Manuel Silva
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Highly skilled Lead Technician with comprehensive experience in managing teams, streamlining operations, and implementing safety protocols. Known for strong problem-solving abilities, superior technical acumen, and leadership skills. Proven track record of improving efficiency and productivity while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Technician
World Telecom & Surveillance
Redding, CA
06.2009 - 09.2023
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
- Tested components, assemblies and systems to diagnose problems.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
Operator
Dale Construction (re-hired from
Shasta Lake City, CA
05.2003 - 06.2009
Operator/Laborer
It Group
Concord, CA
04.2001 - 05.2003
- Conducted safe and efficient disposal of hazardous waste.
- Operated on procedures for removing toxic waste substances.
- Operated in full Level A hazmat suit with supplied air for high-risk environments.
- Utilized a Level B hazmat suit for intermediate hazardous conditions.
- Conducted tasks in confined spaces, and followed ladder safety protocols.
- Operated heavy machinery including backhoes and skid steers.
- Handled water tenders efficiently during projects.
Operator
Dale Construction
Shasta Lake City, CA
04.1999 - 04.2001
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Receiver
Leprino Foods
Livermore, CA
01.1989 - 04.1999
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
- Rejected deliveries containing damaged items or shortages and corresponded with shipper to rectify issues.
- Checked orders against invoices to ensure accuracy before releasing them from the warehouse.
- Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while working in the warehouse environment.
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burney Jr/Sr Highschool
Burney, CA06-1987
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Product testing and repair
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Material testing
- Codes and safety compliance
- Diagnostic testing
- Team scheduling
- Practices management
- Electrical low-voltage systems
- System maintenance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Build out of MDF/IDF rooms
- Build out of data centers
- Terminate voice and data cabling, and testing
- Fusion splicing of fiber
- Installing A/V systems
- Installing security cameras
- Sumitomo blown-in fiber installation and termination
- Installing access control door hardware and wiring
- Installing voice, data, and video cabling
Certification
- Voice Data Video Certified
- Journeyman in WECA (Western Electrical Contractors Assoc.)
Expired Certificates
- Sumitomo Electric Lightwave Future FLEX Air-Blown Fiber install
- Safety Fall Protection
- CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid
- Confined Space
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- Motorized Motor Platforms
Timeline
Lead Technician
World Telecom & Surveillance
06.2009 - 09.2023
Operator
Dale Construction (re-hired from
05.2003 - 06.2009
Operator/Laborer
It Group
04.2001 - 05.2003
Operator
Dale Construction
04.1999 - 04.2001
Receiver
Leprino Foods
01.1989 - 04.1999
High School Diploma -
Burney Jr/Sr Highschool