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Work History
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Miguel Colon

Pueblo West

Summary

Skilled Journeyman Electrician with comprehensive experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Familiar with ensuring work is in accordance with relevant codes. Strengths include problem-solving skills, manual dexterity, color vision, and customer service abilities. Have made significant contributions to previous roles by improving efficiency and safety through thorough troubleshooting and repair of faulty systems.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Journeyman Electrician

Steel City Solar
Pueblo West
11.2018 - Current
  • Installed solar panels and electrical systems on residential, industrial, and commercial properties.

• Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and codes.
• Collaborated with project managers to develop efficient installation schedules.

  • Diagnosed electrical issues using testing equipment and troubleshooting methods.
  • Trained apprentices on safe operation of tools and proper installation techniques.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of installations, repairs, and maintenance activities.
  • Assisted in designing layouts for solar energy systems tailored to customer needs.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to explain technical information clearly.
  • Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
  • Replaced faulty switches, outlets, circuit breakers when necessary.
  • Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
  • Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
  • Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Performed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
  • Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential buildings.
  • Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
  • Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
  • Planned new installations by studying drawings, technical manuals, and other documents.
  • Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
  • Conducted tests on electrical components, circuits, and systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Tested continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters.
  • Updated outdated wiring systems with newer technologies.
  • Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings according to plans and specifications.
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
  • Led team of apprentice electricians in installing electrical systems and inspecting existing circuits.

Manager

Little Caesars Pizza
Pueblo
09.2012 - 12.2018
  • Managed team operations to ensure smooth workflow and timely project completion.
  • Developed and implemented efficient processes to enhance team productivity.
  • Led training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for various projects.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.

Apprentice Plumber

All around plumbing
Pueblo
12.2015 - 08.2016
  • Assisted in installing plumbing systems under supervision of experienced plumbers.
  • Maintained tools and equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot plumbing issues effectively.

Education

Electrical Apprentice Program

Independent Electrical Contractors
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2019 - 05.2023

Pueblo West High School
Pueblo West, CO

Skills

  • Electrical system installation
  • Solar energy systems
  • Blueprint reading
  • Circuit troubleshooting
  • Team leadership
  • Client communication
  • Training and development
  • Problem solving
  • Apprentice training
  • System repair and installation
  • Electrical code
  • Load calculations
  • Installing equipment
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Computer savvy
  • Electrical testing
  • Emergency repairs
  • Blueprint and schematic interpretation
  • Backup generators
  • Conduit bending
  • Backup battery installation and certification

Timeline

Electrical Apprentice Program

Independent Electrical Contractors
08.2019 - 05.2023

Journeyman Electrician

Steel City Solar
11.2018 - Current

Apprentice Plumber

All around plumbing
12.2015 - 08.2016

Manager

Little Caesars Pizza
09.2012 - 12.2018

Pueblo West High School
Miguel Colon