Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline

Emilio Vera

North Arlington,NJ

Summary

Reliable and efficient Collector with strong communication and customer service skills. With background in electrical wiring, installation and repair. Knowledgeable about wide range of electrical systems and electrical components. Takes pride in completing projects on-time while complying with safety standards and applicable regulations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Collector/Meter Reader

PSE&G
05.2022 - Current
  • Attended safety meetings and took part in safety awareness trainings and programs.
  • Answered questions regarding meter readings and deescalated situations.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Trained new meter readers to apply best practices and comply with safety procedures.
  • Collected on delinquent accounts to reduce overdue balances.
  • Identified and contacted customers with overdue accounts to address payment status.
  • Documented customer payment interactions and account statuses for future reference.
  • Negotiated payment plans with customers for customers who weren’t able to pay the full amount.
  • Contacted customers to discuss past-due accounts and negotiated payment plans.
  • Analyzed customer financial records to determine appropriate payment plan.
  • Used proper PPE required to perform the job safely.
  • Performed a a thorough inspection of company vehicle every morning for safe driving.
  • Respected all traffic rules while driving before, during, and after work.
  • Disconnected safely the electric and/or gas services of the customer if they not pay the required amount needed.
  • Followed every instruction given by superiors such as supervisors and/or seniors.

Meter Reader

PSE&G
01.2022 - 05.2022

Electrical Helper/Apprentice

Gladiator Electric
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Performed residential and commercial work
  • Installed Tesla chargers
  • Diagnosed customers electrical problems
  • Ran dedicated lines for customers inside and outside of their house
  • Installed Landscape lighting
  • Upgraded customers old electrical panel and/or meter pans
  • Climbed heights higher than 20 ft.
  • Tailboard every morning with the crew and mounted material needed for the job in the van.
  • Wore proper PPE to perform every job safely
  • Kept work area clean for better job quality and customer satisfaction
  • Collected payments in person in the forms of cash, check, or card, and returned money safely to office by the of the day.
  • Maintained strong communication skills with customers, and answered every question concerning them.

Electrical Helper/Apprentice

MTN Electrical
04.2018 - 09.2021
  • Residential and commercial work.
  • Troubleshooted apartment complexes, houses and comercial areas.
  • Installed new electrical boxes 1 phase and 3 phase
  • Upgraded sub panels and main panel boxes
  • Installed fire panels, pole lights, ceiling fans/chandeliers, air handlers
  • Wired new machinery and troubleshooted big machinery.
  • Drove all kinds of forklifts safely with supervision in warehouses and commercial areas.
  • Ran fire alarms cables for smoke detectors and duct detectors
  • Worked in new construction and old construction.
  • Followed exact direction of electricians to help projects move smoothly and avoid unnecessary rework.
  • Installed light fixtures in existing structures and new constructions.
  • Measured, cut and pulled wire for residential and commercial work.
  • Mounted and installed boxes, conduit and strapping for new installations.
  • Operated hand and power tools correctly to minimize risks of damage, shock or personal injury.
  • Worked in crawl spaces and attics to install wires, fans and other components.
  • Kept work vehicle clean and neat to give professional appeal to current and potential customers.
  • Organized supplies for ease of use at job sites and collected unused items at end of each project.
  • Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
  • Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
  • Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
  • Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
  • Identified and studied electrical problems to determine correct solutions.
  • Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement, or repair.
  • Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
  • Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects.
  • Followed safety procedures to maintain safe work environment.
  • Used hand and power tools to cut, bend and shape wires.
  • Tested wires and connections using multimeters and other testing devices.
  • Handled low-voltage and high-voltage wiring systems.
  • Assisted electrician in basic tasks such as handling tools and completing maintenance work orders.
  • Loaded and unloaded tools, materials and equipment from work trucks and storage containers.
  • Cleaned and organized job sites before and after jobs to maintain safety and efficiency of work environment.
  • Installed and tested fire alarms and smoke detectors in commercial and residential settings.

Electrical Helper/Apprentice

Platinum Electric
08.2020 - 09.2020
  • Residential work, mostly new construction.
  • Replaced and installed new fixtures, switches and outlets
  • Ran new electrical lines
  • Replaced customers existing electrical panel boxes

Electrical Helper/Apprentice

High Tech Electric
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Residential work, mostly renovations.

Education

Electrical Program Certificate - Electrician

Bergen County Technical Schools, Adult Education, Hackensack, NJ
09.2018

High School Diploma -

North Arlington High School, North Arlington, NJ
06.2017

Skills

  • Knowledge of residential electrical applications including wiring, installation, AC/DC motors, light fixtures and low voltage systems and controls, in accordance with National Electrical Code regulations
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot effectively
  • Knowledge of mathematics for electricity and electronics
  • Ability to use various kinds of power tools
  • Excellent time management
  • Skilled in the safe usage of power tools in accordance with OSHA regulations
  • Practiced at installation and maintenance of electromagnetic control circuitry
  • Completed theoretical and hands-on-training in AC/DC theory, low voltage systems, electromagnetic control circuitry
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Payment Acceptance
  • Safety Procedures
  • Fluent in Spanish and English
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Decision Making
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Equipment Operation
  • Route Planning
  • Safe Vehicle Driving

Accomplishments

Earned my CLP (commercial learners permit) for Class A Automatic.

1 test away from getting CDL Class A Automatic.

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Collector/Meter Reader - PSE&G
05.2022 - Current
Meter Reader - PSE&G
01.2022 - 05.2022
Electrical Helper/Apprentice - Gladiator Electric
09.2021 - 01.2022
Electrical Helper/Apprentice - Platinum Electric
08.2020 - 09.2020
Electrical Helper/Apprentice - High Tech Electric
06.2020 - 08.2020
Electrical Helper/Apprentice - MTN Electrical
04.2018 - 09.2021
Bergen County Technical Schools, Adult Education - Electrical Program Certificate, Electrician
North Arlington High School - High School Diploma,
Emilio Vera