Joseph Garcia
Portsmouth
Summary
Skilled electrician with a track record of successful electrical installations and maintenance. Licensed journeyman electrician with approval for master electrician exam. Known for exceptional troubleshooting abilities and leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Electrician
Michael And Son Services
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2024 - 11.2025
- Installed, repaired, and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with local electrical codes and regulations during installations and repairs.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent system failures and ensure optimal performance.
- Increased client loyalty by providing exceptional customer service, addressing concerns, and answering questions promptly.
- Maintained underground conduits and circuit wirings by troubleshooting and fixing problems.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate fixtures or devices for their specific needs based on functionality and aesthetic preferences.
- Worked in houses and small commercial venues to install electrical systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
Electrician's Mate Second Class
US Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2013 - 05.2024
- Conducted troubleshooting and repair of electrical circuits and shipboard equipment
- Installed electrical systems
- High voltage training
- Maintained electromagnetic catapult system, to include associated equipment. UPS system, generators, inverter cabinets, rectifier cabinets, cooling system
- Trained junior electricians on safety protocols and technical procedures, fostering skill development.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for electrical installations, streamlining workflow processes.
- Led efforts to upgrade aging electrical infrastructure, resulting in improved performance and reduced downtime.
- Oversaw inventory management of electrical supplies and tools, maintaining adequate stock levels for operations.
- Coordinated with engineering teams to integrate new technologies into existing systems, driving innovation within the fleet.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- 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.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington Highschool
Phoenix, AZ05-2012
Skills
- Electrical installation
- Low-voltage systems
- Wiring schematics
- Lighting systems
- Branch circuit wiring
- Power distribution
- National electrical code
- Grounding systems
- Motor controls
- Equipment Repair
- Variable frequency drives
- Surge protection
- Fiber optic cabling
- Emergency generators
- Underground installations
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Multitasking
- Breaker panel installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical safety
Accomplishments
licensed journeyman
apprenticeship program completion
Timeline
Service Electrician
Michael And Son Services
09.2024 - 11.2025
Electrician's Mate Second Class
US Navy
05.2013 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Washington Highschool