RICARDO TORRES CHIQUILLO
Charlotte,NC
Summary
With a proven track record at HardHat Workforce Solutions Inc., I excel in commercial and industrial construction and fire alarm systems, demonstrating a keen ability to enhance safety and efficiency. Skilled in blueprint reading and wiring repair, my hands-on experience and commitment to quality control have significantly improved project outcomes, showcasing my technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
HardHat Workforce Solutions Inc.
10.2022 - Current
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Prepared sketches and blueprints.
- Attached power cables to equipment such as electric range and motor.
- Repaired and replaced equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures.
- Tested circuit continuity to determine electrical compatibility and component safety.
- Inspected transformers and circuit breakers for malfunctions.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
Journeyman Electrician
Starr Electric Company
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
Electrician
ADAMS ELECTRIC CO
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
Electrician
HardHat Workforce Solutions Inc.
03.2005 - 06.2018
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rural School El Salvador
EL Salvador1995
Skills
- Commercial construction experience
- Fire alarm systems
- Lighting installation
- Safety verification
- High voltage termination
- Wiring repair
- Blueprint Reading
- Hand tool operation
- Load Calculations
- Electrical codes
- Motor operations
- Good Team Leader
Certification
OSHA 10
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
HardHat Workforce Solutions Inc.
10.2022 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
Starr Electric Company
08.2020 - 10.2022
Electrician
ADAMS ELECTRIC CO
06.2018 - 08.2020
Electrician
HardHat Workforce Solutions Inc.
03.2005 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Rural School El Salvador
OSHA 10
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