William Callister
Bonners Ferry,ID
Summary
Seeking full time employment in the electrical trade. Currently lisenced as a journeyman electrician in Idaho. Over two years of experience in solar, grid-tie, hydro and wind power. Experience in battery banks, ground and pole mount residential solar arrays.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Electrician/ Foreman
Off Grid Unlimited
05.2024 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assisted in the development of company-wide best practices in electrical installation, safety procedures, and project management.
- Maintained detailed documentation of work completed for accurate record-keeping and future reference.
- Expedited troubleshooting processes for electrical issues, minimizing downtime and disruptions.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills in addressing complex wiring issues while maintaining high quality standards.
- Achieved on-time completion of projects through diligent scheduling, monitoring progress, and addressing potential delays.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by staying current on industry standards and codes.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Performed electrical installations and repair for residential and commercial projects.
- Evaluated job scope and determined necessary supplies, timelines, and projected expenses.
- Assisted in the design phase of various projects, providing input on optimal lighting layouts, power distribution plans, and equipment specifications.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
Electrical Apprentice
Westside Electrical Services
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained compliance with local building codes and regulations through careful adherence to industry best practices.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes by effectively diagnosing and repairing various electrical problems.
- Assisted in training apprentices within the company, sharing valuable skills and expertise while fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
Apprentice Electrician
North Circuit Electric
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
Apprentice Electrician
Boundary Electric Company
06.2021 - 10.2022
Education
Electrical Journeyman - Electrical Trade
North Idaho College
Coeur D'alene, ID06.2025
Electrician Technical Course - undefined
Ashworth College
01.2021
High School Graduate - undefined
Ocean-Dunes
01.2011
Skills
- Basic mechanical understanding and experience, sales, creating and reviewing customer quotes, computer and organizational skills, friendliness, integrity and dependability
- Electrical installation
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Problem resolution
- Customer service
- Lighting systems
- Battery systems
- Grounding systems
- Load calculations
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Conduit bending
- Wiring techniques
- Power distribution
- National electrical code
- PLC programming
- Electrical system design
- System troubleshooting
Timeline
Journeyman Electrician/ Foreman
Off Grid Unlimited
05.2024 - Current
Electrical Apprentice
Westside Electrical Services
03.2024 - Current
Apprentice Electrician
North Circuit Electric
10.2022 - 03.2024
Apprentice Electrician
Boundary Electric Company
06.2021 - 10.2022
Electrician Technical Course - undefined
Ashworth College
High School Graduate - undefined
Ocean-Dunes
Electrical Journeyman - Electrical Trade
North Idaho College
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