Joel Venegas
California City,CA
Summary
To obtain long term employment with a well established organization where I may fully utilize my skills and abilities; a position where my experience will be of value to the organization.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Electronics Technician
Core Civic
California City, CA
03.2017 - Current
- Proficient with Heating and Air Conditioning equipment -HVAC.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause issues.
- Replaced condensing fan motors.
- Replaced Air Conditioner compressors.
- Replaced condensing and evaporator coils.
- Top off low levels of refrigerant on Air Conditioning units
- Recharged refrigerant on Air Conditioner unit after major repairs
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Replaced bearings on Air Conditioning blower motors
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Repair and trouble shoot axis cameras (PV, PTZ controlled)
- Test, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate security electronic systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair 24 through 120-voltage alternating current equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair infrared perimeter system.
- Operated and maintained electronic transmitting and receiving equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair CCTV equipment utilizing axis WiFi router, computer, laptop and various other electronic tools.
- Troubleshoot and repair PLC systems
- Rough out, run and pull LAN/CAT5 communication wire for computer systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair telephone systems to include but not limited to replacing head units and re-wiring.
- Troubleshoot and repair lighting controls, control circuits and crash gate motor and motor controls.
Maintenance Technician
Core Civic
Califonia City, CA
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Proficient with Heat and Air Conditioning equipment-HVAC.
- Change filters on HVAC equipment.
- Maintain and repair water heater units, e.g. circuit board, relays, gas valve, Igniters and fan blower motors.
- Inspect and test machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
- Install replacement parts and components as well as entire systems.
- Installation of electrical wires, fixtures and receptacles.
- Repair warning signal devices such as smoke detectors, heat detectors and alarm bell.
- Maintain all building systems to protect against inefficient operation and physical deterioration.
- Repair of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Complete lite fabrication duties including welding and pipe fittings
- Repair and replace plumbing parts including fixtures and drain lines
- Clear clogged drains and replace defective parts such as valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Installed pipe systems and plumbing.
- Followed routine and preventative maintenance checklists.
- Repaired defective equipment parts.
- Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge and brush trimmers, shears and axes.
- Operated heavy equipment, including skip loader, backhoe, tractor mower and trencher.
- Conducted preventive and corrective maintenance on bearings, pumps, shafts and fans.
- Managed tool shop, monitored stock levels and ordered parts.
- Repaired and replaced plumbing parts, including fixtures and drain lines.
- Logged detailed and thorough records of maintenance performed.
- Installed new door hardware such as locks, plates and closers
- Used devices to open door locks without keys.
- Repaired panic hardware and alarm detection connections on doors.
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Drilled into locked safes to open for legal owners who lost keys or inherited systems.
- Informed customers of setbacks or possible issues with repairs, quickly diagnosing problems to give accurate information.
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Maintenance Technician
Property Management
Mojave, CA
01.2003 - Current
- Kept entire property clear of liter and trash.
- Applying weed killer
- Repair and upkeep of Residential Properties building structures and systems in accordance with building codes.
- Familiar with Heating and Air Conditioning equipment -HVAC.
- Installation of electrical wires, fixtures and receptacles.
- Repaired warning signal devices such as smoke detectors, heat detectors and alarm bell.
- Maintained all building systems to protect against inefficient operation and physical deterioration.
- Repair of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Completed light fabrication duties, including welding and pipe fitting.
- Repaired and replaced plumbing parts, including fixtures and drain lines.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced defective parts such as valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Proficient with building construction and operation of building systems, e.g.; carpentry,roofing,painting,plumbing,concrete,and masonry work.
- Installation of wood and chain link fences.
- Repaired panic hardware and alarm detection connections on doors.
- Installed new door hardware such as locks, plates and closers
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Used devices to open door locks without keys.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
Correctional officer
Corrections corporation of America
Nashville, TN
10.2000 - 11.2013
- Directed the activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, and construction projects.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
- Issued cleaning supplies, comfort items, laundry and all basic meals.
- Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorm's and reported results to appropriate personnel.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
- Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, and scheduled work assignments.
- Escorted inmates to work assignments.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mojave High
Mojave, CASkills
- HVAC Universal EPA certified
- Brazing
- Single and dual compressor systems in Air conditioning units
- Recovering and recycling Air Conditioning refrigerant
- Refrigeration system evacuation
- Troubleshooting Air Conditioning units
- Heating principles knowledge
- Analytical
- Axis online course training
- RBI and Hamilton water heater training
- Pressure Point Control Tactics (self defense)
- Class B License
- Positive employee Relations
- Highly detail-oriented
- Adaptable
- Superior time management
- Results-oriented
- Dependable
- 14years building Maintenance experience
- Axis camera training through Core Civic
- Southern Folger Detention, locks and crash gates training
- Bilingual; fluent in written and verbal Spanish Communications
- Familiar with Microsoft Office(Excel,PowerPoint, and Word)
Highlights of Qualifications
- 5+years Troubleshooting and repairing Air conditioning units
- 3+years HVAC Universal EPA certified
- 14+years Building maintenance technical experience
- 4 years in instrumentation electronics and control systems experience
- 10+years property management experience
- Ability to handle diverse job responsibilities proficiently
- Calm, confident and composed in tense situations
- Dependable,hardworking,efficient,and highly reliable
- Willing to take on new challenges and responsibilities
- Professional, respect ,loyalty and dedicated
References
Professional Personal
Everardo Rico Jose Chavez
(661)-361-4628 (661)-816-7383
Rosamond,CA Mojave,CA
Carlos Anguiano Jafet Ruiz
(661)-317-0177 (760)-514-7842
Tehachapi,CA Palmdale, CA
Antonio Ramos Rudy Garcia
(760)-373-1818 (661)-816-0988
California City, CA Lancaster,CA
Timeline
Electronics Technician
Core Civic
03.2017 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Core Civic
03.2015 - 03.2017
Maintenance Technician
Property Management
01.2003 - Current
Correctional officer
Corrections corporation of America
10.2000 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Mojave High