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Travis Warke
Hamburg,PA
Work Preference
Summary
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Electrical General Foreman with over 20 years of experience specializing in hospital, institutional, and commercial electrical construction. Proven leader of crews up to 13 electricians on complex, live‑environment projects including operating rooms, imaging suites, laboratories, fire alarm systems, emergency power, and UPS installations. Highly skilled in safety leadership, coordination across trades, and executing high‑risk electrical work without disruption to critical operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Electrician
Westside Hammer Electric
Bethlehem, PA
07.2009 - Current
- Just Born Peeps Store Sands casino Bethlehem
- LVPG pediatric Building renovation center valley parkway
- The Pidcock Company office headquarters Fish Hatchery rd
- PPL lobby renovation
- PB&T Bank Freemansburg Ave
- Saucon Valley Country club field house renovation
- Apollo metals multiple jobs- busbar and rectifier modifications to line 19
- LVPG Pediatrics West Broad Bethlehem 3-story MOB Fit out
- Fl Shmith Lutron Lightiing upgrade renovation - Shoenersville road
- Lutron testing center
- St. Mary’s catherdral New service and geothermal heat pumps Honey Brook
- PBS Bethlehem various office fit out and service work
- Kutztown university Alumni plaza Dmx color changing Lighting upgrade
- Kutztown University Chick fil-a compact kitchen at student union center
- Kutztown University Bathroom renovation
- At Luke’s Allentown 5th floor shell space st Luke’s Allentown - 32 patient bedrooms fit out
- St Luke’s Fountain hill 3rd floor pediatric unit Bethlehem fountain hill
- St Luke’s Foubtain hill Nurse call system 5th floor
- St Luke’s Fountain hill Dr pavilion MOB Generator replacement
- St Luke’s Fountain hill 6th floor fire alarm system - active floor
- St Luke’s fountain hill Cath lab room 4 st Luke’s
- St Luke’s fountain hill Kitchen renovation fountain hill
- ATS 24 OR 400amp emergency panel
- St Luke’s Foubtain hill OR 16 lim Reno
- St Luke’s Foubtain hill Lab conversion st Luke’s fountain hill Siemens to Beckmann colter
- St Luke’s Foubtain hill Siemens byplane imagining room fountain hill
- St Luke’s Foubtain hill 3rd floor CCU room fountain hill
- St Luke’s Foubtain hill Coax building HVAC cassette install
- VentureX tenant fit out office space 1-2floors benner building
- Guardian office fit out Penn cap property management
- Lehigh university Building D /central heating . Feeder replacement
- Phoebe elevator power unit install and renovation
- FL Schmidt load bank install
- Fl Schmidt Power unit and elevator upgrade
- Kutztown University Rickenbach research and learning Social media lab
- Cedar Crest College Diversity and Equity building renovations
- St Luke’s Carbon Collaboration at Worth mechanical pre fab shop headwall - 5 prototype
- Sharp macungie clean room addition
- Sharp main building various alterations and renovations
- St Luke’s Fountain hill abater install / room configuration
- Brown daub Star car fiat new construction building
- Geodis logistics/just born logistical center lighting upgrade
Electrical Journeyman
ACS Electric
Northampton, PA
05.2007 - 08.2009
- Assisted in the training of apprentice electricians, providing guidance on best practices in the field while promoting a strong work ethic.
- Collaborated with other electricians to complete large-scale projects on time and within budget.
- Skillfully executed complex electrical tasks such as panel installations, circuit upgrades, and transformer replacements.
- Fostered long-lasting relationships with clients through exceptional service quality, timely project completion, and unwavering commitment to their satisfaction.
- Developed a reputation for excellence in emergency services by quickly responding to urgent calls related to electrical failures or power outages.
- Completed installations of new electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings, ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
Apprentice Electrician/
Acs Electric
Northampton, PA
08.2002 - 08.2007
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various commercial and residential projects by providing reliable support to journeyman electricians.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Installed conduit systems effectively for better wire protection, contributing to overall system longevity and reliability.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Participated in after-hours emergency services, demonstrating dedication to customer satisfaction and prompt issue resolution.
- Collaborated closely with other trades on construction sites, fostering a positive working environment for efficient project completion.
- Supported timely project completions through effective time management skills, prioritizing tasks according to deadlines set forth by supervisors.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Installed energy-efficient lighting solutions to help clients save on utility costs and promote environmental sustainability.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
Education
Journeyman Wireman - Electrical Equipment Installation / Inside Wireman
Apprentice Inside Wireman Local 375
Allentown, PA06.2007
High School Diploma - College Preparatory
Allentown Central Catholic
Allentown, PA06.2001
Skills
- Electrical Code Knowledge
- Construction safety
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical testing
- Supervisory skills
- Power Distribution
- Scheduling Coordination
- Project Management
- Fire alarm systems
- Generator Installation
- Lighting Design
- Underground Wiring
- Wiring installation
- Works well in team environment
- Wiring diagrams
- Electrical experience
- Commercial and residential projects
- Electrical Repairs
- Voltmeter use
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Lighting Systems
- Field installation
- Control circuit troubleshooting
- Safety Management
- Branch circuit wiring
- Sub-panel installation
- Safety procedures and regulations
- Client Relations
- Understanding of client business requirements
- Wiring Termination Requirements
- Valid State driver's license
- Pipe installation expertise
- Fixture Installation
- New Construction
- Staff Management
- Job Planning
- Scheduling
- AC/DC control circuitry
- Test equipment operation
- Electrical component repair
- Strong customer focus
- Blueprint fluency
- Exceptionally detail-oriented
- Commercial construction experience
- Diagram interpretation
- Project Coordination
- Construction management
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Security Systems
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Worker Supervision
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Foreman Electrician
Westside Hammer Electric
07.2009 - Current
Electrical Journeyman
ACS Electric
05.2007 - 08.2009
Apprentice Electrician/
Acs Electric
08.2002 - 08.2007
High School Diploma - College Preparatory
Allentown Central Catholic
Journeyman Wireman - Electrical Equipment Installation / Inside Wireman
Apprentice Inside Wireman Local 375