Richard Mehlum
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled Electrical Foreman with extensive experience supervising residential electrical crews on multi-family projects. Led daily operations with builders and inspectors to ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety regulations. Expert in blueprint reading and wiring layouts, with a focus on training apprentices in safety and installation techniques. Managed material procurement and organized job sites to enhance project efficiency and meet deadlines.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Forman
Ies Residential
Houston, Texas
10.2016 - Current
- Supervised residential electrical crews for IES Residential job sites mainly multi-family 3-18 stories
- Coordinated daily work with builders, inspectors, and project managers.
- Read blueprints and directed wiring layouts for home installations.
- Planned daily work schedules and arranged materials for field installations.
- Reviewed blueprints and service plans for accurate electrical layout.
- Trained apprentices on wiring, conduit, and safety procedures.
- Inspected rough-in and trim work for code compliance.
- Communicated with builders, inspectors, and homeowners about job progress.
- Directed troubleshooting for service calls and system repairs.
- Enforced safety standards across residential electrical installations.
- Provided leadership to a team of electricians, fostering collaboration and accountability. of electricians to ensure quality workmanship, safety, and adherence to project timelines.
- Followed electrical code manuals to install and repair electrical systems.
- Scheduled and coordinated the installation of electrical systems for new construction projects.
- Ensured that all personnel onsite adhered to OSHA requirements regarding workplace safety.
- Ordered necessary supplies and parts required for completion of electrical jobs.
- Maintained records of materials used, labor hours worked, and progress reports on projects.
- Tested electrical equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
- Performed with efficiency and quality while installing and repairing electrical projects.
- Analyzed blueprints, drawings, plans, sketches, or other engineering documents prior to beginning any electrical project.
- Supervised job site operations to maintain consistent safety and hazard-free work area.
- Identified and corrected electrical malfunctions in industrial equipment.
- Communicated with clients about project deadlines, scope, and potential challenges to ensure clarity and alignment.
- Trained apprentices on the proper use of tools, techniques, safety procedures, and blueprint reading.
- Monitored job sites daily to ensure that all work was performed according to specifications and safely.
- Conducted regular meetings with employees to discuss any issues or problems related to their job duties.
- Promoted safety and work site awareness by identifying and removing potential hazards and effectively training team members in safety protocols.
- Evaluated job requirements based on client needs and provided estimates of labor and supply costs.
- Implemented cost-saving measures while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Recommended improvements or modifications based on customer feedback or industry trends.
- Functioned as crew leader, overseeing work of lower-level licensed electricians and trade helpers.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner by troubleshooting potential causes of malfunctioning equipment.
- Provided empowering leadership to ensure positive production outcomes and consistent team morale.
- Updated and edited all drawings with design changes requested by client.
- Reviewed timesheets submitted by electricians for accuracy before submitting them for payment processing.
- Obtained proper permits to carry out electrical work on facility and construction projects.
- Reviewed and monitored cost and man-hour budgets for installation processes to optimize resource allocation and project planning.
- Developed improved training protocols in alignment with company goals.
- Monitored compliance with local and state codes and job specifications to deliver superior quality.
- Took ownership of electrical crew schedule, developing short- and long-term look ahead schedules to align with execution plans.
- Detected needed repairs on buildings, grounds and equipment following established inspection procedures.
- Provided technical guidance to electricians regarding complex wiring diagrams or schematics.
- Inspected installations and repairs to ensure conformance with local building codes and standards.
- Resolved production challenge including supply shortages and inclement weather delays.
- Assisted in the design process by providing input on the most efficient methods for completing an electrical job.
- Meticulously tested installations to check continuity of circuits and compatibility and safety of components using test equipment such as ohmmeter, amp meter, voltmeter and oscilloscope.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Trained and monitored employees to enhance task performance and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Developed work crew schedules to ensure efficient workflow and timely project completion. and delegated assignments.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
- Facilitated progress of the production team through effective task management and communication. forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Monitored equipment operation during the extraction process to detect problems.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Adjusted equipment to prepare for excavating and boring geological materials.
- Set up and took down a drilling rig and equipment.
Electrical Forman / leadman
TAG Electric
Houston, Texas
10.2009 - 10.2016
- Directed TAG Electric crews through commercial and electrical installations
- Supervised conduit, wiring, and panel installation across active job sites
- Inspected electrical work for code compliance and company standards
- Coordinated daily work schedules for TAG Electric field operations
- Managed material deliveries, equipment needs, and job site organization
- Communicated with project managers, contractors, and clients on site progress
- Trained apprentices on safe tool use and proper work practices
Licensed Electrical Journeyman
Kenmore Electric
Houston, TX
10.2004 - 10.2009
- Installed wiring, conduits, and panels on Kenmore Electric commercial projects.
