Reinaldo Quiles
Fairfield,CT
Summary
With a proven track record at Nation Electrical Contractors, I excel in electrical diagnostics and project management, ensuring worksite safety and efficiency. My expertise in electrical systems installation and contractor conflict mediation has consistently enhanced project outcomes, showcasing my ability to lead and innovate in challenging environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Foreman
Nation electrical contractors
Stratford, CT
01.2021 - Current
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Provided technical assistance for difficult electrical and maintenance problems.
- Troubleshot and solved complex problems related to the operation of electrical equipment and circuits.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to correctly assemble panels and control boxes.
- Calculated load requirements for new installations as well as modifications to existing ones.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
- Maintained a clean working environment throughout the duration of each project while following safety protocols.
Electrical Apprentice
Vivan Electric LLC
Greenwich, CT
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Install, maintain, adjust, operate, test, and repair branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures, lighting systems, and conduit, all in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC).
- Perform residential construction and service calls.
- Followed relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
- Perform basic box mounting, fastening, wire running, and snaking of wiring into walls, drilling anchors, and holes through concrete, bending, and running conduit above and below ground.
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Connected cables from service entrance to meters and main distribution panel boards.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds, and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs, and on towers.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
Electrical Apprentice
Electrical Services Group
New Haven, CT
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Install, maintain, adjust, operate, test, and repair branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures, lighting systems, and conduit, all in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC).
- Install low-voltage communications cabling, including Ethernet terminations.
- Maintain safety equipment.
- Maintain documentation, standard work practices, procedures, and job-specific procedures.
- Maintain facility electrical distribution, lighting, and power integrity.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Perform tasks outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions, including rain, wind, and cold weather.
Electrical Apprentice
County Electric Construction Inc.
Bridgeport, CT
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assisted in the installation and repair of electrical systems, devices, and wiring in office and commercial buildings.
- Manually pull wires through conduit to complete an electrical circuit between two components.
- Installed conduit systems including EMT, rigid conduit, flexible conduit.
- Exhibited safe work practices and executed assigned tasks in accordance with OSHA standards and NEC code.
- Performed preventive maintenance procedures on electrical systems.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
Vivian Electric Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Responsible for installing and troubleshooting various devices, fixtures, and circuitry
- Located and repaired short circuits in wiring
- Assisted in making 'on the spot' decisions relative to jobsite
- Maintained and kept tools, equipment, supplies and parts in order
Lead Production Manager
Echelon Materials, LLC.
Stamford, CT
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Responsible for the assembly and maintenance of ballistic material prototypes, machines to be used for future services in armor companies and the US military - company proprietary.
- Assist engineers in the design and testing of experimental parts.
- Co-contributor in the developmental process and fabrication of the production machine.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management.
- Provided guidance and direction on troubleshooting complex problems during the manufacturing process.
- Investigated root causes of defects or delays in order to develop corrective actions plans.
Electronic Technician / Assembler
Digatron Firing Circuits
Shelton, CT
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Responsible for the wiring and assembly of prototype modules for battery testing and formation.
- Read electronic blueprint schematics for prototype modules.
- Assembled test fixtures to assimilate circuits in final product.
- Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Collaborated with engineering teams during product development stages to provide feedback on design issues.
- Executed excellent reading and interpreting of blueprints and schematics.
Carpenters Apprentice
Western Connecticut Carpenters Union - Local 210 Member
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Various positions
- OSHA 10 Certified
PPD II Cleanroom Technician / Assembler
ASML
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Responsible for training new employees and cleanroom final assembly of semiconductor equipment (PPD II) in concordance with ISO 9000
AD ( Navy Aircrewmen)
Department of NAVY
Norfolk, USA
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Responsible for performing operational missions in accordance with squadron policies and directives.
- Performed mine countermeasure missions and fam flights.
- In charge of hangar and flight line security.
- Responsible for the aircraft maintenance department, line division, and tool room.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, consisting of daily and turnaround inspections.
Line Shack Supervisor
Department of NAVY
Bahrain, Saudi Arabia
01.2001 - 01.2006
- In charge of quality JQR training to qualify new personnel as plain captains, break riders, and aircraft handlers, directly contributing to command readiness and overall efficiency.
Education
Electrical apprentice extension course -
Bridgeport, CT11.2015
Housatonic community college -
Housatonic community college
Bridgeport, CT08.2012
E2C Hawkeye Sea School -
E2C Hawkeye Sea School
Norfolk, VA08.2005
SERE/CWEST Training - POW & extreme weather training
New Brunswick, ME10.2002
MH-53 AMCM FRAC CAT II School - Helicopter systems training
Norfolk, VA09.2002
Aviation A School -
Pensacola, FL01.2002
NACCS - Aircrewman School
Pensacola, FL11.2001
Naval Boot Camp -
Great Lakes, IL07.2001
Stratford High School -
06.2001
Skills
- Commercial project expertise
- Worksite safety
- Hazard mitigation
- Residential wiring
- Contractor conflict mediation
- Electrical diagnostics
- Electrical schematics
- State and local regulations
- State and local codes
- Installation scheduling
- Project management
- Blueprint interpretation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical systems installation
- OSHA standards
- Electrical codes
Certification
- OSHA 10
- Electrician Apprentice
- E2 test ready
Awards
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Meritorious Unit Commendation
- Navy E Ribbon
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- National Defense Medal
- Expeditionary Medal
- Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
- Good Conduct Medal
Timeline
Electrical Foreman
Nation electrical contractors
01.2021 - Current
Electrical Apprentice
Vivan Electric LLC
01.2020 - 01.2021
Electrical Apprentice
Electrical Services Group
01.2018 - 01.2020
Electrical Apprentice
County Electric Construction Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017
Vivian Electric Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Lead Production Manager
Echelon Materials, LLC.
01.2012 - 01.2015
Electronic Technician / Assembler
Digatron Firing Circuits
01.2010 - 01.2012
Carpenters Apprentice
Western Connecticut Carpenters Union - Local 210 Member
01.2008 - 01.2010
PPD II Cleanroom Technician / Assembler
ASML
01.2007 - 01.2008
AD ( Navy Aircrewmen)
Department of NAVY
01.2001 - 01.2006
Line Shack Supervisor
Department of NAVY
01.2001 - 01.2006
Electrical apprentice extension course -
Housatonic community college -
Housatonic community college
E2C Hawkeye Sea School -
E2C Hawkeye Sea School