Carlos Mendez
El Paso
Summary
Detail-oriented Utility Coordinator, Welder/Fabricator, and Sheetmetal Worker with 34 years of experience in regulatory compliance and project management. Committed to safety and maintaining precise documentation across diverse projects. Recognized for fostering effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and external stakeholders.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Coordinator/Utility Inspector
Tx Depts of Transportation
El Paso
09.2017 - Current
- Conduct inspection of utility companies contractors as to safety being followed, the scope of work, Proper PPE use, make sure TxDOT's UAR are followed
- Inspected utility contractors for compliance with safety regulations, scope of work, proper PPE use, and TxDOT's UAR adherence
- Reviewed traffic control plans for compliance with TxDOT's TXMUTCD regulations. compliant with TxDOT's TXMUTCD to ensure the safety of the traveling public and the workers during the work on TXDOT ROW
- Verified documentation for all utility work and closed out permit applications in TXDOT's UMR system upon project completion
- Reserve all police services to be paid to the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso for utility work performed on TXDOT ROWs
- Ensure that all work related to sharp with utility trees and its contractors are a partnership with the Tx Depts of transportation
- Led monthly safety meetings with TXDOT El Paso District headquarters Traffic/Utility sections to promote safety standards
Utility Coordinator
TX Dept of Transportation
El Paso
03.2017 - Current
- I Coordinated utility relocation efforts for transportation projects across the El Paso District.
- I Review utility relocation project plans to ensure compliance with Utility Accommodation Rules (UAR) regulations and standards.
- Served as primary point of contact for communication with utility companies, facilitating timely execution of Standard Utility Agreements.
- I Collaborate with TX dot engineers to integrate utility relocations into our TX dot project design processes under joint bid work.
- I Manage documentation related to utility permits for relocations and work with our permitting txdot folks on the approvals for projects.
- I Assisted in resolving utility conflicts using the Avoid Manage and Accommodate (AMA) process during schematic and Planning Survey and Engineering (PS&E) project phases.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on utility coordination best practices to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- I helped Develop guidelines for our TX dot El Paso District to affectively communicate between our design and construction folks to ensure that the stakeholders outside of TX dot are cognizant of the upcoming projects that effect the traveling public.
- Ensured compliance of utility plans with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) governing safe use of utility resources.
Contract Inspector
Tx Dept. Of Transportation
El Paso
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Performed inspection of TXDOT Maintenance projects.
- Reviewed project scope details with team members to clarify objectives and expectations.
- Request Police officer assistance and coordinate their placement to safeguard the traveling public and the workers with boots on the ground.
- Coordinated police officer assistance and placements to safeguard traveling public and on-site workers.
- Coordinated weekly work schedules in advance to optimize project workflow.
- At end of each month would run a report of the work performed in TXDOT Site Manager Terminal.
- Documented daily progress reports for WAO Section Engineer to ensure timely project updates.
- Collaborated with record keepers to verify contractor payments.
- Discuss the Scope of work.
Welder/Fabricator/Pipe-fitter/Industrial Mechanic
B & M Machinery
El Paso
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Moved heavy machinery to designated locations. Moving, transport, and set-up.
- Fabricated components for overhead crane systems. Overhead crane systems.
- Operated crane trucks, forklifts, scissor lifts, gradalls, and man-lifts to facilitate safe and efficient material handling.
- Inspected, serviced and certified overhead crane systems.
- Laser Aligned motors to gear boxes and etc. to ensure proper alignment for peak performance of customers' equipment.
- Performed mechanic work on industrial equipment by greasing/changing bearings, motors, chains, wiring motors for high and low voltage setups.
- Laser Aligned motors to gear boxes and etc. to ensure proper alignment for peak performance of customers' equipment.
- Welded, Sweated, threaded, and did groove lock technique to various pipe materials such as carbon steel, stainless, copper, and galvanized pipe.
- Operated crane trucks, Forklifts, Scissor Lifts, Gradalls, and Man-lifts.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Performed regular housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment after use.
Maintenance Tech
Tx Dept. Of Transportation
El Paso
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Executed snow and ice removal on roadways during inclement weather to ensure safe travel conditions.
- Addressed highway emergencies, including traffic accidents, fatalities on TXDOT ROW, and damage to guard rails and signage, to maintain roadway safety.
- Conducted repairs on traffic signs to ensure safety and visibility.
- Managed litter control efforts along TXDOT rights-of-way to maintain cleanliness. on all TXDOT ROWs during high traffic situations.
- Did litter control on all TXDOT ROWs during high traffic situations.
- Ordered necessary supplies for TXDOT WAO welding shop and field crews to ensure operational efficiency. for TXDOT WAO welding shop, field crews, and office supplies when needed with TXDOT P-Card.
- Would be on standby on a weekly rotation at TXDOT WAO.
- Would work closely with WAO manager to obtain quotes, estimates, and POs for requesting supplies, equipment and services.
- Would process P-Card purchase receipts to TXDOT Procurement division in Lubbock Tx.
- Would work closely with WAO manager to obtain quotes, estimates, and POs for requesting supplies, equipment and services.
- Oversaw inventory cycle counts for WAO warehouse to maintain stock accuracy. WAO warehouse inventory cycle counts and to order supplies for our stockpiles.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
Sheet Metal Master
Tx Funk & Co
El Paso
09.2010 - 09.2013
- Fabricated AC ducts by the use of break presses, break benders, spot welders, and Pittsburgh lock makers.
