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Michael Vega

Deming

Summary

Assisted with smooth and efficient electrical work for Residential and Industrial customers by coordinating supplies, supporting installations and maintaining organized worksites. Operated under supervision of licensed Journeyman Lineman to grow skills and boost electrical expertise. Frequent troubleshooter with repair knowledge and maintenance abilities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Apprentice Lineman

Columbus Electric Cooperative
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, transformers, circuit breakers, switches, insulators, and other power distribution components.
  • Participated in training programs to enhance knowledge of electrical systems and safety protocols.

Apprentice Lineman

Sierra Electric Cooperative
03.2022 - 02.2024
  • Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration.
  • Installed and maintained overhead pole components and Underground Residential Distribution (URD) equipment.
  • Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.

Track Laborer

BNSF Railroad
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Operated railroad maintenance equipment to ensure track integrity and safety.
  • Assisted in the installation and repair of track components, enhancing operational efficiency.

Driver

PVB Fabrications
05.2020 - 03.2021
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.


Apprentice Lineman

Columbus Electric Cooperative
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.

Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
07.2013 - 07.2017
  • Supervised and led squad of 12 Personnel, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty and integrity.
  • Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.


Education

Electrical Lineworker

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
11.2019

EMT Basic

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM
2017

Firefighter 1

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM
2018

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Critical thinking
  • Organized
  • Logical reasoning
  • Works well independently

Certification

  • Hazardous Materials: Awareness and Operations
  • Technical Rescue: Vehicle and Machinery 1
  • Electrical Lineworker
  • MJTS Journeyman Lineman
  • Class A-CDL
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Flagger

Timeline

Apprentice Lineman

Columbus Electric Cooperative
02.2024 - Current

Apprentice Lineman

Sierra Electric Cooperative
03.2022 - 02.2024

Track Laborer

BNSF Railroad
01.2022 - 03.2022

Driver

PVB Fabrications
05.2020 - 03.2021

Apprentice Lineman

Columbus Electric Cooperative
11.2019 - 03.2020

Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
07.2013 - 07.2017

Electrical Lineworker

Central New Mexico Community College

Firefighter 1

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College

EMT Basic

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College