Cody Kleinsmith
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Summary
Driven and dependable individual with 13 years of Industrial and Commercial Electrical experience, with 3 years of experience as a Shop Foreman in an industrial control panel shop. History of improving shop productivity and work efficiency through hands-on management and good decision-making skills. Experienced in training, coaching and motivating employees. Very motivated in learning skills and knowledge from each individual on the job.
Experienced with managing electrical installation and maintenance projects. Utilizes strong leadership and project management skills to ensure safety and compliance. Track record of effective team collaboration and problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Foreman
BJ Baldwin Electric
Narvon, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in industrial and commercial buildings.
- Troubleshot of electrical equipment, motors, lighting, etc.
- Ran conduit such as EMT, PVC, IMC, RMC, MC
- Installed and replaced various different lighting fixtures
- Control wiring
- Installed electrical and electronic components and assemblies.
PV Install Foreman
Paradise Energy Solutions
Paradise, PA
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Supervised installation teams to ensure compliance with safety standards and project timelines.
- Coordinated equipment and material logistics to optimize workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Trained and mentored junior installers, enhancing team skills and performance consistency.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold high installation standards and client satisfaction.
- Managed site operations, ensuring adherence to project specifications and reducing rework rates.
- Installation of PV systems including residential, agriculture, and commercial
- Wiring of electrical panels, disconnects, solar panels, inverters, and transformers
- Installed photovoltaic systems on residential and commercial properties, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new team members in proper PV installation techniques, contributing to continued company growth.
Shop Foreman
Arm Enertech Associates
Johnstown, PA
09.2017 - 08.2022
- Directed daily operations of team of (3) technicians and shop professionals.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Verified safe and proper operation of a wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Verified safe and proper operation of a wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Built and wired Industrial Control Panels
- Field installations in industrial and commercial electrical systems.
- Led safety committee meetings to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Electrical Apprentice
BJ Baldwin Electric
Narvon, PA
06.2013 - 09.2017
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining and connecting wire.
- Ran and installed electrical conduits such as EMT, PVC, RMC, PVC coated RMC, and FMC.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Repaired and checked supporting equipment for electrical systems such as brackets and hangers.
Education
4 Year Electrical Apprenticeship Certificate - Electrical
Berks Career And Technology Center, East Campus
Oley, PA05-2019
High School Diploma -
Wilson High School
West Lawn, PA06-2015
Skills
- Shop maintenance
- Electrical Safety
- Electrical Wiring and Fixtures
- Conduit and Pipe Laying
- Power Cable Connection
- Motor Installation and Wiring
- AC/DC Power and Control Systems
- System installation
- Team Leadership
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Customer Relations
- Client relations
Certification
- Master Electrician License
- UL 508A
- OSHA 10
- American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Training
- PVOL101
- PV0L202
Timeline
Electrical Foreman
BJ Baldwin Electric
08.2025 - Current
PV Install Foreman
Paradise Energy Solutions
01.2023 - 08.2025
Shop Foreman
Arm Enertech Associates
09.2017 - 08.2022
Electrical Apprentice
BJ Baldwin Electric
06.2013 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Wilson High School
4 Year Electrical Apprenticeship Certificate - Electrical
Berks Career And Technology Center, East Campus