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Carlos Cortes

Grand Island

Summary

Dynamic electrician with extensive experience at Commonwealth, specializing in electrical installations and repairs. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems and ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code. Recognized for attention to detail and effective collaboration in team environments, consistently delivering high-quality results in challenging settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrician

Commonwealth
02.2025 - Current
  • 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.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
  • Ensured safety and compliance with local electrical codes by meticulously inspecting and upgrading wiring systems in residential buildings.
  • Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
  • Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
  • Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.

Electrician

Baker Electric Of Fort Dodge
08.2021 - 02.2025
  • Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
  • Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
  • Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
  • Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.

Education

GED -

Grand Island Senior High
Grand Island, NE
05.2015

Skills

  • Wiring installation
  • Electrical repairs
  • Electrical installation
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Electrical experience
  • Works well in team environment
  • Circuit testing
  • Electrical panel upgrades
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Attention to detail
  • Wiring termination requirements
  • National electrical code
  • Mechanical aptitude

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Electrician

Commonwealth
02.2025 - Current

Electrician

Baker Electric Of Fort Dodge
08.2021 - 02.2025

GED -

Grand Island Senior High
Carlos Cortes