Manuel Martinez
Jersey City
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive utility experience, committed to driving high-performing teams and operational success. Seeking to lead strategic initiatives in management or supervision, while fostering innovation and growth in the utility and energy sectors.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Mechanic 1st class
Public Service Electric and Gas
Edison
2017.06 - Current
- As a senior service mechanic, I lead complex gas infrastructure upgrades, managing high-pressure system transitions and ensuring team safety and precision.
- Known as the go-to lead for the most challenging jobs, I mentor colleagues in technical operations and digital tools.
- I back up commercial specialists, handling large-scale projects, and serve on state-level safety councils, driving initiatives that have contributed to multiple OSHA-free periods.
- Additionally, I promote health, wellness, and inclusion, ensuring colleagues are supported both on and off the field.
Field Collector
Public Service Electric and Gas
Newark
2017.01 - 2017.06
- As a rookie collections representative, excelled in a challenging environment, balancing empathy with results.
- Maintained a respectful, compassionate approach when assisting customers in financial hardship, while overcoming difficult assignments.
- Consistently ranked in the top 5 for revenue recovery, turning complex cases into successes and showcasing leadership potential.
Meter Reader Technician
Public Service Electric and Gas
Secaucus
2014.05 - 2017.01
- Set a high standard of performance and customer interaction.
- Maintaining safety and surpassing expectations, including achieving record-setting productivity.
- Demonstrated resilience and commitment, even in challenging environments, laying the groundwork for future leadership growth.
Operations Coordinator
Intermetro Freight
Kearny
2012.06 - 2014.05
- Led coordination between stakeholders to ensure efficient operations.
- Spearheading critical adaptations during Hurricane Sandy.
- Developed systems that ensured continuous service, saved costs, and directed extended-hour team efforts to meet customer demands.
Education
Electricity 1 And 2
Hudson Technical
North Bergen, NJ 2013.01 - 2013.12
William Dickinson Highschool
Jersey City, NJSkills
- High-pressure system management
- Complex problem solving
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- 17 years of customer-facing leadership
- 12 years in utilities
- 10 years gas construction
- I’m certified for cross-departmental management
- I’ve contributed to multiple OSHA-free periods, mentored junior staff to achieve team growth, and fostered operational excellence
- Proficient in English, Spanish, and French, and skilled in operations software, I’m organized, mechanically inclined, and passionate about team success
- Mentored junior staff to achieve team growth, and fostered operational excellence
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Certification
- Ongoing Annual Management and Technical Certifications – Gas, Electric, Customer Service.
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer leader in construction and facility development for a religious organization, applying diverse technical skills across carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and safety. Guided teams in maintenance projects, supporting community spaces with hands-on leadership and a commitment to service.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Service Mechanic 1st class
Public Service Electric and Gas
2017.06 - Current
Field Collector
Public Service Electric and Gas
2017.01 - 2017.06
Meter Reader Technician
Public Service Electric and Gas
2014.05 - 2017.01
Electricity 1 And 2
Hudson Technical
2013.01 - 2013.12
Operations Coordinator
Intermetro Freight
2012.06 - 2014.05
William Dickinson Highschool