Derek McCrary
Linwood,North Carolina
Summary
Skilled Electrical Helper with over four years of experience in electrical system installation and maintenance. Expertise in circuit testing and safety compliance supports efficient project execution. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities drive operational improvements and adherence to safety protocols. Ready to apply hands-on experience to ensure high-quality electrical installations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Helper
Tri_Electric
Salisbury, NC
09.2020 - Current
- Supported electricians in installing and maintaining electrical systems, contributing to operational efficiency.
- Organized tools and materials to streamline job site operations.
- Followed safety protocols to uphold secure working conditions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout the project duration.
- Assisted Electricians in installing and connecting wires, outlets, and fixtures.
- Tested electrical systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replaced defective switches, relays and other electronic components.
- Followed established safety rules while working with electricity.
- Installed conduit pipes for new wiring systems.
- Used ladders to reach high places for installations and repairs.
- Checked continuity of circuit using test instruments.
- Collected readings from meters such as current amperage or voltage levels.
- Operated hand tools such as drillers, grinders, saws, crimpers.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring, and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for worksite safety.
- Installed new electrical components, fixtures, and motors.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of the job.
- Ensured accuracy and customer satisfaction by meticulously checking completed work for compliance with standards.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Erected and broke down scaffolding, ladders and other support structures for installations.
- Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
- Set up equipment and configured settings for optimal performance.
- Followed relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Inspected and tested electrical systems to identify loose connections or faults, enabling proactive repairs.
- Excavated trenches for conduit installation and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
Electrical Helper
Salem Electric
Winston Salem, NC
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted electricians with installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
- Assisted Electricians in installing and connecting wires, outlets, and fixtures.
- Installed new electrical components, fixtures, and motors.
- Installed conduit pipes for new wiring systems.
- Performed maintenance on wiring systems and equipment.
- Tested electrical systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Checked continuity of circuit using test instruments.
- Collected readings from meters such as current amperage or voltage levels.
- Replaced defective switches, relays and other electronic components.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Operated hand tools such as drillers, grinders, saws, crimpers.
- Excavated trenches and drilled holes to facilitate conduit installation and support setup.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Organized tools and materials for efficient job site operations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas throughout projects.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment for various electrical tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Followed established safety rules while working with electricity.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for worksite safety.
- Set up equipment and configured settings for optimal performance.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy and customer satisfaction by thoroughly checking completed work.
- Erected and broke down scaffolding, ladders and other support structures for installations.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy and customer satisfaction by thoroughly checking completed work.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Davidson High School
Lexington, NC05-2000
Skills
- Electrical system installation
- Electrical installation
- Electrical repair
- Conduit installation
- Wiring maintenance
- Generator installation
- Circuit testing
- Electrical maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Hand and power tools
Timeline
Electrical Helper
Tri_Electric
09.2020 - Current
Electrical Helper
Salem Electric
05.2019 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
West Davidson High School