Chad Wickersham
Vista,CA
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking electrician with eight years of experience in underground, commercial, service, and residential applications. Constantly focused on developing electrical skills and advancing knowledge of the field. Possess valuable expertise in various areas. Organized and dependable, successfully manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and provides strong customer interface skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
MJC Electric
04.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Minimized downtime for businesses by quickly responding to emergency service calls and completing repairs efficiently.
- Collaborated with fellow electricians to complete complex projects on time and within budgetary constraints.
- Improved safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of electrical systems and ensuring compliance with local codes.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a well-organized work truck stocked with necessary tools and equipment for daily tasks.
- Reduced service call times by effectively troubleshooting and resolving electrical problems on the first visit.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
Lead Electrician
New Wave Electric
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
- Completed challenging assignments on time by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
Lead Electrician
Nationwide Electrical Contractors
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Ran service and TI work for Home Depots on the west coast and Hawaii
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices, and comply with protocols and store standards
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code
Apprentice Electrician
Baker Electric
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Performed as electrical apprentice on Rady’s Childrens Hospital TI, residential condos, and pre-fab shop.
- Proficient with OCAL rigid pipe and pipe threading machine.
- Able to run conduit and apply proper bends for the right applications
- Experienced with MC and Romex
- Skillful panel makeup with circuitry landed appropriately.
- Create light and receptacle layout within separate dwellings in residential and commercial applications.
- Vast knowledge of trade hardware and how to apply them in the field.
- Pre-fabricate jobs in timely manner to assist with field efficiency for install.
Apprentice Electrician
Sierra West Electric
04.2015 - 12.2019
- Served as electrical apprentice on commercial car dealerships and small business tenant improvement's.
- Thorough knowledge from underground, rough in for new construction, trim, and finish work.
- Read and interpreted sight plans, circuit diagrams, and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for building lighting systems.
- Proficient knowledge of EMT hand bending 1/2'' - 1 1/4''
- Installed and repaired lighting fixtures, electrical control and distribution equipment, including disconnects, transformers, panels, and switch gears.
- Ran troubleshooting and electrical diagnostics on equipment post-installation to ensure compatibility and safety of electrical systems.
- Followed direction of foreman or journeyman to complete tasks in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.
Inside Sales
Crest Beverage Llc.
02.2014 - 04.2015
- Maintained complete knowledge of all products, services and procedures.
- Assisted customers with product selection and customization requests.
- Proactively identified and located business leads on a daily basis.
- Contacted customers as soon as issues arose to immediately find resolution before problems escalated.
- Communicated regularly with territory, regional and strategic managers for daily support and strategic planning for accounts.
- Serviced accounts on a regular basis to propose new products or services and maximize revenue.
- Boosted sales numbers with proactive account servicing and diligent relationship-building.
- Managed over 100 customer accounts
Education
Electrical General Education
Western Electrical Contractor's Association
High School Diploma - General Education
Escondido Charter High School
San Marcos, CA2007
Skills
- Proficient in nLight, Vive, and Watt Stopper
- Low Voltage Systems Expertise
- High-Voltage Installations
- Skid-steer proficient
- Reach fork certified
- OSHA 10 certified
- CPR certified
- Proficient in RMC, EMT, and PVC conduit Installation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Customer relations
- Collaborative Team Player
Timeline
Electrician
MJC Electric
04.2024 - Current
Lead Electrician
New Wave Electric
02.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Electrician
Nationwide Electrical Contractors
05.2021 - 02.2023
Apprentice Electrician
Baker Electric
12.2019 - 05.2021
Apprentice Electrician
Sierra West Electric
04.2015 - 12.2019
Inside Sales
Crest Beverage Llc.
02.2014 - 04.2015
High School Diploma - General Education
Escondido Charter High School
Electrical General Education
Western Electrical Contractor's Association
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