WILLIE L. JONES
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced electrical professional with 13 years in apprenticeship, focusing on blueprint analysis and circuit troubleshooting across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Proven leadership abilities in managing teams to meet project objectives efficiently. Strong communication and problem-solving skills enhance service delivery and project outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Apprentice
Arena
Los Angeles, California
04.2023 - Current
- Installed and maintained electrical wiring and equipment per local codes and regulations.
- Tested electrical systems to verify functionality and safety standards.
- Repaired faulty components in existing electrical systems to enhance reliability.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical documents for new system installations.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, and outlets as required.
- Assisted in planning new installations by analyzing customer specifications.
- Installed conduit systems including EMT, rigid, and flexible conduits.
- Identified circuit problems using testing devices such as multimeters.
CEO's Assistant
Electrical Works Etc
Los Angeles, California
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Scheduled and attended Zoom meetings to implement electrical bidding and marking software.
- Conducted searches on Blue Book Network for leads on small to mid-sized commercial construction projects, ranging from 1,000 to 17,000 square feet.
- Reviewed and analyzed plans, specifications, proposals, and associated documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors to finalize accurate estimates.
- Developed quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems or manual calculations.
Electrical Apprentice
Rogers Electric
Irvine, California
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Interpreted blueprints to guide installation of electrical systems and equipment.
- Installed receptacles, fixtures, transformers, service disconnects, and electrical panels.
- Excavated trenches for PVC and underground circuits to ensure proper installation.
- Installed conduit and electrical raceways in compliance with NEC code specifications.
- Color-coded and labeled wiring for systematic identification and maintenance.
- Executed lockout/tagout procedures to maintain safety during electrical work.
- Tested system amperage, voltage, and resistance for operational integrity.
- Troubleshot live systems operating at 120 to 277 volts AC for optimal performance.
Electrical Apprentice
OUTSOURCE
El Segundo, California
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Interpreted blueprints to execute precise electrical system installations.
- Installed new electrical systems following specifications and safety regulations.
- Maintained organized work environments to promote job site efficiency and safety.
- Utilized hand tools, including wire strippers and cutters, to prepare wires for connections.
- Pulled wires through conduit using fish tapes or pull strings as needed.
- Assisted experienced electricians in installation tasks, enhancing skill development.
- Added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes to meet project requirements.
Electrical Apprentice
Rogers Electric
Irvine, California
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Reviewed blueprints to determine installation requirements.
- Installed receptacles, fixtures, transformers, service disconnects, electrical panels, and other equipment.
- Dug trenches for PVC and underground circuits.
- Installed conduit and electrical raceways.
- Ran various gauge wires per NEC code specifications.
- Color-coded and labeled wiring for each system.
- Locked out and tagged out circuits to ensure safety.
- Tested system amps, voltage, and ohms for performance evaluation.
Maintenance Electrician
Sola Rentals
Los Angeles, California
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Troubleshot and tested faulty circuits within multi-family units.
- Sized remodel units per N.E.C. using Ohm's law and load calculations.
- Upgrade electrical panels while ensuring professionalism in occupied homes.
- Balanced and split electrical loads to enhance efficiency of circuits.
- Corrected work orders issued by City of Los Angeles and DWP.
- Scheduled and coordinated inspections with city inspectors and DWP.
- Delivered load calculations, line diagrams, and plot diagrams to DWP.
- Created material lists for projects while optimizing budget and minimizing expenses.
Electrical Apprentice
Portermatt Electric, Inc.
Huntington Beach, CA
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Installed and connected various types of light fixtures, switches, receptacles, smoke detectors and within a commercial environment
- Measure, cut, and bent wire, as well as conduit
- Located and repaired short circuits in wiring
- Read and followed electrical and mechanic schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.
