Joseph Nesman
Sacramento
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lighting Technician
Energy Star Lighting & Electric Inc.
Sacramento
05.2025 - Current
- Installed lighting systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Maintained and repaired electrical fixtures and wiring.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess lighting needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all projects.
- Operated tools such as voltmeters and circuit testers for installations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues for clients promptly.
- Coordinated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Tested and inspected lighting equipment before use and made necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Installed new lighting fixtures in existing systems or built custom rigs from scratch.
Senior Sales Associate
Distributor Training Center
Stockton
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted customers in selecting products and understanding features.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance sales strategies and outreach efforts.
- Mentored new associates on sales techniques and customer service standards.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on product knowledge and sales tools.
- Operated point of sale equipment and returned cash, coin, payment cards and receipts to clients.
- Negotiated prices with customers, sustaining credibility of products to reach satisfactory agreements.
- Produced and develop new leads through techniques such as cold calling.
Sales Representative Team Leader
A & N Quality Distribution
Sacramento
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Coached junior staff members on best practices in sales techniques and closing deals.
- Identified key decision makers within target accounts for strategic sales outreach efforts.
- Managed customer relationships through regular contact via email and phone calls.
- Tracked competitor activity by studying their prices, promotions, products, advertising campaigns.
- Reviewed monthly sales numbers against goals set by management team and took corrective actions when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities, including customer contacts, follow-ups, and purchases.
- Conducted product demonstrations to potential customers while highlighting features and benefits of products or services offered.
- Conducted regular training sessions on new products, customer service standards and sales techniques.
- Developed and implemented successful strategies to increase team performance, resulting in a 20% growth in sales.
- Assisted with onboarding of new staff members, ensuring they received appropriate training and support.
- Maintained accurate records of customer purchases to facilitate future marketing efforts.
- Motivated the sales team by setting challenging goals, providing guidance and recognizing achievements.
- Monitored daily activities of sales representatives to ensure targets were met or exceeded.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding safety regulations, product quality standards and ethical practices.
Sales Representative
Cleaning Solutions Inc
Sacramento
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with clients to enhance customer loyalty.
- Presented product features and benefits to drive sales growth.
- Provided exceptional customer service to resolve client inquiries promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to strategize promotional campaigns.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
- Participated in trade shows to showcase products and network with potential clients.
Lighting Technician
Energy Star Lighting Electric Inc
Sacramento
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Organized monthly meetings to review progress against objectives set out at the beginning of each quarter.
- Provided feedback on individual performance to encourage professional development within the team.
- Compiled reports detailing weekly and monthly performance metrics for senior management review.
- Managed budget allocations efficiently while maximizing resources available for maximum return on investment.
- Analyzed customer data to identify potential sales opportunities.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Trained new employees on company policies and strong sales techniques.
- Provided product information to customers and aligned products with customer needs to boost satisfaction.
- Arranged in-person meetings and visited with clients to improve success of sales pitches.
- Responded promptly to customer queries to increase overall satisfaction.
- Used knowledge of company products and services to recommend solutions to customers.
- Generated leads and located opportunities for market expansion and business growth.
- Cold called potential customers to generate leads.
- Communicated product features, advantages, and benefits to customers.
- Utilized persuasive communication techniques to close deals quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships and networks within designated sales territory.
- Adapted to and remained flexible in changing, fast-paced work environment.
- Worked with management teams to develop annual sales plans, goals, and targets.
- Negotiated contracts and prices with clients to exceed sales goals.
- Generated leads and maintained lists of prospective customers.
- Provided technical assistance to customers in order to resolve issues promptly.
- Attended scheduled training sessions and department meetings to build expertise.
- Handled client deposits and transactions and updated billing information in company databases.
- Trained sales team members on company procedures and standards.
- Attended scheduled training sessions, department meetings, and company events to build expertise and promote company image.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry developments and changes in competitive landscape.
- Negotiated contract agreements with clients and suppliers to create mutually beneficial business relationships.
- Developed comprehensive proposals for prospective clients based on their needs.
- Monitored competitor activity and kept abreast of market conditions.
- Generated new leads through cold-calling, networking, and referrals.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when dealing with client inquiries.
- Used knowledge of company products and services to recommend solutions to customers.
- Highly skilled in interpreting technical drawings and diagrams for installation purposes.
- Installed electrical cables and wire fixtures.
