Daniel Lopez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic and adaptability. Capable of working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly learning new skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Chief (Nights)
Arvin Edison Water Storage District
Arvin, California
07.2024 - 11.2025
- Read meters and document readings with corresponding arrival times.
- Controlled canal flow and turnouts, per orders.
- Monitored levels at all check gates along the canal.
- Adjusted gates to distribute water according to demand.
- Patrolled pump plants to prevent theft and to ensure operations remain functional.
- Adjust packing in vertical and horizontal pumps for optimal performance.
- Prime up laterals whenever a power failure occurs.
- Reset communication errors and tripped breakers to restore system efficiency.
- Turn on and off wells when needed.
Maintenance Crew Member
Arvin Edison Water Storage District
Arvin, California
12.2019 - 07.2024
- Operated various maintenance tools and equipment for effective facility upkeep.
- Excavated, repaired, and replaced faulty pipelines of various types and sizes.
- Installed meters and piping for agricultural water service.
- Performed general construction tasks, including framing, concrete work, and basic electrical installations.
- Repaired multiple fencing types, including chain-linked and barbed wire.
- Cleared trash from forebays, sprayers, and moss screens to maintain functionality.
- Conducted minor operations using heavy machinery.
- Managed spreading basin operations during season, adjusting weirs and pumps effectively.
- Assisted in well-field operations.
Rig Hand
Pacific Irrigation Inc.
Bakersfield, California
2013 - 12.2019
- Performed maintenance and installation on deep-water wells.
- Pulled and disassembled pipes, tubes, shafts, couplers, motors, and pump heads for inspection and repair.
- Disassemble, clean, repair, and reassemble bowls, impellers, and shafts.
- I worked alongside the crane operator, pulling and installing submersible pumps.
- Minimal electrical work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arvin High School
Arvin, CA01-2009
Skills
- Installation and operation of pumps
- Reading and installing meters
- Monitoring canals
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management skills
- Adaptability
Timeline
Unit Chief (Nights)
Arvin Edison Water Storage District
07.2024 - 11.2025
Maintenance Crew Member
Arvin Edison Water Storage District
12.2019 - 07.2024
Rig Hand
Pacific Irrigation Inc.
2013 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Arvin High School