Sam Redman
Quincy,WA
Summary
Skilled electrician with proven experience and readiness for role. Strong focus on electrical installations, maintenance, and repair, ensuring safety and compliance with codes. Excellent at collaborating within teams and adaptable to changing project needs. Known for reliability and delivering quality results.
Experienced with electrical installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Utilizes technical knowledge to ensure safe and compliant operations. Track record of effective problem-solving and collaboration to complete projects efficiently.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician
Absolute Choice Electric
2025.06 - Current
- Led team in troubleshooting complex electrical issues, enhancing overall project efficiency.
- Installed, repaired, and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with local and national electrical standards.
- Mentored apprentices on electrical codes, safety practices, and installation techniques.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Emt conduit bending experience including triple nickel.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects without delays.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal productivity during electrical tasks.
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing professional and courteous customer service while addressing their electrical needs.
Electrician
Pacific Electric
2024.08 - 2025.01
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
Electrician
Holm Electric
2024.02 - 2024.08
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Ensured safety and compliance with local electrical codes by meticulously inspecting and upgrading wiring systems in residential buildings.
Electrician
Helix Electric
2023.10 - 2024.02
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Bolstered safety standards, adhering strictly to company protocols and conducting regular safety audits.
- Complied with established safety procedures on ladder safety and first aid.
- Implemented and adhered to company lock out and tag requirements
Electrician
Columbia Valley Electric
2015.10 - 2023.03
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Visited client sites to confirm space and layout restrictions for equipment installations.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
Commercial Crab Fisherman
Rainier Investments
2015.01 - 2018.03
- Navigated fishing vessel using radar, sonar and global positioning instruments.
- Operated machinery to hoist captured fish onto boats.
- Troubleshot and repaired equipment and kept fishing vessels clean to maintain machinery in good working order.
- Sorted and cleaned fish and stored in refrigerated or ice-filled holds to prevent spoilage.
- Leveraged nets of various sizes, fishing lines and pots to catch fish/crab.
- Examined fish to check for defects or signs of ill health and released substandard catches back to water.
- Measured, sorted and stored catches, returning illegal or undesirable creatures back to water.
- Patrolled lines and nets to inspect settings and move or reset pots, long line gear.
- Maintained and repaired trapping equipment.
- Checked fish for size to meet ADFG regulations and tossed underweight or injured fish back in ocean.
- Kept nets, cables, ropes and other deck equipment properly stored to control wear and maintain crew safety.
- Performed basic repairs and common maintenance tasks during trips to keep equipment functional.
- Closely followed protocols for emergency situations, maintaining calmness and efficiency.
- Conducted daily inspections, completed basic maintenance and performed minor repairs to keep gear and equipment in optimal condition.
- Used manual methods or hoisting equipment to move supplies, nets, traps and catches to and from vessel.
- Monitored weather, crew and vessel conditions to make sound operational choices.
- Trained new crew members in critical skills such as knot tying, navigation, and safety procedures, raising overall team competency levels.
- Acquired proficiency in knot tying techniques essential for securing various types of loads while at sea or docked at port.
Commercial Crab Fisherman
Karin Lynn Fisheries
2008.06 - 2015.09
- Navigated fishing vessel using radar, sonar and global positioning instruments.
- Operated machinery to hoist captured fish onto boats.
- Troubleshot and repaired equipment and kept fishing vessels clean to maintain machinery in good working order.
- Kept nets, cables, ropes and other deck equipment properly stored to control wear and maintain crew safety.
- Performed basic repairs and common maintenance tasks during trips to keep equipment functional.
- Reduced carrying and storage load by processing field kills and removing and discarding unwanted parts.
- Operated and maintained crab pots to comply with ADFG standards.
- Closely followed protocols for emergency situations, maintaining calmness and efficiency.
- Conducted daily inspections, completed basic maintenance and performed minor repairs to keep gear and equipment in optimal condition.
- Cleaned equipment and facilities, paying close attention to operability and safety.
- Used manual methods or hoisting equipment to move supplies, nets, traps and catches to and from vessel.
- Acquired proficiency in knot tying techniques essential for securing various types of loads while at sea or docked at port.
- Demonstrated strong knot-tying skills for securing loads and handling lines safely during operations.
- Handled mooring lines during berthing operations by tying secure knots quickly efficiently minimizing risks associated with potential line failures.
- Demonstrated expertise in various types of knots, hitches, and bends to secure loads effectively during lifting operations.
- Operated navigational instruments to correctly steer vessel.
- Applied knowledge of areas and navigational skills to keep vessel on-target and bring in maximum returns.
- Stocked vessel with equipment for fishing, boating operations and effective emergency response.
- Maintained and repaired trapping equipment.
- Patrolled lines and nets to inspect settings and move or reset traps.
- Checked and emptied crab pots, checked catches for quality and stored according to size and type.
McDonald Building
General Laborer
2004.06 - 2012.09
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Operated heavy equipment such as backhoe, dump truck, mini excavator to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
Wildland Firefighter
U.S. Forest Service
2006.06 - 2008.06
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Upheld high-quality standards in tree felling services by maintaining a keen attention to detail and consistently following established industry best practices.
- Appraised trees for characteristics, such as twist, rot and heavy limb growth to control fall direction with least damage amount.
- Surveyed cutting areas for potentially unsafe surroundings and cleared out plants, machinery and shrubs presenting safety concerns.
- Sawed back-cuts to leave sufficient sound wood to control fall direction.
- Cut trees and placed felling wedges in strategic locations to achieve desired felling results.
- Inspected and repaired equipment such as wedges, machinery, lifts, saws and saw blades before and after use.
Education
No Degree - Business
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WAHigh School Diploma -
Entiat High School
Entiat, WA06.2006
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Electrical safety training
- Electrical safety procedures
- Written communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Underground Distribution
- Equipment Maintenance
- Managing and utilizing PPE
- Conduit bending
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Blueprint reading
- Circuit installation
- NEC code regulations
Certification
- Osha 10
- Osha 30
- Scissor lift cert.
- First aid
- Harassment Prevention
- WA-02 Electrical License
- Idaho Journeyman Electrical license
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician
Absolute Choice Electric
2025.06 - Current
Electrician
Pacific Electric
2024.08 - 2025.01
Electrician
Holm Electric
2024.02 - 2024.08
Electrician
Helix Electric
2023.10 - 2024.02
Electrician
Columbia Valley Electric
2015.10 - 2023.03
Commercial Crab Fisherman
Rainier Investments
2015.01 - 2018.03
Commercial Crab Fisherman
Karin Lynn Fisheries
2008.06 - 2015.09
Wildland Firefighter
U.S. Forest Service
2006.06 - 2008.06
McDonald Building
General Laborer
2004.06 - 2012.09
No Degree - Business
Whatcom Community College
High School Diploma -
Entiat High School