Gilbert Villalpando
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Safety-conscious adept at troubleshooting. Experienced in collaborating with fellow employees to enhance public safety
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Linesman
Wye Electric
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Installed and repaired overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Assisted senior linesmen in troubleshooting electrical issues.
- Operated tools such as cable pullers, wire strippers, and hydraulic equipment effectively.
- Supported installation of transformers and switch gear with quality standards.
- Worked closely with utility locator services and coordinated dig permits when needed for underground line installations or repairs.
- Maintained inventory of tools and equipment used for daily tasks ensuring availability and functionality at all times.
- Upgraded existing infrastructure as part of scheduled improvements including installing new poles, cross arms and insulators.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Conducted voltage tests on equipment to ensure proper functionality before returning it to service after repairs were completed.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for commercial customers.
- Performed powerline maintenance by cleaning and lubricating components and replacing worn parts.
- Recorded accurate measurements for installed new power lines and poles.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Framing Carpenter
Various Site Projects
01.1978 - 01.2015
- Constructed and installed wooden frameworks for residential and commercial structures.
- Ensured compliance with building codes and safety regulations on all job sites.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to achieve project milestones and deadlines.
- Operated power tools and equipment for precise measurements and cuts.
- Trained junior carpenters in framing techniques and safety protocols.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance, making adjustments as necessary.
- Successfully met deadlines through effective time management skills and prioritizing tasks according to project requirements.
- Ensured consistent quality in finished products by adhering to established company standards for framing carpentry workmanship.
- Prevented costly errors during the construction phase through meticulous review of plans before commencing any work.
- Provided valuable mentorship to new team members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged learning and growth.
- Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corona High School
Corona, CASkills
- Hazard identification
- Power line installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Conduit bending
- Wire splicing
- Public safety awareness
- Voltage testing
- Underground distribution
- Electrical systems
- Load calculations
- Fall protection
- Transformer installation
- Grounding procedures
- Electrical power line installation
- Repair work
- Safety procedures
- Trenching
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- System troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Apprentice Linesman
Wye Electric
06.2024 - 09.2025
Framing Carpenter
Various Site Projects
01.1978 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Corona High School