Justin Ayala
Summary
Ambitious and eager individual proudly offering a strong work ethic and a great attitude. Experience and certifications from Northwest Lineman College. An adaptable employee willing to follow instructions to ensure safety and committed to maintaining equipment. Known for assisting others whenever needed.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Lineman
Primary Utility Services
Wolfforth
10.2023 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Installed and maintained electrical distribution equipment, ensuring reliable operation of transformers, reclosers, capacitors, and regulators.
- Repaired downed power lines safely and efficiently.
- Operated overhead line equipment such as bucket and boom trucks with consistent safety.
- Followed safety protocols while performing high-voltage line work.
- Assisted in construction, repair, and maintenance of electrical lines, contributing to project completion and system reliability.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and testing devices to assess system functionality, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
US Army
Fort Sill
01.2016 - 05.2023
- Directed team members to ensure weapon system functionality under pressure during simulated combat scenarios
- Provided direction to team members in order to maintain proper functioning of the weapon system while under pressure during simulated combat scenarios
- Coordinated organization of supplies to ensure accountability of all necessary items prior to deployments or exercises
- Demonstrated knowledge of gunnery principles such as range estimation methods, de ection plotting techniques, charge selection calculations and projectile trajectory computations
- Operated and maintained communications equipment, radios, and other electronic devices to ensure e fective communication between command posts
- Conducted safety inspections on vehicles, weapons systems, and ammunition to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Performed preventive maintenance checks and services on a variety of vehicles including light tactical wheeled vehicles, heavy tracked vehicles, and self-propelled howitzers.
- Assisted with the organization of supplies ensuring that all necessary items were accounted for prior to deployments or exercises
CREW MEMBER
McDonald's
Littlefield
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
- Adhered to safety and security procedures, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Followed all safety and security procedures to reduce risks.
- Completed all store opening and closing procedures.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, maintaining compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Followed health department regulations for handling food products properly.
Street Maintenance Worker
City of Littlefield
Littlefield
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Operated and maintained street cleaning equipment, including vacuum trucks, sweepers, and leaf blowers.
- Cleaned storm drains, ensuring proper drainage and preventing flooding.
- Utilized heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, motor graders, rollers, compactors.
- Performed manual labor tasks such as shoveling snow and debris, sweeping streets, and patching potholes.
- Cleaned storm drains to prevent blockages from occurring.
- Operated and maintained street cleaning equipment, effectively removing debris to enhance roadway safety.
- Performed manual labor tasks, including snow shoveling, debris removal, street sweeping, and pothole patching, contributing to overall street maintenance.
- Complied with all local ordinances relating to street maintenance work.
Education
Certification - Linework
Northwest Lineman Training Center
Denton, TXHigh School Diploma -
Littlefield High School
Littlefield, TXSkills
- Line Installation
- Safety and Compliance
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Dependable Worker
- Positive Mindset
- Dependable Worker
Awards
- Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
- Army Commendation Medal x3
- Army Achievement Medal
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal
- NATO Medal
- Overseas Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Meritorious Unit Commendation
- Combat Action Badge
Relevant Coursework
- OSHA Electric Transmission and Distribution 1.5 hour
- Equipotential Zone Grounding and Bonding
- The Electrical Grid
- Wood Pole Climbing
- Overhead Distribution Construction and Maintenance
- Underground Distribution Terminations
- Rigging, Ropes, Tensions
- Transformer Banking
- Ohm's Law and Alternating Current Fundementals
- Digger Derrick and Aerial Lift Operation
- Transmission Construction and Maintenance
- Transformer Installation and Operation
Certifications
- First Aid/CPR
- Wood Pole Climbing
- Digger Derrick Safety
- Pole Top, Aerial Lift, Vault Rescue
- Metering
Timeline
Apprentice Lineman
Primary Utility Services
10.2023 - Current
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
US Army
01.2016 - 05.2023
CREW MEMBER
McDonald's
06.2015 - 11.2015
Street Maintenance Worker
City of Littlefield
05.2015 - 07.2015
Certification - Linework
Northwest Lineman Training Center
High School Diploma -
Littlefield High School