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Alejandro Acero

Alice

Summary

Experienced construction professional with strong track record of leading teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget. Skilled in site supervision, safety compliance, and resource management. Pursuing a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substation Foreman

Blattner Energy
07.2023 - Current
  • Supervised crews in the construction, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage substations (from 34.5 kV up to 500 kV)
  • Enforce safety procedures and lead daily tailgate meetings; maintain zero recordable injuries in 3+ years
  • Ensured strict adherence to OSHA, and company safety protocols; led daily safety briefings and enforced lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Coordinated with engineers, office personnel, and contractors to maintain project timelines and resolve field issues. ( 3 week look ahead.)
  • Managed inventory, scheduled deliveries, and ensured availability of materials, tools, and PPE for uninterrupted workflow.
  • Trained and mentored apprentices and green hands on substation operations, safety practices, and technical procedures.
  • Install and verify personal protective grounds in accordance with OSHA and company safety standards for maintenance and repair work.
  • Perform high-voltage substation switching operations, including coordination with control centers and relay protection systems to ensure safe and accurate isolation. (switchman)

Substation Lead Person

Blattner Energy
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assist Foreman with planning, delegating, and supervising daily crew activities.
  • Ensure all tasks are performed in compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.
  • Lead installation and maintenance of all substation electrical equipment and underground activities.
  • Train and mentor junior technicians and apprentices on work procedures and safety standards.
  • Conduct job briefings and participate in tailboard meetings.
  • Maintain accurate daily reports and submit documentation to the Foreman.

Substation Labor

Blattner Energy
04.2021 - 01.2023
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
  • Follow directions from Foremen, Electricians, and Linemen.
  • Assist in the installation and maintenance of substation equipment and structures
  • Performed below grade conduit, grounding task, and underground raceway task, using heavy equipment (excavators, trenchers, etc.) following all company safety procedures and requirements.
  • Performed above grade conduit and above grade grounding task using arial lifts, following all PPE and safety requirements.
  • Built out double end break, vertical break, and center break switches following factory blueprints.
  • Set electrical substation equipment using 12k telehandler. (breakers, switches, ccvts, insulators, capacitor banks, NGR’s, PT’s, CT’s, etc. )
  • Performed jumper and line drop tasks, using press fittings, mechanical fittings, and welded fittings.
  • Performed slack span and static line task.
  • Assist in the routing and pulling of control cables through underground conduits, cable trays, and raceways within the substation.
  • Prepared and maintained records detailing tests, repairs and maintenance using a megger, testing insulation resistance on control cable.
  • Performed terminations on all electrical substation equipment, following blueprints and wire diagrams.

Substation Labor

Mortenson Construction
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Performed above and below grade grounding tasks.
  • Performed above and below grade conduit task.
  • Excavated trenches to desired depth requirements.
  • Performed jumper and line drop tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Alice High School
Alice, TX
05.2019

Skills

  • Reading and interpreting electrical schematics & blueprints
  • Safety oriented
  • Attention to detail
  • Knowledge of LOTO process
  • Planning ahead (3 week look ahead)
  • Management/Leadership skills
  • Crew supervision
  • Safety compliance (OSHA, company protocols)
  • Problem solving
  • Strong communication and time management
  • Take time to teach
  • Great and positive attitude
  • Equipment trainer certified (12k forklift, skid steer, loader, arial lifts)
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Flexible and adaptable to work schedule
  • CPR/First Aid

Certification

  • NFPA 70E certified
  • OSHA 10
  • CPR/First aid Basic
  • Basic rigger
  • Critical lift director

Timeline

Substation Foreman

Blattner Energy
07.2023 - Current

Substation Lead Person

Blattner Energy
01.2023 - 07.2023

Substation Labor

Blattner Energy
04.2021 - 01.2023

Substation Labor

Mortenson Construction
10.2019 - 04.2021

High School Diploma -

Alice High School

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