buildings, improving collaboration skills.
- Led small teams during project installations, coordinating tasks to meet deadlines efficiently.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
National Guard Recruiter Assistant
Alabama Army National Guard
Mobile, AL
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings and interviews to assess qualifications.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to manage candidate pipelines efficiently.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
Education
High School Diploma -
Daphne High School
Daphne05-2017
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Circuit installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Conduit bending
- Safety awareness
- Wiring diagrams
- Emergency repairs
- Schematic and blueprint interpretation
Accomplishments
I have achieved the rank of Sergeant in the Alabama Army National Guard, and am eligible for Staff Sergeant. I am currently awaiting the promotion. I have my state of Alabama Journeyman Electrical license I took the test in September of 2025.
Certification
- Journeyman Electrical License - September 2025
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW Local 505
09.2025 - Current
National Guard Recruiter Assistant
Alabama Army National Guard
10.2024 - 02.2025
Electrical Apprentice
Smith Electric & Associates
08.2018 - 09.2025
Enlisted Soldier
Alabama Army National Guard
08.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Daphne High School