Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Michael Cantu

Placedo,TX

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chemical Process Operator

Calhoun Chemical
01.2023 - Current
  • Operated chemical processing equipment to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Monitored production processes, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and proper equipment handling procedures.
  • Handling of different raw materials to make product.

Electrical Apprentice

McCune Electrical Services
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining and connecting wire.
  • Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
  • Installed EMT and Rigid conduit.
  • Installed light fixtures, outlets, light sensors, and outside light fixtures.
  • Identify different circuits and troubleshooting.

Electrical Apprentice

Integrity Electrical Services
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining and connecting wire.
  • Installed EMT and Rigid conduit.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
  • Read blueprints.

Electrical Apprentice

Southwest Electrical Contracting Services
09.2018 - 11.2020
  • Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining and connecting wire.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
  • Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools such as bandsaw and hand threader.
  • Pulled cable through cable tray and trenches.
  • Install Rigid and EMT conduit.
  • Installed ground rods and lighting protection.
  • Performed splicing and stress cone.
  • Installed cable tray.

Labor Worker

Rexco
03.2018 - 08.2018
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
  • Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.

Pawnbroker

Cash America
02.2017 - 02.2018
  • Negotiated sale prices to reach target profit margins while reaching suitable pricing for customer.
  • Checked, organized and displayed inventory attractively to promote patron interest.
  • Assessed quality and value of incoming items and offered customers loans.
  • Assisted clients with merchandise questions regarding musical instruments, jewelry and electronics.
  • Performed store open and close procedures as part of shift responsibilities.
  • Organized stock overflow room and moved stock to show room when space was available.
  • Complied with local, state and federal laws in reviewing identification, obtaining thumbprints and verifying serial numbers against law enforcement databases.
  • Processed new inventory to ready for stocking on sales floor.
  • Greeted incoming customers and offered to evaluate and assess items for appraisal.
  • Monitored aging inventory and placed collateral up for sale upon payoff of loan terms.
  • Prepared all paperwork, checked identifying information and documented transactions.
  • Monitored day-to-day activities of shop, communicating issues with shop owners and closely watching over inventory.

Education

Bloomington High School
Bloomington, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Heavy Lifting
  • Conduit and Raceway Installation
  • Scaffolding and Ladder Work
  • Trench Work
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Grounding Installation
  • Work Area Maintenance
  • Workplace Safety
  • Lock Out-Tag Out Procedures
  • Job Specifications Reading
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Conduit and Pipe Laying
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Electrical Wiring and Fixtures
  • Active Listening
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution
  • Accurate Measurements
  • Construction Work Understanding
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Scissor Lifts
  • Vehicle and Equipment Operation
  • Ability to work with others
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Safe work practices

Certification

  • Licensed Electrical Apprentice - 2018 -Current
  • OSHA 30
  • Forklift Certification
  • Confined Space Certification

Timeline

Chemical Process Operator

Calhoun Chemical
01.2023 - Current

Electrical Apprentice

McCune Electrical Services
06.2022 - 10.2022

Electrical Apprentice

Integrity Electrical Services
03.2021 - 05.2022

Electrical Apprentice

Southwest Electrical Contracting Services
09.2018 - 11.2020

Labor Worker

Rexco
03.2018 - 08.2018

Pawnbroker

Cash America
02.2017 - 02.2018

Bloomington High School