Richard Salerno
Associate of Arts
Simi Valley, CA 93063
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Professional Summary
Co-ordinator of choas I make it happen
Been an unlicensed General Contractor since 1994
Accomplished and energetic Super with a solid history of achievement in all phases. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
Areas of expertise include communication, understanding and people skills. Well received by all
I've been around many blocks, and am still in touch with many of my past customers.
Builder/designer for 30 years my company hands on
Go back to work union (IBEW) sometimes
Active Listening Critical Thinking
Some project management classes and used in the field over the years
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Builder/ Designer
Los Angeles, CA
March 1996 to Present
Helped design and build most of Hollywoods nite clubs and bars.
Not limited to remodel, ground up and PM
Re-engineered 2 Hotels, San Antonio, San Jose
Sundance film Festival house
Journeyman Electrician
IBEW
September 1985 to June 2025
Various, NY/Ca
Full and complete electrical implementation of all
facets of electrical construction.
Reading blueprints and completing projects. From high
voltage to low voltage, from 1/2" to 4" pipe ridged and EMT. From hazardous locations to high rises
commercial and residential.running street lighting to setting poles. From pulling 12 gauge wire to 4/o for under ground. Foreman and superintendent for many
years on both coasts
Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using
measuring instruments and hand tools.
Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test
meter.
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.
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.
Operate cutting torches and welding equipment, while working with conduit and metal
components to construct devices associated with
electrical functions.
Volunteer Fireman
Village of Freeport-Freeport, NY
July 1984 to December 1990
Currently been in business for myself since 91
Building Maintenance Supervisor
Village of Freeport-Freeport, NY
July 1982 to September 1985
Recreation Center of Freeport including 3 Olympic size
pools, 8 basketball courts indoor ice rink as well as 25
offices
Use tools ranging from common hand and power
tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
Perform routine preventive maintenance to
ensure that machines continue to run smoothly,
building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not
deteriorate.
Diagnose mechanical problems and determine
how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair
manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing,
machinery, or equipment.
Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid
levels, replace filters, or perform other
maintenance actions, following checklists.
Clean or lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, or other parts of machinery.
Repair or replace defective equipment parts,
using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment.
Set up and operate machine tools to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures, or tools.
Plan and lay out repair work, using diagrams,
drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, or schematic diagrams.
Paint or repair roofs, windows, doors, floors,
woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other parts of building structures.
Education
High School Diploma
Freeport High School-Freeport, NY
June 1982
Skills
• maintenance (8 years)
• Time Management (10+ years)
• Mechanical Knowledge (10+ years)
• Electrical Experience (10+ years)
• High Voltage (8 years)
• Low Voltage (10+ years)
• Plumbing (7 years)
• Equipment Repair (10+ years)
• Construction (10+ years)
• Project management (10+ years)
• Construction management (10+ years)
• Carpentry (10+ years)
• Facilities Maintenance
• Handyman (10+ years)
• Blueprint Reading (10+ years)
• Fabrication (10+ years)
• Welding (6 years)
• Budgeting
• High voltage
• Negotiation (10+ years)
• Supervising experience (10+ years)
• Carpentry (10+ years)
• Plumbing
• Assembly
• Communication skills (10+ years)
• Maintenance (10+ years)
• Microsoft Office
• Leadership (10+ years)
• Cost control
• Quality control
• Quality inspection
• Commercial construction (10+ years)
• Drywall (10+ years)
• Remodeling (10+ years)
• Construction management
• Communication skills (10+ years)
• Schematics (10+ years)
• Power tools (10+ years)
• Hand tools (10+ years)
• Electrical wiring (10+ years)
• Commercial electrician experience (10+ years)
Languages
English/ spanish - Expert
Certifications and Licenses
Journeyman Electrician
September 1985 to August 2035
Richard Salerno
February 2009 to January 2026
Richard Salerno
February 2009 to January 2027
Richard Salerno
February 2009 to January 2027
M-1 also
Certified Project Manager
Driver's License
Electrical License
Journeyman License
Journeyman Electrician
October 1985 to September 2035
Additional Information
SKILLS
Judgment and Decision Monitoring
Making
Coordination Management of
Personnel Resources
Social Perceptiveness Speaking
Operation Monitoring Time Management
Operation and Control Complex Problem
Solving
Instructing Negotiation
English Language Mechanical
Writing Equipment
Maintenance
Troubleshooting Administration and
Management
Foreign Language Design
Communications and Active Listening
Media
Critical Thinking Judgment and Decision
Making
Management of Time Management
Personnel Resources
Owner/Operator, Apr 1992 Current