Jesus Lopez
BROWNSVILLE,TX
Summary
Results-driven lineman with 7 years of experience in safely installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical distribution systems. Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving electrical faults in both overhead and underground systems. Adaptable professional with a talent for quickly acquiring new knowledge and effectively applying it.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Mechanic A
AEP Texas
Los Fresnos, TX
10.2020 - Current
- Respond swiftly to emergency situations, restoring power and service to customers in a timely but safe manner.
- Experience in troubleshooting both overhead and underground systems.
- Chairman of Los Fresnos' internal safety and culture committee.
- Operate bucket, diggers, and specialty equipment such as vactron, compressor, alley machine, and alley bucket.
- Provide both technical and personal leadership and mentorship to various apprentices ensuring safety is their number one priority.
- Responsible for cleaning and stocking the bucket and diggers assigned to our crew.
- Assisted in the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground utilities according to blueprints and schematics.
- Consistently follow safety protocols to ensure not only my safety, but the safety of the team and the public.
Apprentice Lineman III
Magic Valley Electric Coop
Brownsville, TX
10.2017 - 10.2020
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Operated overhead line equipment, such as bucket and digger trucks, with consistent safety.
- Assisted with emergency call-outs to quickly restore service.
- Climbed wood poles to install lines, change out transformers and connect new service.
- Stocked and maintained assigned bucket truck at all times.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Followed strict safety protocols to ensure not only my safety, but the safety of the group and the public.
Frac Operator
Halliburton
San Antonio, TX
11.2016 - 09.2017
- Performed daily maintenance on frac equipment in accordance with company standards.
- Repaired or replaced worn out parts on frac equipment as needed.
- Identified potential hazards associated with the operation of frac equipment and reported them to supervisors immediately.
- Adhered to all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials used in the fracking process.
- Participated in weekly safety meetings discussing best practices for operating frac machinery safely.
- Obtained and maintained appropriate licenses with tanker and Hazmat endorsements.
Firefighter
San Benito Fire Department
San Benito, TX
10.2014 - 07.2016
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
Education
Line Maintainer - Distribution
American Electric Power
Kingsville, TX08-2023
High School Diploma - Medical
Homer Hanna High School
Brownsville, TX06-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Sciences
West Virginia University At Parkensburg
VirginiaSkills
- Troubleshooting overhead and underground utilities
- Distribution Line Construction
- Bucket and digger operations
- Operation of specialty equipment
- First aid/CPR certified
- Fluent in both English and Spanish
- Knowledgeable with software applications such as Atlas, Circuit Safe, PDF Expert, Microsoft, and others
- CDL-certified
- Experienced in dealing with corrosive environments
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and customers
Volunteer Experience
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Timeline
Line Mechanic A
AEP Texas
10.2020 - Current
Apprentice Lineman III
Magic Valley Electric Coop
10.2017 - 10.2020
Frac Operator
Halliburton
11.2016 - 09.2017
Firefighter
San Benito Fire Department
10.2014 - 07.2016
Line Maintainer - Distribution
American Electric Power
High School Diploma - Medical
Homer Hanna High School
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Sciences
West Virginia University At Parkensburg