Miguel Salinas
Gilroy,CA
Summary
Highly motivated man with a positive attitude and heavy underground, electrical, concrete experience, very eager to learn more excel in my career. Achieving the goals set ahead, wanting to take any challenge by exceling in expectations set by peers and superiors. That being said diligently working towards dream job in electrical substations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Install and Repair Assistant
City of Palo Alto
Palo Alto, CA
02.2022 - Current
- WGW Operations
- AMI project
- LCCR project
- Assist in VIP power utility poles (hydro-vac)
- Assist in out of scope task such as concrete finish/forming and paving.
- Installation of water/gas meter boxes for AMI project.
- Developed and maintained effective communication channels among departments for streamlined operations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Assisted in project planning and implementation, ensuring alignment with city objectives.
- Operated and maintained heavy machinery for efficient utility operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of service tasks.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to utility services promptly and professionally.
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Performed routine, preventative maintenance of utility systems on water lines, valves and meters.
- Streamlined workflow processes by effectively managing inventory levels of equipment parts, tools, and supplies needed for daily operations.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- AMI, inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
Lead Laborer
Daleo Inc.
Gilroy, CA
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Underground utility distribution
- Gas distribution- Mains, services,etc
- Electrical vaults- precast concrete/polymer underground enclosures ran with schedule 40
- Communication/Microduct pipe
- PG&E JSSA
- Blueprint/plan reading
- Operate heavy equipment-mini excavator, backhoe, skidsteer loader, bore rig, paving equipment
- Promoting Safety Awareness
- Supervised daily labor operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficiency standards.
- Trained and mentored junior laborers, enhancing team performance and skill development.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in improved task completion times and reduced downtime.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize disruptions and extend machinery lifespan.
Apprentice Electrician
Helix Electrician
Oakland, CA
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Commerical, Industrial, Residential Electrical
- 120v-277v-480v
- Wiring up panels BOY
- Worked with low voltage such cat5, cat6/Ac and Dc power
- Operate boom lift and scissor also certified
- Unistrut work such as trapeze, panels, disconnects, transformer pads and other custom work
- Ran EMT and PVC electrical conduit according to blueprints and code requirements
- Troubleshooting, ohms, rise over run
- EMT bending skills such as 4 point-3 point saddles
- 360 degree rule when pulling wire or using tugger
- Installed electrical wiring and fixtures according to local codes and regulations.
- Assisted senior electricians in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure system safety and compliance standards were met.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently within set deadlines.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
Concrete Finisher
Dolan Concrete Construction
Santa Clara, CA
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Concrete form work
- Concrete finishing
- Honing ability to use all concrete tools from trowels to using a concrete pump
- Assist in demos of sidewalks, curbs, and other concrete related tasks
- Installation of utility vaults/boxes
- Finished concrete surfaces to ensure smoothness and durability.
- Operated power tools and equipment for precise concrete placement.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans efficiently.
- Monitored curing processes to maintain quality standards in concrete work.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Assisted in estimating, measuring, and marking out work areas before concrete pours, facilitating accurate project planning.
Education
Civil Engineering
Gavilan College
Gilroy, CA06.2030
Completion of Electrical Apprenticeship - Electrical
Institute For Business And Technology
San Jose, CA10.2019
High School Diploma -
Pacheco High School
Los Banos, CA06.2014
Skills
- Leadership
- Multitasking and organization
- Positive and professional
- Fast learner
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Team Collaboration
- Awareness
- Math proficiency
- Public Speaking
- Active listener
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Customer Service
- Attention to detail
- Bilingual- Spanish expert
- Data entry
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Decision-making
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Install and Repair Assistant
City of Palo Alto
02.2022 - Current
Lead Laborer
Daleo Inc.
08.2019 - 02.2022
Apprentice Electrician
Helix Electrician
10.2018 - 07.2019
Concrete Finisher
Dolan Concrete Construction
05.2016 - 06.2018
Civil Engineering
Gavilan College
Completion of Electrical Apprenticeship - Electrical
Institute For Business And Technology
High School Diploma -
Pacheco High School