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Ricky S. Ruud

Puyallup,WA

Summary

Results-driven professional with a strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Proven ability to manage electrical construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and enhancing project efficiency. Experienced in leading teams and adapting to new challenges, consistently meeting organizational goals. Committed to supporting dynamic teams and improving operational practices.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Foreman Electrician

Cannon Construction
Milton, Washington
01.2021 - 07.2025
  • Supervised electrical installations and maintenance for utility and military projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Coordinated material orders and schedules for $30M project, optimizing efficiency in high-pressure environments.
  • Executed electrical work in remote locations, including the Marshall Islands during 2021 COVID restrictions, while adhering to strict safety protocols.
  • Completed OSHA-compliant safety paperwork ahead of schedule and ensured project readiness through extended hours.

Electrician

SFW Electric
Chehalis, Washington
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Executed wiring, troubleshooting, and maintenance for Navy contracts and residential projects while adhering to safety standards and budget constraints.
  • Supported establishment of new electrical company, guaranteeing reliable services for public and private clients during COVID restrictions.

Electrician

Tradesmen International
Fife, Washington
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Install and maintain electrical systems for school renovations, industrial projects (Niagara Bottling plant), and warehouse build-outs, ensuring safety and functionality.
  • Complete restaurant projects, maintaining quality in fast-paced commercial settings.
  • Maintained and repaired lighting systems to ensure efficient operation and safety compliance.

Electrician

Vivid Electric
Chehalis, Washington
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Install electrical systems for hospital walk-in clinics and high-security military projects, adhering to confidentiality and safety protocols.
  • Complete site lighting for pathways and streets at military bases, enhancing accessibility and safety.
  • Trained junior electricians on safety procedures and installation techniques consistently.

Apprentice Electrician to Journeyman Electrician

Trig Electric
Seattle, WA
01.2003 - 01.2015
  • Complete apprenticeship and earn Journeyman Electrician license, leading installations for hospitals, hospice facilities, and Costco maintenance contracts.
  • Install specialized medical equipment (MRI, X-Ray, CT) for clinics, ensuring precision and compliance with safety standards.
  • Support commercial build-outs in Seattle, contributing to public-facing spaces like restaurants.

Education

Electrical Theory And Installation

CITC
Bellevue
07-2010

Skills

  • Electrical installation and maintenance
  • Project management
  • System troubleshooting
  • Safety compliance and training
  • Wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Quality assurance processes
  • Fire alarm system installation
  • Transformer and generator installation
  • Low-voltage systems expertise
  • Electrical controls and testing
  • Structured cabling solutions
  • HVAC system knowledge
  • Lighting design and systems
  • Electrical code compliance
  • Material ordering and inventory management
  • Circuit breaker installation and repair
  • Field installation expertise
  • Attention to detail in projects
  • Valid Washington driver's license holder
  • OSHA 10 certification

Certification

  • Journeyman Electrician License, Washington State, September 17, 2010
  • OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Safety Training
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • EM 385-1-1 8-Hour Fall Protection Training
  • Confined Space Entry Training
  • Lockout/Tagout Training
  • Competent Person Designation
  • Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Awareness Training
  • Anti-Terrorism Awareness Training

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Foreman Electrician

Cannon Construction
01.2021 - 07.2025

Electrician

SFW Electric
01.2019 - 01.2021

Electrician

Tradesmen International
01.2018 - 01.2019

Electrician

Vivid Electric
01.2015 - 01.2018

Apprentice Electrician to Journeyman Electrician

Trig Electric
01.2003 - 01.2015

Electrical Theory And Installation

CITC