- Installed circuit breakers, outlets, switches, and other components in accordance with safety regulations.
- Troubleshot electrical faults and repaired circuits for Kenmore Electric service calls.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning electrical components by testing circuits with voltage meters.
- Facilitated installation of electrical devices to enhance functionality in commercial projects.
- Read blueprints and schematics to plan safe electrical installations.
- Connected switches, outlets, fixtures, and control devices.
- Inspected work for code compliance and jobsite safety.
- Coordinated with contractors and customers on Kenmore Electric project schedules.
- Replaced faulty components such as fuses, circuit breakers, relays, transformers.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding troubleshooting procedures or product information.
Electrical shop Forman/general field Mgr
BLAZER ELECTRIC AND satellite
Henderson, Texas
08.1998 - 10.2004
- Supervised electrical and satellite service crews for daily shop operations.
- Assigned work orders and prioritized repair schedules for technicians.
- Inspected tools, parts, and equipment before field deployment.
- Trained technicians on wiring, mounting, and service procedures.
- Coordinated shop inventory for electrical and satellite components.
- Enforced safety practices during shop and jobsite activities.
- Reviewed completed work for quality, accuracy, and code compliance.
- Communicated with customers and field staff on service needs.
- Trained and mentored employees in procedures and performance improvement strategies.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
- Reported any issues or concerns with machines or personnel directly to upper management.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner to maintain positive work relationships.
- Procured parts for repair jobs from suppliers or vendors.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machines used in the shop.
- Conferred with management to coordinate work activities or identify needed resources.
Licensed Electrical Journeyman
Summit Electrical Construction
Henderson, TX
05.1992 - 10.1998
- Installed wiring, conduits, and panels on Summit Electric commercial projects.
- Troubleshot electrical faults and repaired circuits for summit Electric service calls.
- Read blueprints and schematics to plan safe electrical installations.
- Inspected work for code compliance and jobsite safety.
- Connected switches, outlets, fixtures, and control devices.
- Mentored apprentices on tools, wiring methods, and safe work practices.
- Coordinated with contractors and customers on Kenmore Electric project schedules.
- Installed wiring, conduits, and panels on Kenmore Electric commercial projects.
- Troubleshot electrical faults and repaired circuits for Kenmore Electric service calls.
- Tested voltage, continuity, and grounding with electrical meters.
Apprentice Electrician
Professional power
Houston, Texas
10.1989 - 10.1992
- Assisted with commercial power installation and repair for Professional Power projects.
- Ran conduit, pull wire, and mounted electrical components on job sites.
- Read blueprints and follow wiring layouts for Professional Power crews.
- Used hand tools and power tools for electrical assembly and service work.
- Supported troubleshooting of lighting, panels, outlets, and equipment systems.
- Maintained clean work areas and organized materials for daily field tasks.
- Measured, cut and bent wire and conduit using hand tools and power tools.
Flight deck crash and salvage
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Jacksonville, Florida
03.1984 - 10.1988
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Multiple Electrical Credit Classes - Electrical Code Classes
San Jacinto Central Campus
Houston, TX 10.1989 - 10.1992
Spring Woods High School
Houston, TXGED
Houston, TXSkills
Skilled Electrical Foreman with extensive experience supervising residential electrical crews on multi-family projects Led daily operations with builders and inspectors to ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety regulations Expert in blueprint reading and wiring layouts, with a focus on training apprentices in safety and installation techniques Managed material procurement and organized job sites to enhance project efficiency and meet deadlines
Skilled Electrical Foreman with extensive experience supervising residential electrical crews on multi-family projects Led daily operations with builders and inspectors to ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety regulations Expert in blueprint reading and wiring layouts, with a focus on training apprentices in safety and installation techniques Managed material procurement and organized job sites to enhance project efficiency and meet deadlines
Timeline
Electrical Forman
Ies Residential
10.2016 - Current
Electrical Forman / leadman
TAG Electric
10.2009 - 10.2016
Licensed Electrical Journeyman
Kenmore Electric
10.2004 - 10.2009
Electrical shop Forman/general field Mgr
BLAZER ELECTRIC AND satellite
08.1998 - 10.2004
Licensed Electrical Journeyman
Summit Electrical Construction
05.1992 - 10.1998
Apprentice Electrician
Professional power
10.1989 - 10.1992
Multiple Electrical Credit Classes - Electrical Code Classes
San Jacinto Central Campus
10.1989 - 10.1992
Flight deck crash and salvage
U.S. Navy Active Duty
03.1984 - 10.1988
Spring Woods High School
GED