Brandon Jaramillo
Corpus Christi
Summary
With over five years leading teams at the City of Corpus Christi and expertise in gas line repair and heavy equipment operation, I am a reliable technical professional with extensive experience in gas meter and pipe installations, repairs, and maintenance. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication with team members. Always adaptable to changing needs and committed to achieving optimal results through collaborative efforts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Technician II
City of Corpus Christi - Gas Department
12.2023 - Current
- Contribute to a safer working environment through diligent adherence to company guidelines for personal protective equipment usage and hazard communication protocols.
- Exchange Gas meters as part of the meter exchange program.
- Assist in the development of incoming technicians by sharing knowledge and expertise through hands-on mentoring opportunities.
- Perform daily tasks such as programming gas meters in Aclara, inputting actuals into Maximo, and completing required forms used to document inspections from work orders.
- Operate backhoe and mini excavators.
- Run shut in tests to verify whether customer has any leaks on house and appliance lines.
- Test fire customer’s appliances after gas meter exchange is completed.
- Monitor progress of work being completed by crew to ensure timely completion of assigned job duties.
- Replace old steel/copper gas lines with poly pipe.
Public Works Technician II
City of Corpus Christi - Public Works
08.2019 - 12.2023
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential issues and prevent system failures.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Hauled material to and from job sites in end dump truck. (asphalt, concrete sand, spoil material, sandy lome)
- Ditch grading of old and new ditches.
- Performed confined space repairs in existing storm drains.
- Set up barricades for traffic control during heavy storms and/or road closures.
Refuse Collector
City of Corpus Christi - Solid Waste
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Regularly compressed collected refuse and recyclables to maximize vehicle storage capacity.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing residents'' concerns regarding trash collection schedules and procedures.
- Ensured proper vehicle maintenance, conducting pre-and post-trip inspections to minimize potential mechanical issues during daily operations.
- Operated heavy machinery including front-end loaders, compactors, and garbage trucks safely and efficiently during waste collection activities.
- Alerted supervisors of setbacks immediately to maintain schedules and explain late pickups.
- Increased efficiency in waste collection routes by utilizing GPS technology to optimize travel times between stops.
- Collected and gathered garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities 5 days per week.
Education
Cesar E. Chavez Academy
Corpus Christi, TX05.2018
Skills
- 5 years of crew lead experience
- 5 years of pipeline experience
- 4 years of heavy equipment operating experience
- Gas meter installation
- Gas line repair
- Confined Space certified
- Trenching and Shoring certified
- Traffic Control certified
- Plastic Pipe Fusion certified
- 3 years with CDL Class A No Restrictions
Timeline
Gas Technician II
City of Corpus Christi - Gas Department
12.2023 - Current
Public Works Technician II
City of Corpus Christi - Public Works
08.2019 - 12.2023
Refuse Collector
City of Corpus Christi - Solid Waste
06.2018 - 08.2019
Cesar E. Chavez Academy
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