- Fabricated AC ducts by the use of break presses, break benders, spot welders, and Pittsburgh lock makers.
- Serviced HVAC equipment in inclement weather for private homes and commercial customers, ensuring reliability of systems.
- Led Apprentices and oversaw 3 helper workers, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Acted as lead to Apprentices, and oversaw 3 helper workers.
- Operated various equipment such as: scissor lifts, Forklifts, man lifts and duct jacks.
- Managed time effectively to complete tasks on schedule, meeting all project deadlines.
- Performed routine maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance. and repair.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Sheet Metal Apprentice
Bruns & McDonald
El Paso
03.2009 - 09.2010
- Attended HVAC school at EP Community College and hands-on sheetmetal and HVAC training in the field.
- Fabricated AC ducts according to plans, schematics, layouts, and submittals.
- Installed HVAC equipment.
- Performed layout, assembly, fitting and welding of sheet metal products according to engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate installations.
- Fabricated and welded stainless, and galvanized ducts by oxyacetylene, mig and arc welding processes.
- Had daily tailgate meetings with all worksite company personnel.
- Installed insulation and sealing materials to enhance energy efficiency in systems.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards on job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate installations.
- Blueprint interpretation.
- Trained new apprentices on proper handling of tools and safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper use of sheet metal forming machines.
- Worked with other tradesmen such as welders or electricians on joint projects.
- Operated forklifts, man lifts, scissor lifts, Gradalls, and did some rigger work to crane service contractor.
- Had daily tailgate meetings with all worksite company personnel.
Welder/Fabricator
C & E Industrial Services
El Paso
03.2009 - 09.2010
- Pipe welding, and pipe fitting.
- Executed pipe welding and fitting tasks to ensure system integrity.
- Participated in EPE shutdowns at Newman and Rio Grande plants to ensure timely project completion.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Conducted weld inspections for quality assurance and adherence to industry standards.
- Trained junior welders on welding techniques and safety protocols to enhance team competency.
- Worked at various EPE shutdowns at Newman plant = Rio Grande plants.
- Performed demolition work with jack hammers and oxyacetylene torch.
Welder/Fabricator
Durable Metal Products
El Paso
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Performed welding of stainless steel parts using arc, mig, and torch welding techniques for this international manufacturer of cryogenic processors.
- Review layouts, blueprints, diagrams, and work orders in preparation for welding or cutting materials, installing conduit, running electrical wiring and spray painting processors.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Conducted monthly inventory cycle counts to track materials accurately.
- Documented weekly work order progress reports to track project status and workflow efficiency.
- Review layouts, blueprints, diagrams, and work orders in preparation for welding or cutting materials, installing conduit, running electrical wiring and spray paint processors.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
- Maintained tools and equipment to support consistent operational readiness and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to identify and implement process improvements, enhancing overall production efficiency.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Did inventory cycle counts of materials on a monthly basis.
- Filled out weekly reports of the work order progress.
Welder
J& M Casket Co
El Paso
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Operated various mig arc, spot welding machines in the assembly of metal caskets.
- Supervised metal casket assembly line of 3 welders.
- Supervised metal casket assembly line, ensuring quality and efficiency among 3 welders.
- Performed routine automotive repairs including oil changes and maintenance tasks on delivery trucks and small engines. such as oil changes to delivery trucks, forklift, small engines; wood splitters, hydraulic axes and etc.
- Trained new welders on techniques and safety practices, fostering adherence to company standards.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Assisted in troubleshooting welding issues, contributing to improved production efficiency and product quality.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Did general automotive repairs such as oil changes to delivery trucks, forklift, small engines; wood splitters, hydraulic axes and etc.
- Operated wood cutting circular saws, table saws, radial arm saws, routers, power drills, and pneumatic tools.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
Education
B & M Machinery
El Paso, TX09-2013
HVAC school - HVAC
E P Community College
El Paso, TX03-2009
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School
El Paso, TX01-2006
Durable Metal Products
El Paso, TX01-2004
Skills
- Utility coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Traffic control planning
- Document management
- Documentation management
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Decision making
- Multitasking
- Heavy lifting
- Teamwork
- Multitasking capacity
- Organizational skills
- Physical stamina
- Organizational management
- Utility equipment operation
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Utility Coordinator/Utility Inspector
Tx Depts of Transportation
09.2017 - Current
Utility Coordinator
TX Dept of Transportation
03.2017 - Current
Contract Inspector
Tx Dept. Of Transportation
09.2015 - 09.2017
Maintenance Tech
Tx Dept. Of Transportation
09.2013 - 03.2015
Welder/Fabricator/Pipe-fitter/Industrial Mechanic
B & M Machinery
09.2013 - 09.2015
Sheet Metal Master
Tx Funk & Co
09.2010 - 09.2013
Sheet Metal Apprentice
Bruns & McDonald
03.2009 - 09.2010
Welder/Fabricator
C & E Industrial Services
03.2009 - 09.2010
Welder/Fabricator
Durable Metal Products
01.2004 - 01.2005
Welder
J& M Casket Co
01.1995 - 01.2000
B & M Machinery
HVAC school - HVAC
E P Community College
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School
Durable Metal Products