Joseph Gutierrez
Bakersfield
Summary
Accomplished electrician with extensive experience at Twin Electric, specializing in high voltage systems and energy efficiency upgrades. Proven ability to diagnose complex electrical issues and implement preventive maintenance programs. Strong attention to detail and effective problem-solving skills ensure compliance with safety standards and timely project completion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Electrician
Twin Electric
Bakersfield
04.2025 - Current
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using testing equipment and tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on electrical equipment and systems to ensure optimal functionality.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working on high-voltage systems.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Identified problems with electrical systems by observing operation, listening for problems and using test equipment such as multi-meters.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Installed conduit and wiring for motor controls in commercial projects.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Upgraded lighting fixtures and outlets, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing operational costs.
- Created preventive maintenance programs for lighting systems, motors, and controls, improving reliability and performance.
- Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
- Provided technical support on various types of motor control circuits including VFDs.
- Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support.
- Assisted with the layout of large scale industrial plant projects.
Electrician
JTI Electrical
Bakersfield
02.2018 - 12.2025
- Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.
- Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.
- Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.
- Construct controllers and panels, using power drills, drill presses, taps, saws, and punches.
- Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.
- Install copper-clad ground rods, using a manual post driver.
- Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand tools.
- Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts, and reassemble equipment, using hand tools.
- Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Raise, lower, or position equipment, tools, and materials, using hoist, hand line, or block and tackle.
- String transmission lines or cables through ducts or conduits, under the ground, through equipment, or to towers.
- Solder electrical connections, using soldering iron.
- Bolt component parts together to form tower assemblies, using hand tools.
- Employed at Quantum Industries, performing various electrical tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using testing equipment and tools.
- Upgraded lighting fixtures and outlets for energy efficiency improvements.
- Trained junior electricians on installation techniques and safety practices.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Performed electrical utility services for industrial-based and new building projects.
- Worked on high voltage switchgear projects involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
- Developed preventive maintenance programs for lighting systems, motors and controls.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
Education
Certification of Electrician - Electrician
ABC
Bakersfield, CA06-2023
Skills
- Electrical installations
- Industrial electrician
- High voltage systems
- Panel installation
- Fixture installation
- Circuit diagnostics
- Troubleshooting systems
- Control systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Diagnostic testing
- Circuit testing
- Circuit breaker installation
- Conduit installation
- Conduit bending
- Underground wiring
- Junction box assembly
- Equipment testing
- Cable installation
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Wiring diagrams
- Project planning
- Electrical panel upgrades
Certification
MSHA
Timeline
Electrician
Twin Electric
04.2025 - Current
Electrician
JTI Electrical
02.2018 - 12.2025
Certification of Electrician - Electrician
ABC