Foreman Electrician
Faith Enterprises Inc.
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2017 - Current
- Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Checked safety credentials and licenses for electrical crew members to comply with corporate rules.
- Adhered to US Occupational Health and Safety Administration mandates requiring use of gloves and insulating blankets for installation of high-voltage equipment.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using circuit tracer testing devices.
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
- Use one shot benders and hand benders hand tools to install wires and electrical components during construction.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Analyzed blueprints to diagnose potential electrical hazards and carry out risk assessments prior to starting new jobs.
- Identified areas of potential state safety code violations and implemented revisions.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Conducted site visits to plan placement of equipment and interconnection to site's existing electrical system.
