Rafael Antonio Benitez Cardona
Coats,NC
Summary
Dependable Foreman Electrician experienced in interpreting blueprints and managing electrical installations. Delivered successful project outcomes through strong leadership, effective supervision, and meticulous adherence to specifications. Focused on optimizing team performance while ensuring high standards in electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, and compliance with industry codes.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Electrician
MMR Group
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
03.2026 - Current
- Installed electrical wiring, conduit, and fixtures across MMR group jobsite projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics for MMR Group electrical installations.
- Troubleshot motors, panels, and circuits during MMR Group field operations.
- Connected switchgear, breakers, and control equipment for MMR group buildouts.
- Coordinated with crews and supervisors to ensure timely and efficient completion of MMR Group electrical projects.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Troubleshot electrical issues and implemented effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work areas, ensuring they were free of hazards to promote a safe working environment.
- Performed maintenance on existing electrical wiring and equipment.
- Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
- Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
- Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
- Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to identify and rectify loose connections, enhancing system reliability.
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
Journeyman Electrician
EPI
Des Moines, Iowa
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Replaced faulty switches, outlets, circuit breakers when necessary.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components to form circuits.
- Performed lockout/tagout procedures to support EPI safety standards.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial buildings.
Journeyman Electrician
MMR Group
Calvert, Alabama
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Installed electrical wiring, conduit, and fixtures across MMR group jobsite projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics for MMR group electrical installations.
- Troubleshot motors, panels, and circuits during MMR Group field operations.
- Lock out/ Tag out procedure
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed while working with live wires.
- Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
Journeyman Electrician
Zachry Construction Corporation
Omaha, Nebraska
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Installed conduit, wiring, and devices on Zachry job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and electrical diagrams for Zachry field work.
- Troubleshot panels, circuits, and controls during Zachry service calls.
- Cable tray
- Performed lockout/tagout procedures to support Zachry Construction safety standards.
- Tested voltage, continuity, and grounding on Zachry Construction electrical systems.
Journeyman Electrician
MMR Contractors
Leasburg, North Carolina
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Installed conduit, wiring, and devices on MMR commercial job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and electrical diagrams for MMR group field work.
- Troubleshot panels, circuits, and controls during MMR group service calls.
- Pulled wire, terminated equipment, and connected lighting systems for MMR group builds.
Journeyman Electrician
Gaylor Electric
Columbus, Indiana
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Interpreted blueprints and electrical diagrams for Gaylor Electric field work.
- Installed conduit, wiring, and devices on Gaylor Electric commercial job sites.
- Troubleshot panels, circuits, and controls during Gaylor Electric service calls.
- Tested voltage, continuity, and grounding using meters at Gaylor Electric projects.
- Followed NEC standards and safety procedures on Gaylor Electric installations.
- Cable tray
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering -
Universidad Oriente
Santiago De Cuba , Cuba 10.2013 - 07.2018
Skills
- Electrical systems installation
- Electrical installation
- Electrical wiring
- Blueprint reading
- Circuit troubleshooting
- Control panel wiring
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical testing
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Generator installation
- Transformer installation
- Power distribution
- AC/DC control circuitry
- Low-voltage systems
- Structured cabling
- Jobsite planning
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Supervisor (Foreman)
- Apprenticeship training
- Safety management
- Construction safety
- Electrical safety
- NEC compliance
- National electrical code
- NFPA 70E compliance
- OSHA 30 certified
- Safety procedures and regulations
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Complex issues management
- Voltmeter use
- Test equipment operation
- Troubleshooting and repairs
- Diagram interpretation
- Equipment maintenance
- Circuit breaker installation
- Underground wiring and PVC
- Industrial electric engine repair
- Commercial and Industrial electric construction
- New construction
- Lighting design
- Electrical engineering standards
- Electrical controls
- Electrical component repair
- Safety management
- Commercial construction experience
- High voltage systems
- Security systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High voltage systems
Certification
- OSHA 30
- Confined Space & Loto Trained and General Safety (hasc)
- License Apprentice Electrician
Languages
English
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Foreman Electrician
MMR Group
03.2026 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
EPI
05.2025 - 01.2026
Journeyman Electrician
MMR Group
10.2024 - 03.2025
Journeyman Electrician
Zachry Construction Corporation
01.2023 - 08.2024
Journeyman Electrician
MMR Contractors
02.2022 - 12.2022
Journeyman Electrician
Gaylor Electric
09.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering -
Universidad Oriente
10.2013 - 07.2018