Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline

Jose Gaona

Brand Safway
San Juan,TX
2
Languages
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Scaffold Foreman

1 Year 4 Months
Brand Safway | 06.2025 - Current
  • Supervised scaffold assembly and disassembly, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Coordinated crew schedules and assignments to optimize workflow efficiency.
  • Trained new personnel on safe scaffolding practices and equipment usage.
  • Conducted regular inspections of scaffold structures for integrity and safety adherence.
  • Planned each job with appropriate safety measures, addressing weight limits and fall protection.
  • Optimized labor distribution based on individual skill sets leading to increased overall team performance.

Journeyman Electrician

1 Year 2 Months
Prime Controls | 04.2024 - 06.2025
  • Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in commercial and industrial settings.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure precise installations.
  • Trained apprentices on safety protocols and industry best practices.
  • Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
  • Fostered positive working relationships within team environments, contributing to improved collaboration on projects requiring cross-functional support.

Electrical Apprentice

1 Year 1 Month
EnerMech | 03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Developed practical skills by actively participating in hands-on training sessions under the guidance of experienced electricians.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively in various settings such as residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
  • Gained proficiency in operating various power tools such as drills, saws, crimpers, and wire strippers for efficient completion of electrical tasks.
  • Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
  • Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.

Electrical Apprentice

11 Months
MEITEC Electrical And Instrumentation | 04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Enhanced safety measures by diligently following electrical codes and regulations during installations.
  • Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
  • Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.

Electrical Apprentice

5 Months
Saulsbury Industries | 09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Developed practical skills by actively participating in hands-on training sessions under the guidance of experienced electricians.
  • Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
  • Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
  • Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.

Lead Scaffold Builder

1 Year 8 Months
BrandSafway | 01.2020 - 09.2021
  • Completed projects within deadline by prioritizing tasks, managing resources, and addressing potential issues proactively.
  • Maintained a clean worksite to minimize hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Contributed to company reputation for excellence through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship on all scaffold installations.
  • Ensured proper load distribution across scaffolds with meticulous attention to weight capacity calculations during design phases.
  • Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when installing and working with scaffolding.
  • Built custom scaffolding structures to specifications for diverse applications.
  • Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural integrity before each use.

Scaffold Builder

11 Months
Turner Industries, Geismar, Louisiana | 02.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
  • Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when installing and working with scaffolding.
  • Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
  • Built custom scaffolding structures to specifications for diverse applications.
  • Verified all scaffolding materials were stored safely and securely.
  • Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural integrity before each use.

Scaffold Helper

6 Months
Brock Scaffolding | 08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Enhanced scaffold safety by conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Assisted in assembling scaffolding structures for various projects, ensuring stability and compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to efficiently dismantle scaffolding when projects were completed.
  • Maintained a clean work environment, organizing materials and tools for efficient scaffold construction.

Education

IDEA HIGH SCHOOL | Edinburg, TX

Skills

Power Tool Operation
Electrical Installation
Blueprint Reading
Root Cause Analysis
Site preparation
Hand and power tools
Lockout and tagout procedures
OSHA Requirements
Safety Protocols
Electrical experience

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Scaffold Foreman

Brand Safway
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

Journeyman Electrician

Prime Controls
04.2024 - 06.2025Read More

Electrical Apprentice

EnerMech
03.2023 - 04.2024Read More

Electrical Apprentice

MEITEC Electrical And Instrumentation
04.2022 - 03.2023Read More

Electrical Apprentice

Saulsbury Industries
09.2021 - 02.2022Read More

Lead Scaffold Builder

BrandSafway
01.2020 - 09.2021Read More

Scaffold Builder

Turner Industries, Geismar, Louisiana
02.2019 - 01.2020Read More

Scaffold Helper

Brock Scaffolding
08.2018 - 02.2019Read More

IDEA HIGH SCHOOL

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Jose Gaona