Ricardo Rivas
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Experienced electrical technician specializing from low to high-voltage systems and troubleshooting, with a strong track record at Ricks Electric Company and Edwards Air Force Base. Expertise in improving system efficiency and maintaining safety standards. Skilled in operating equipment and analyzing blueprints, leading to effective project execution and teamwork.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interior Electrician
412 CE
Edwards Air Force Base, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the installation and maintenance of low- to high-voltage electrical equipment, including relays and switches.
- Performed voltage tests on transformers and circuit breakers to ensure optimal performance on voltage ranging from 120 V to 34.5 kVA.
- Aid and operate heavy machinery, such as aerial lifts, bucket trucks, and line trucks, to support operations.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines while handling hazardous materials and conditions, all in the necessary PPE.
- Helped firsthand substation operations such as switching, breaker operation/maintenance and testing, operation and testing of relays, fault finding, insulation resistance testing, cable splicing, isolation of energy sources (Lock Out, Tag Out), and preventative maintenance.
- Use of multimeters, touch meters, tic tracers, and live line tools. Use of wiring diagrams for the purpose of troubleshooting, testing, installation and maintenance of electrical systems and components.
- Response to unplanned power outages, troubleshooting affected equipment in order to restore power.
Electrical Foreman
Ricks Electric Company
Winnetka, CA
02.2013 - 06.2023
- Inspected installations and repairs to ensure conformance with local building codes and standards.
- Monitored job sites daily to ensure that all work was performed according to specifications and in a safe manner.
- Analyzed blueprints, drawings, plans, sketches, or other engineering documents prior to beginning any electrical project.
- Ordered necessary supplies and parts required for completion of electrical jobs.
- Identified and corrected electrical malfunctions in industrial equipment.
Apprentice Electrician
KJM Electric Works
Canoga Park, CA
04.2007 - 01.2013
- Installed lighting fixtures such as fluorescent bulbs or LED lights.
- Performed general maintenance on electrical systems including replacing worn parts and repairing faulty wiring.
- Replaced defective switches, receptacles and lighting fixtures as needed.
- Installed conduit supports, junction boxes, pull boxes and other related devices in accordance with codes.
- Assisted in the installation of electrical wiring, conduits and fixtures in accordance with local codes.
Education
Electrical Program Certificate - Journeyman Electrician
Intercoast Electrical Trade School
Burbank, CA11-2009
High School Diploma -
North Hollywood High School
North Hollywood, CA06-2004
Skills
- Electrical maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Wiring techniques
- Motor controls
- Low-voltage systems
- High-voltage installation
Certification
- California Journeymen Certification (in process)
Timeline
Interior Electrician
412 CE
06.2023 - Current
Electrical Foreman
Ricks Electric Company
02.2013 - 06.2023
Apprentice Electrician
KJM Electric Works
04.2007 - 01.2013
Electrical Program Certificate - Journeyman Electrician
Intercoast Electrical Trade School
High School Diploma -
North Hollywood High School