- Followed safety protocols when working with high-voltage electricity sources associated with lighting systems.
Electrical Trainee
Butterfield Electric Inc
Woodland
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Tested lighting equipment function and desired lighting effects.
- Performed minor repairs and routine maintenance on lighting equipment, such as replacing lamps and damaged color filters.
- Proven track record of working quickly under pressure while adhering to safety standards.
- Efficiently operated various tools such as drills, saws, wrenches and screwdrivers when needed.
- Successfully installed, tested and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned how to read blueprints, schematic diagrams, and technical manuals in order to identify problems correctly.
- Followed strict safety protocols when working with high voltage electricity sources.
- Installed conduit, wiring, switches, outlets and other components for new construction projects.
- Connected electrical wiring to outlets, switches and fixtures.
- Assisted electrician with repairing or installing wire and electrical cable systems, conduit systems, and other wire raceway systems.
- Replaced fuses, light switches and other electrical components.
- Performed electrical installations of multifamily and commercial units.
- Liaised with electrician to splice and terminate wires at junction points.
- Installed conduit and pulled wires to complete circuits between boxes.
- Replaced wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Evaluated and repaired electrical wiring and fixtures.
- Tested and troubleshot equipment to diagnose and correct malfunctions.
- Inspected existing electrical systems for potential hazards or code violations.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of the NEC Code to complete job tasks safely and efficiently.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills by diagnosing complex electrical issues quickly and accurately.
- Assisted lead electricians in completing large scale projects within tight deadlines.
Electrical Trainee
Barnum & Celillo Electric Inc
Sacramento
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Replaced wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Tested and troubleshot equipment to diagnose and correct malfunctions.
- Evaluated and repaired electrical wiring and fixtures.
- Maintained current electrician's license and identification card to meet governmental regulations.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all installations to ensure compliance with standards.
- Inspected existing electrical systems for potential hazards or code violations.
- Installed conduit, wiring, switches, outlets and other components for new construction projects.
- Efficiently operated various tools such as drills, saws, wrenches and screwdrivers when needed.
- Assisted lead electricians in completing large scale projects within tight deadlines.
- Troubleshot and repaired complex electrical circuits using test equipment and schematics.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of the NEC Code to complete job tasks safely and efficiently.
- Successfully installed, tested and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Connected electrical wiring to outlets, switches and fixtures.
- Assisted electrician with repairing or installing wire and electrical cable systems, conduit systems, and other wire raceway systems.
- Provided support to electricians and other trades in the electrical field.
- Conducted electrical repairs and maintenance in residential and commercial settings.
- Installed conduit and pulled wires to complete circuits between boxes.
Electrical Trainee
All-Bright Electric Company Inc
Elk Grove
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in installation of electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Supported troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues under senior electricians' guidance.
- Installed, maintained, and tested electrical systems.
- Constructed panel boards and installed conduit piping systems.
Electrical Trainee
Barnum & Celillo Electric Inc
Sacramento
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Supported troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues under senior electricians' guidance.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations at job sites.
- Constructed panel boards and installed conduit piping systems.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring, and adjusted breaker boxes.
Education
Electrical Training Course - Electrical
Intercoast Colleges
Rancho CordovaSkills
- Management
- Product knowledge
- Sales presentations
- Negotiation expertise
- Wiring installation
- Conduit bending
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical maintenance
- Circuit analysis
- Electrical installations
- Wiring diagrams and plans
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Willingness to learn
- Troubleshooting skills
Certification
- ET Card
- Scissor & Boom Lift Operator
Timeline
Lighting Technician
Energy Star Lighting & Electric Inc.
05.2025 - Current
Senior Sales Associate
Distributor Training Center
01.2025 - 05.2025
Sales Representative Team Leader
A & N Quality Distribution
02.2021 - 07.2022
Sales Representative
Cleaning Solutions Inc
03.2020 - 01.2021
Lighting Technician
Energy Star Lighting Electric Inc
09.2019 - 10.2020
Electrical Trainee
Butterfield Electric Inc
05.2019 - 08.2019
Electrical Trainee
Barnum & Celillo Electric Inc
03.2018 - 04.2019
Electrical Trainee
All-Bright Electric Company Inc
08.2017 - 12.2017
Electrical Trainee
Barnum & Celillo Electric Inc
03.2017 - 08.2017
Electrical Training Course - Electrical
Intercoast Colleges