Ramon Castro

Operated as a one-man electrical contractor focused on residential and light commercial projects

• Performed all aspects of project work, including customer consultations, material procurement, and installations
• Gained hands-on experience managing contracts, permits, and compliance with local electrical codes

• Operates as a consulting business specializing in assisting electrical contractors to establish and expand their operations in California
• Develops strategic plans to help contractors secure projects, improve operational efficiency, and maximize business potential
• Builds relationships with industry stakeholders to connect clients with key opportunities and resources

• Conducted private property inspections for residential and commercial clients, providing detailed reports and recommendations
• Ensured compliance with California Building Code and Title 24 standards
• Developed and delivered employee training programs focusing on inspection processes, safety protocols, and hazard identification
• Built partnerships and maintained daily business leads to support company growth

• Company Overview: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Renewable Energy, and BESS
• Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems for schools, power plants, residential, and commercial projects
• Specialized in solar power plant installations, including panel wiring, conduit installation, feeder terminations, and troubleshooting
• Gained experience building Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), managing the integration of battery modules, inverters, and power distribution systems
• Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings, ensuring accurate implementation of electrical layouts
• Trained apprentices and junior electricians, focusing on skill-building, safety awareness, and technical troubleshooting
• Supervised and coordinated teams of electricians across large-scale projects, managing schedules, materials, and safety requirements
• Acted as the primary liaison between project managers, clients, and crew members, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget
• Enforced OSHA and NFPA standards through inspections, safety meetings, and policy development
• Conducted quality control inspections and resolved high-level technical challenges in collaboration with project stakeholders
• Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Renewable Energy, and BESS

• Recruited and trained electricians, apprentices, and trainees to meet industry needs
• Developed training curricula for new members and contractors, ensuring proper onboarding and skill enhancement
• Built relationships with contractors, elected officials, and community leaders to expand opportunities in the electrical industry

• Worked on a variety of projects, including schools, power plants, and residential and commercial construction
• Gained hands-on experience in conduit bending, feeder installations, panel wiring, and blueprint interpretation
• Supported journeymen electricians in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems, learning the fundamentals of the trade

• Provided safety training and equipment inspections for troops during combat and training operations
• Designed and implemented communication systems for military operations, including Operation Iraqi Freedom
• Recognized with the Marine Corps Achievement Medal and Presidential Unit Citation for exemplary service