Santino Covarrubias
Cicero
Summary
Licensed Supervising Electrician with over eight years of progressively responsible experience in commercial, industrial, institutional, high-rise, and transit electrical systems. Extensive experience reviewing electrical drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications to complete safe, code-compliant installations. Proven background supervising electricians, performing inspections, troubleshooting complex electrical systems, documenting deficiencies, coordinating with contractors and inspectors, and verifying compliance with the Chicago Electrical Code (2018). Currently employed by the Chicago Transit Authority performing electrical diagnostics, operational testing, 600 VDC commissioning, and fleet modernization. Seeking to leverage broad field experience and technical knowledge as an Electrical Inspector with the City of Chicago.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Mechanic
Chicago Transit Authority
10.2024 - Current
- Inspect, diagnose, repair, and operationally test electrical systems on CTA rail vehicles.
- Interpret electrical prints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications to identify deficiencies and corrective actions.
- Verify proper installation and operation of Door Control Units, limit switches, batteries, passenger information systems, lighting, speakers, and communication equipment.
- Troubleshoot train coupler circuits by analyzing resistance values, wiring faults, shorts, and miswiring conditions.
- Verify grounding and bonding of train truck assemblies and safely perform operational testing using 600 VDC systems.
- Lead fleet-wide camera modernization project, including installation of cameras, DVRs, event recorders, and new cable raceways.
- Train and mentor newly hired electrical mechanics while documenting inspections, testing, and completed repairs.
Electrical Foreman
Simply Electric
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Supervised electricians on multiple commercial construction projects throughout Chicago.
- Reviewed electrical plans, drawings, and specifications to coordinate code-compliant installations.
- Oversaw installation and testing of hospital fire alarm systems.
- Directed electrical work for Chicago Public Schools HVAC modernization projects.
- Managed luxury penthouse electrical remodels at St. Regis Chicago.
- Performed quality-control inspections, identified deficiencies, coordinated corrective actions, and worked with engineers, contractors, and inspectors to achieve successful project completion.
Lead Electrician
Titan Electric (IBEW Local 134)
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Led installation of 500 kcmil feeders at Microsoft CHI-22 Data Center.
- Supervised crews, interpreted construction drawings, coordinated work, and ensured quality and NEC compliance.
Journeyman Electrician
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Performed electrical construction, maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, power distribution, lighting, generators, HVAC controls, fire alarm systems, and tenant build-outs across commercial, institutional, industrial, and high-rise projects.
Education
IBEW Local 134 Apprenticeship - Electrician in Construction
Chicago Supervising Electrician License
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP)
IronRidge Solar Certification
Skills
- Chicago Supervising Electrician License
- IBEW Local 134
- Chicago Electrical Code 2018
- Blueprint & Construction Document Review
- Electrical Inspections & Code Compliance
- Commercial / Industrial / Transit Electrical Systems
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Power Distribution
- Grounding & Bonding
- Electrical Testing & Commissioning
- Project Leadership
- Crew Training
- OSHA Safety
Education And Certifications
- IBEW Local 134 Apprenticeship – Electrician in Construction
- Chicago Supervising Electrician License
- Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP)
- IronRidge Solar Certification
Selected Project Experience
- CTA Rail Fleet Modernization
- Microsoft CHI-22 Data Center
- Hospital Fire Alarm Installation
- Chicago Public Schools HVAC Modernization
- St. Regis Chicago Penthouse Remodels
- McCormick Place
- Millennium Park
- Willis Tower Tenant Build-Outs
Previous Experience
Journeyman Electrician with Freeman Electrical (McCormick Place), Moran Electrical, S&M Electric, Climate Pros, and Current Communications & Electric (2017–2023). Performed electrical construction, maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, power distribution, lighting, generators, HVAC controls, fire alarm systems, and tenant build-outs across commercial, institutional, industrial, and high-rise projects.
Timeline
Electrical Mechanic
Chicago Transit Authority
10.2024 - Current
Electrical Foreman
Simply Electric
11.2023 - 10.2024
Lead Electrician
Titan Electric (IBEW Local 134)
03.2023 - 11.2023
Journeyman Electrician
01.2017 - 01.2023