Wilhelm (Buddy) Zehnpfund
Lakewood
Summary
Resourceful Electrical Worker known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Specialize in circuitry design, electrical safety protocols, and troubleshooting complex systems. Excel in problem-solving, time management, and adaptability, ensuring smooth project execution and workplace safety.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical Worker
AAFES Exchange
Joint base Lewis McChord
06.2000 - Current
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in retail facilities.
- Troubleshot electrical issues to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with teams to implement safety protocols and standards.
- Performed routine repairs on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
- Operated and maintained tools and equipment for facility upkeep.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Documented maintenance tasks and repairs in facility management system.
- Repaired broken windows, doors, walls, roofs, and other building components.
- Painted interior and exterior surfaces of buildings using brushes or sprayers.
- Used ladders or scaffolding to access hard-to-reach areas during maintenance tasks.
- Operated power tools such as drills and saws to perform necessary repairs.
- Installed new plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, tubs, valves.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Loaded and unloaded products efficiently from trucks and storage areas.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within a busy warehouse environment.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Repaired and maintained various types of small engines and equipment efficiently.
- Diagnosed small engine issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Operated hand and power tools safely during repair processes.
- Performed regular preventative maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filter replacements.
- Kept workshop and bench area tidy and clean.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components in various home appliances.
- Replaced defective wiring and other parts.
- Inspected, tested, and repaired electrical components of appliances.
- Assembled various types of furniture using hand tools and power tools.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety compliance.
- Load and unload heavy furniture from trucks or containers onto dollies or carts.
- Followed OSHA requirements and identified areas for safety improvements.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA standards at all times.
- Assisted electricians with installation of wiring and electrical systems.
- Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.
- Pulled wires through conduit runs using fish tapes or pull strings when necessary.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring, and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Installed new electrical components, fixtures, and motors.
- Installed and maintained electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes or electrical conduit using power saws or cutting torches.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
- Installed ground fault circuit interrupter outlets per code requirements.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all work performed.
- Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes.
- Trained workers to install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and fixtures.
- Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment operation.
Education
Electrician
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA 01.2000 - 01.2001
GED
Lakewood, WASkills
- Electrical installation
- Circuit troubleshooting
- Safety protocol implementation
- Preventative maintenance
- Facility repairs
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Equipment installation
- Facility management
- Plumbing repairs
- Mechanical aptitude
- Painting
- Drywalling
- OSHA
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Electrical Worker
AAFES Exchange
06.2000 - Current
Electrician
Bates Technical College
01.2000 - 01.2001
GED