Joseph A. CANTU
Kingsville,TX
Summary
I am seeking an opportunity to work with a company that prioritizes safety and where I can apply knowledge and talents to help meet and exceed its goals while establishing a long-term career for myself & family. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Protection Technician
Vallen Safety Services
05.2017 - Current
- Technical Inspection services: Fire Alarm Systems, Fire Protection equipment, Water Spray Systems & Fire Extinguishers
- Inspections and maintenance of systems across several industrial sites in the region
- Safety meetings/Safety programs
- Fire Hose Testing
- Fire Alarm testing
- Fire Water projects services
- Emergency standby for rescue operations
- Mitigation deluge system services
- Conducted fire and life safety code review analyses, informing business leadership of discovered risks and deficits needing remediation.
E&I Technician II
Total Safety
12.2015 - 05.2017
- Turn Around services (Breathing air systems & supplies)
- Inspections and maintenance of systems across several industrial sites in the region
- Safety meetings/Safety programs
- Respiratory protection maintenance & services
- Expediter – delivery of equipment to various industrial sites across mostly South Texas, (Currently Vallen Safety Services
- High Hazard Rescue operations
- Collected, maintained, organized, compiled and manipulated technical data.
- Updated and executed written procedures in coordination with engineering and quality assurance
- Supported other technicians and engineers in assembly, disassembly, cleaning, testing and troubleshooting
Technician
Hagemeyer
12.2014 - 11.2015
- Fire Alarm Systems, Fire Protection Equipment, Water Spray Systems & Fire Extinguishers
- Inspections and Maintenance of all fire protection systems across several industrial sites in the region
- Safety meetings/Safety Programs
- Fire Hose Hydrostatic testing
- Fire Project Construction services
Maintenance Technician
Kingsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2012 - 06.2013
- General Building Maintenance
- Custodial Services
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
Education
Texas A&M University Kingsville/Coastal Bend College
Kingsville TexasH.S. – Graduate -
Santa Gertrudis Academy
Kingsville Tx2012
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building
- Calm Under Pressure
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Certification
Class A Fire Extinguisher license
Fire Alarm License
TWIC Card
Contract Safety Council trained
MHSA Certified – Transportation of Hazardous Materials
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
NFPA 1006 Rescue 1 Certified
Vallen Safety Services
Timeline
Fire Protection Technician
Vallen Safety Services
05.2017 - Current
E&I Technician II
Total Safety
12.2015 - 05.2017
Technician
Hagemeyer
12.2014 - 11.2015
Maintenance Technician
Kingsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2012 - 06.2013
Texas A&M University Kingsville/Coastal Bend College
H.S. – Graduate -
Santa Gertrudis Academy
Class A Fire Extinguisher license
Fire Alarm License
TWIC Card
Contract Safety Council trained
MHSA Certified – Transportation of Hazardous Materials
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
NFPA 1006 Rescue 1 Certified
Vallen Safety Services
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