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Jose Torres

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Hardworking and safety-conscious field technician and electrical apprentice with experience in non-destructive testing, hazardous material handling, and environmental cleanup. Proven ability to adapt to high-pressure environments and follow safety and regulatory standards. Strong mechanical aptitude and team player with excellent communication skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrical Apprentice

Quantum Industries LLC
04.2025 - 07.2025
  • Assisting with installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
  • Supporting licensed electricians in troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Ensuring safety compliance on job sites.

Technician

TesTex, Inc
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Performed non-destructive testing (NDT) including eddy current, ultrasonic, low-frequency, and magnetic particle testing.
  • Assisted in field testing to assess the integrity of metal structures such as fireboxes and ammonia tanks.
  • Conducted tank cleaning and supported office operations: answering phones/emails, inventory, and equipment maintenance.

Field Technician

Ten West Towing environmental
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Responded to hazardous and non-hazardous material spills.
  • Conducted environmental cleanup of oil and chemical spills, and post-accident debris.
  • Ensured safe disposal and containment practices.

Field Technician

Environmental Waste Minimization, Inc.
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Handled and disposed of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
  • Cleaned contaminated sites, tanks, and equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Tractor driver /lead

Buttonwillow Warehouse Company
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Operated tractors and water trucks.
  • Maintained safe work practices on agricultural job sites.
  • Led a crew to perform job duties to the standings of the supervisors.
  • Ran a mix site mixing different chemicals to spray on the trees.
  • Drove a water truck.

Rig Assistant (3rd Man)

Pacific Irrigation
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted with crane and water pump rig operations.
  • Ensured safety during equipment setup and dismantling.

Pallet Jack Operator

Lebec Dollar General Distribution Center
02.2021 - 04.2021
  • Operated pallet jacks to organize and load materials.
  • Maintained warehouse cleanliness and organization.

Packer

Pactiv
02.2019 - 07.2019
  • Packaged and prepared paper products for shipping.
  • Maintained quality control and efficient workflow.

Seasonal Tractor Driver

Buttonwillow Warehouse Company
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Drove a tractor and helped with maintenance on vehicles and equipment.

Education

High school diploma or GED - High school diploma

Foothill High School
Bakersfield, CA
08.2018

Skills

  • Mechanical Aptitude (1 year)
  • Hazardous Material Handling (1 year)
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) (2 years)
  • Environmental Cleanup (1 year)
  • Electrical Systems Assistance (1 year)
  • Construction Safety (3 years)
  • Strong Communication Skills (7 years)

Certification

  • TWIC Card May 2023 to May 2028
  • First Aid Certification May 2025 to May 2027
  • CPR Certification May 2025 to May 2027
  • Boom lift scissor lift July 2023 to July 2026
  • Kern county environmental awareness training WEAP March 2021 to March 2026

Timeline

Electrical Apprentice

Quantum Industries LLC
04.2025 - 07.2025

Technician

TesTex, Inc
04.2023 - 12.2024

Field Technician

Ten West Towing environmental
08.2022 - 01.2023

Field Technician

Environmental Waste Minimization, Inc.
03.2022 - 08.2022

Tractor driver /lead

Buttonwillow Warehouse Company
11.2021 - 02.2022

Rig Assistant (3rd Man)

Pacific Irrigation
04.2021 - 11.2021

Pallet Jack Operator

Lebec Dollar General Distribution Center
02.2021 - 04.2021

Packer

Pactiv
02.2019 - 07.2019

Seasonal Tractor Driver

Buttonwillow Warehouse Company
05.2018 - 08.2018

High school diploma or GED - High school diploma

Foothill High School