Aaron Lugo
Trumbull,CT
Summary
Maintenance Technician with 10+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation and working on complex electrical systems, a keen eye for detail, and a strong safety-first mindset, with a proven ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork in challenging conditions. After graduating from the United Illuminating introduction to Line Worker Class, I am eager to contribute my mechanical aptitude, reliability, leadership, and teamwork in the utility field with United Illuminating.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Maintenance Technician II
Medtronic
North Haven, CT
01.2023 - Current
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues within complex equipment systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance and rebuilds to ensure reliability, and minimize downtime.
- Apply lockout/tagout and OSHA safety procedures to protect team members and equipment.
- Use hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, and technical drawings to troubleshoot and repair systems.
- Assist with the installation and setup of new machinery, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Work collaboratively in fast-paced environments requiring precision, accountability, and problem-solving under pressure.
Volunteer Firefighter
Shelton Fire Department
Shelton, CT
05.2012 - Current
- Respond to fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous material incidents.
- Operate firefighting and rescue equipment, and conduct search and rescue operations.
- Served as a lieutenant from April 2024 to May 2025, supervising and leading firefighters during emergency response operations.
- Developed strong situational awareness, teamwork, and a safety-first mindset in high-risk environments.
- Trained team members in safety procedures, and oversaw equipment maintenance and readiness.
Environmental Field Technician
D.R. Charles Environmental Construction
Monroe, CT
03.2016 - 11.2022
- Installed and removed oil tanks above and below ground; abandoned underground tanks.
- Ran oil lines, connected piping systems, and ensured compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Excavated trenches, backfilled, and operated heavy machinery (excavators, loaders, backhoes).
- Installed and wired trailer electrical components, troubleshooting systems to ensure reliable field operations.
- Performed mechanical repairs: oil and fluid changes, brake service, motor rebuilds, and driveline work.
- Delivered job-site materials, moved equipment, and maintained accurate work permits.
- Provided customer service in both field and office environments.
Education
Certificate in Introduction To Overhead Line Work -
Connecticut State Community College - Housatonic
Bridgeport09-2025
High School Diploma -
Trumbull High School
Trumbull, CT06.2011
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Excavation and rigging
- Critical thinking
- Heavy equipment operation
- Electrical systems troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- High-risk environment management
- Mechanical aptitude
Certification
- CAST
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Adult First Aid | CPR | AED, HSI, 01/01/25
- Basic Life Support (BLS Provider), AHA, 07/31/27
- CDL-A
- Aerial Lift Certification
Timeline
Equipment Maintenance Technician II
Medtronic
01.2023 - Current
Environmental Field Technician
D.R. Charles Environmental Construction
03.2016 - 11.2022
Volunteer Firefighter
Shelton Fire Department
05.2012 - Current
Certificate in Introduction To Overhead Line Work -
Connecticut State Community College - Housatonic
High School Diploma -
Trumbull High School