Electrical Apprentice
Builders electric
Sioux Falls, SD
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Tested electrical systems to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Repaired faulty or damaged components on existing electrical systems.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical documents for installation of new systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance procedures on electrical systems.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
- Assisted in the planning of new installations by studying customer requirements and following approved specifications.
- Installed conduit systems including EMT, rigid conduit, flexible conduit.
- Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.
- Ran cable trays for power distribution from main panels to branch circuits.
- Connected cables from service entrance to meters and main distribution panel boards.
- Identified problems with circuits or equipment using testing devices such as multimeters or oscilloscopes.
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes or electrical conduit using power saws or cutting torches.
- Installed ground fault circuit interrupter outlets per code requirements.
- Inspected transformers and circuit breakers to identify any potential issues before they become major problems.
- Assembled junction boxes according to code requirements.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
- Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified professionals.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Followed relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
- Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Collaborated with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations.
- Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning wiring using test equipment to locate faults.
- Dismantled electrical components using hand tools to disconnect and restore wiring connections.
- Inspected electrical components to identify hazards, defects, or potential repairs in compliance with codes.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
- Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
- Fabricated parts according to specifications using hand and power tools.
- Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment operation.
