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Mario Bernal

Abilene,TX

Summary

Protection & Control Technician with hands-on experience in relay testing, CT/PT verification, and control circuit troubleshooting within utility substation environments. Skilled in preventive maintenance, secondary injection testing, DC control systems, and reading P&C schematics. Strong electrical foundation with the ability to support commissioning, maintenance, and outage-critical work safely and efficiently.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Protection and Controls

AEP
08.2025 - Current
  • Performing commissioning, installation and maintenance of protective equipment, PLCS, RTUS
  • Familiar using programs like Doble Protection Suite, RTS
  • Interpret one line diagrams, three line, schematic drawings
  • Familiar with performing PM on various relays, Control circuitry, Breakers

Machine Operator

Coca Cola Southwest Beverages
Abilene, TX
03.2024 - Current
  • Operated production machinery in a safe and efficient manner, while adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Followed detailed instructions from work orders to complete assigned tasks correctly.
  • Ensured quality control by inspecting finished products for defects.
  • Adjusted settings on machines as needed for different materials being processed.
  • Maintained accurate records of machine operation, including start and stop times, output quantities, and any malfunctions or repairs needed.

Commercial Electrician Apprentice

Accurate Air Solutions
Abilene, TX
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Ran conduit, pulled wire and installed outlets, fixtures, and switches.
  • Installed and maintained electrical systems in commercial, residential, and industrial settings.
  • Read blueprints and schematics to properly install light fixtures and other electrical system parts.
  • Inspected and tested electrical systems, demonstrating safety to avoid electrical danger.
  • Completed repairs on motors, transformers, switchgear assemblies, fuses, circuit breakers, relays and other components of the system.
  • Installed electrical apparatus and fixtures for alarm and other systems.

Education

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Electrical power and controls

TSTC
Abilene

Skills

  • Electrical wiring knowledge
  • Verify relay settings
  • Identifying trip paths
  • End to end testing
  • CT/PT testing/Verification
  • Conduit bending
  • SCADA status
  • Switching
  • Print reading knowledge
  • Hand tool knowledge
  • JHA / OSHA / LOTO
  • How to set up & use a Doble
  • SEL, EnerVista, Crossbow, ProtectionSuite, IPS knowledge
  • RTU configuration
  • Protective equipment installation
  • Relay maintenance

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Protection and Controls

AEP
08.2025 - Current

Machine Operator

Coca Cola Southwest Beverages
03.2024 - Current

Commercial Electrician Apprentice

Accurate Air Solutions
05.2023 - 03.2024

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Electrical power and controls

TSTC
Mario Bernal