Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Additional Information
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Isaiah Castaneda

Racine,WI

Summary

Accomplished United States Marine, Sergeant offering 4 years of service as Field Radio Operator with expertise in operating and maintaining communications devices. Driven to achieve consistent communication at all times through quick-thinking and successful solutions. Also a construction utility worker for the Racine Water Department looking to achieve new goals in the workplace and in my own personal life. Working everyday to learn everything about the water systems for the City of Racine, and how to fix and maintain them.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Utility Worker

Racine Water Utility
Racine, WI
01.2021 - Current
  • Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings and valves of various sizes, ranging from 6 inch to 12 inch.
  • Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
  • Observed all safety measures and company equipment policies to prevent job site accidents.
  • Read and understood drawings, written instructions and blueprints to plan work and install valves,hydrants,and watermain.
  • Used equipment such as pickup trucks, dump trucks and front-end loaders to move important supplies.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to all home owners, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Located watermains, valves, and water services using tracer and magnetic wand
  • Made various repairs to Valves ranging from 6 inch,8 inch,to 12 inch, whether that be the valve packing, bolts, stem, valve shoe, top plate, or even the valve box and cover itself.
  • Can perform underground boring for services whether that be with the boring machine or gopher.
  • Reviewed schematics and measured pipes to make accurate cuts.
  • Maintained and repaired watermain breaks throughout the winter using different size sleeves.
  • Installed and eliminated clow, 59, and pacer hydrants.
  • Repaired and installed breakaway kits for hydrants that were damaged or struck.
  • Made repairs on live watermain and water services in instances in which it was required.
  • Flushed hydrants to clear water for home owners
  • Operated oversized Vacuum trailer to clean out water valves and surrounding elements
  • Transported large loads of sand and stone across neighboring counties
  • Works well with co workers and always has open mind and ears to mentors and bosses advice and instruction

Inspector

Racine Water Utility
Racine, WI
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Used hand tools, instruments, gauges and equipment to complete accurate measurements and noted results for official records.
  • Reviewed relevant blueprints,paperwork, and GIS.
  • Completed documentation and updated tracking spreadsheets each day.
  • Took a variety of measurements for PVC, DI , and CI pipes
  • Spoke with forman and diagnosed and solved everyday problems on the job site.
  • Located water main valves, hydrant valves, service valves, and curbstops.
  • Measured and documented each piece of pipe,valve,hydrant, curbstop, copper, tees , and bends that were tied into the cities existing watermain
  • Operated and monitored water pressure gauges
  • Ensured workers were working safely
  • Spoke with the community and nearby home residents

College Laborer

Racine Water Department
Racine , WI
05.2020 - 07.2020
  • Learned diverse construction trades skills, including basic carpentry, painting and plastering.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Efficiently prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Read and understood orders to accurately measure, cut and lay out needed materials.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Delivered employees and materials to job sites Numerous times a day.

Field Radio Operator

United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe, HI
06.2016 - 05.2020
  • Encrypted and decrypted communications when sending and receiving messages.
  • Safeguarded secret classified documents and equipment.
  • Assembled and tuned radios by constructing equipment and antennas.
  • Protected communications through regular alteration of frequencies and cryptographic codes.
  • Developed, constructed, installed and adjusted settings on Controlled Cryptographic Item radio equipment to ensure unit ability to complete field mission objectives effectively.
  • Took charge and accountability of large assortment of communication gear for long duration of time
  • Supervised and taught marines knowledge about radios and communication gear
  • Supported infantry marines in live fire training along with high ranking personnel

Education

Social Work

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI

Class A Cdl Drivers License -

Kotra Cdl Driving School
Kenosha, WI
12.2020

Certification of Completion - Military Academic Skills Program

MASP
Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii
03.2020

High School Diploma -

J.I. Case Highschool
Racine,wi
06.2016

Skills

  • Operating communications devices
  • Working with cryptographic material
  • Radio equipment knowledge
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cleanliness
  • Strategic planning
  • Scheduling
  • Team leadership
  • Military operations
  • Leadership/teamwork
  • Clear communication
  • Good listener
  • Fast learner
  • Mechanical inclined
  • Construction knowledge
  • Forklift trained
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Blueprints and schematics
  • Measurement and Calculation Accuracy
  • Traffic Movement Understanding
  • Truck Maneuvering
  • Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
  • Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Accomplishments

Recipient of the Navy Marine Corps Achievment Medal (NAM) in 2019

Certification

CLASS A,B,C,D LICENSE OBTAINED 12/12/2020

Additional Information

Secret clearance obtained through the Marine corps. The clearance is valid through 2026 and can be renewed if needed.

Timeline

Utility Worker

Racine Water Utility
01.2021 - Current

Inspector

Racine Water Utility
07.2020 - 01.2021

College Laborer

Racine Water Department
05.2020 - 07.2020

Field Radio Operator

United States Marine Corps
06.2016 - 05.2020

Social Work

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Class A Cdl Drivers License -

Kotra Cdl Driving School

Certification of Completion - Military Academic Skills Program

MASP

High School Diploma -

J.I. Case Highschool

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