Martin Andee Olivares
Arlington
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in electrical and mechanical systems, specializing in power distribution and HVAC. Achieved over 99.9% uptime by effectively managing 15-20 work orders weekly and executing over 80 preventive maintenance tasks. Proficient in SAP for documentation tracking and process improvement, with a focus on safety and rapid incident response. Committed to optimizing operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of quality and reliability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Product Specialist
GRAINGER
Arlington, TX
11.2005 - Current
- Managed high-volume portfolio of industrial products to align customer requirements with supplier capabilities.
- Leveraged strategic sourcing, supplier coordination, and customer negotiation skills to optimize purchasing decisions, reduce costs by 5-7%, and improve service delivery across sales and field operations.
- Acted as liaison between customers and vendors, ensuring timely order fulfillment and swift issue resolution.
- Assisted customers in selecting electrical and mechanical components by providing technical advice on applications.
- Resolved an average of 10-25 service equipment-related issues per week, minimizing downtime in active work environments
- Managed SAP-based inventory and order tracking, ensuring accuracy and minimizing delays.
- Recommended cost-effective product alternatives to facilitate informed purchasing decisions.
- Collaborated with engineers and maintenance personnel to troubleshoot equipment issues remotely.
- Trained new specialists on effective presentation techniques for company products and services.
- Interpreted schematics and equipment requirements, increasing first-time fix rate by approximately 20%.
Journeyman Electrician
OLIVARES ELECTRIC OF EL PASO
El Paso, TX
12.2002 - 10.2020
- Performed preventive maintenance on electrical panels, transformers and control systems, reducing equipment failures by ~15%
- Demonstrated expertise in reading blueprints, schematics, diagrams, technical drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams.
- Executed high-precision wiring and panel layouts, prioritizing clean installation practices, safety compliance, and long-term system reliability
- Guided apprentices on safety protocols to ensure compliance and minimize onsite risks.
- Applied Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to safely isolate electrical systems prior to servicing or repair
- Installed, repaired, and maintained wiring, panel/circuits, lighting systems, and distribution equipment in accordance with NEC requirements
- Ordered supplies and equipment to meet project needs and reduce overages.
EMT & Paramedic Graduate
DALLAS METHODIST
Dallas, TX
11.2008 - 04.2010
- Provided pre-hospital emergency care for trauma victims at accident scenes.
- Administered basic and advanced life support care, including CPR and oxygen therapy.
- Performed emergency cardiac care, including cardioversion and manual defibrillation.
- Utilized advanced techniques for airway management and cardiac monitoring during emergencies.
- Activated intravenous fluids for medication administration and fluid replacement to stabilize patient conditions.
- Observed, recorded, and reported patient conditions and treatment responses to physicians, facilitating informed clinical decisions.
- Maintained detailed patient care reports to ensure accurate documentation and continuity of care across medical teams.
- Responded promptly to rapidly changing environments while maintaining composure under pressure.
Designer's Assistant
SURE PRINTING & SIGNS
El Paso, TX
03.2003 - 11.2005
- Brainstormed innovative deliverables to encompass client vision and key design principles.
- Developed client-specific designs that aligned with tastes and preferences, enhancing marketability.
- Created designs, concepts, and sample layouts informed by layout principles and design concepts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design alignment with business goals and objectives.
- Developed 2D and 3D drawings to support sample fabrication and assembly.
- Selected materials and production techniques used for products.
- Used computer software to generate new images.
- Operated and set up in-house machines to produce tooling, patterns and parts for prototypes and production.
Education
High School Diploma - Syngeri (Four Year T-Stem Magnet Program)
Montwood High School
El Paso05-2003
Skills
- Product lifecycle management
- Vendor & Parts Procurement
- KPI tracking
- Data analytics
- CRM and Salesforce
- QuickBooks proficiency
- Technical documentation
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Office productivity suite
- Apple productivity tools
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- District Sales Manager emailed immediate supervisor a recommendation of value I bring to the team
- Branch Manager writing a recommendation letter
Certification
- Journeyman's Electrical License
- Programming in Python (IBM Course)
- EMT License
- NFPA 70E Electrically Safety Training (Arc Flash & Shock Protection)
- NFPA 70E Certified
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – OSHA 29 CFR
- CPR Certified - American Heart Association
Timeline
EMT & Paramedic Graduate
DALLAS METHODIST
11.2008 - 04.2010
Industrial Product Specialist
GRAINGER
11.2005 - Current
Designer's Assistant
SURE PRINTING & SIGNS
03.2003 - 11.2005
Journeyman Electrician
OLIVARES ELECTRIC OF EL PASO
12.2002 - 10.2020
High School Diploma - Syngeri (Four Year T-Stem Magnet Program)
Montwood High School