- Operated fork and scissor lifts in and outside of commercial buildings all while ensuring the safety of others around me
Electrical Apprentice
VSS Electric
Corona, CA
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Read spread sheets and daily assiments given
- Go through an assortment of inventory that includes fixture ballast, metal halide lamps, high pressure sodium lamps, CFL's, and other items needed to service commercial properties
- Maneuver through shopping centers while avoiding pedestrians and the damaging of any personal properties of others that can be caused while operating utility truck
- Change all lamp outages, and replace ballast with voltages ranging from 120V to 480V
- Take account all services made on each commercial building
- Report any issues along with pictures taken to inform the management division of each commercial property
Automotive Sales
InlandEmpire Autos Direct
San Bernardino, CA
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Market Analysis
- Attend auction weekly to inspect and determine functional condition of a selection of vehicles using OBD2 scan tools and basic knowledge
- Research trouble codes and market value to determine risk factor for each vehicle selected
- Bid against a large number of competitors while staying below profit margin
- Advertise automobiles via internet
- Negotiate pricing and purchase appraisal with cliental and potential buyers
- Document and file each transaction and agreement for insurance purposes
Electrical Apprentice
SubSurface Electric
Riverside, CA
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Locate faulty circuits using ground fault locators & multi electrical meters
- Service electrical circuits with volts ranging from 120V to 480V A/C
- Perform maintenance on transformers and mobile home pedestals
- Trench at depths and codes regulated by NFPA 70: National Electrical Code Book
- Run various types of conduit ranging from EMT,PVC,IMC,FMC, and GRC
- Pull wires ranging from 14 AWG to 1/0 AWG
- Mantle and dismantle service pedestals along with making connections and terminations
Installer
DRH Electrical & Solar
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Attend morning meetings to recive assignments and weekly updates
- Take order from lead and load comany truck accordingly
- Safely operate company truck to residential job site while being accompanied by crew members
- Inform customer of procedures, and request any accomadations if needed
- Sketch solar array according to measurements on blueprints and fire safey regulations
- Install solar feet, railing, optimizers, inverters and other solar componets
- Run electrical circuits leading from main electrical panel to solar array
Installer
Sun Pro Solar
Wildomar, CA
12.2015 - 03.2016
- Select material incordinance to engineering and blueprints designed for each project
- Pry shingles and conceal any punctures that'll cause leakage or internal damage to homeowners property
- Install mounting brackets and metallic railing onto rooftops and other locations
- Wire newley installed equipment into edison power grid
Co-Lead Installer
Solar Service Center
Corona, CA
01.2015 - 11.2015
- Read blueprint and discuss project with crew members to insure proper knowlegde of whats needed and expected for the days project
- Inspect trucks inventory
- Guide and assist crew members in instllation of solar modules and mounts
- Communicate with homeowners to inform completion
- Take account all items and material used apon completion
- Report to supervior to disscus the outcome of each job and examine photos along with paperwork to guarantee quality work
- Schedule and attend inspections with city inspectors
Education
Certificate - Forex Trading/Brokerage
Profit Coder
2017
State Certified and NationallyAccredited. Electrical Trainee T# 33618 OSHA Certified # 31-701312126 - Electrical
Intercoast College
2013
Skills
- Conduit bending
- Wire color coding
- Conduit fill calculation
- Conductor sizing
- Blueprint analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Lockout/tagout
Timeline
Electrical Apprentice
Arena
04.2023 - Current
CEO's Assistant
Electrical Works Etc
04.2023 - 10.2023
Electrical Apprentice
Rogers Electric
08.2021 - 02.2023
Electrical Apprentice
OUTSOURCE
03.2020 - 08.2021
Electrical Apprentice
Rogers Electric
04.2018 - 11.2019
Maintenance Electrician
Sola Rentals
01.2018 - 04.2018
Electrical Apprentice
Portermatt Electric, Inc.
07.2017 - 12.2017
Electrical Apprentice
VSS Electric
02.2017 - 07.2017
Automotive Sales
InlandEmpire Autos Direct
12.2016 - 05.2017
Electrical Apprentice
SubSurface Electric
08.2016 - 12.2016
Installer
DRH Electrical & Solar
05.2016 - 08.2016
Installer
Sun Pro Solar
12.2015 - 03.2016
Co-Lead Installer
Solar Service Center
01.2015 - 11.2015
Certificate - Forex Trading/Brokerage
Profit Coder
State Certified and NationallyAccredited. Electrical Trainee T# 33618 OSHA Certified # 31-701312126 - Electrical
Intercoast College