Miguel Vazquez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Ambitious Electrical Apprentice & Quality Inspector highly effective at installing wiring, completing finish work, configuring equipment and quality assurance. Looking to continue a professional career opportunity in an expanding industry that I can provide the experience already obtained to be a successful employee in my career development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Systems Administrator
Judson Independent School District
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Assists the Security Systems Administrator with the design, planning and implementation of camera/access control hardware for new construction as well as special projects.
- Ensure district compliance to state federal regulations related to security systems.
- Responsible for the record keeping of inspections according to local, state and federal guidelines.
- Coordinate inspections and the compliance of all fire extinguishers.
- Responsible to report any and all alarm system failures and taking appropriate steps to remedy any failures or maintenance needs of alarm systems.
- Make sound recommendations regarding improving and maintaining fire alarms, intercoms, clocks, intrusion alarms sprinkler systems, elevators and other low voltage systems.
- Must be will to work flexible hours.
- Responsible for after hour calls dealing with fire alarm, intercom, intrusion alarm, clock, and bell systems/ PA systems.
- Coordinate all work orders pertaining to the fire alarms, intrusion alarms, sprinkler systems, public announcement systems, bell systems , clock systems and other security devices as needed.
- Coordinate service and inspection contractors.
- Configure and maintain access control, badging and IP camera management systems.
- Assists with and/or performs system debugging and maintenance of onsite systems.
- Assists with identification of work scopes and development of cost estimates.
- Assists in checking references and making recommendations for contract awards.
- Serves as liaison with consulting firms working closely with contracted professionals.
- Works for effective collaboration among all parties and quality assurance among all parties.
- Coordinates with in-house departments and directs minor contract work.
- Works diligently to assure satisfactory and timely completion of projects.
- Is knowledgeable of special systems and conscientious in maintaining integrity of security and safety systems.
- Has a working knowledge of national codes related to life safety, accessibility, and locking systems, requiring accuracy and attention to detail.
- Requires the ability to plan, organize, coordinate and document multiple concurrent complex tasks and projects.
- Participate in professional developments activities to maintain current knowledge of personnel rules, regulations and practices.
- Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance.
- Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.
- Perform other duties as assigned based on department needs.
Electronics Technician/Fire Alarm Technician
Judson Independent School District
03.2020 - 06.2024
- Diagnosed and repaired electronics, fire alarm, intrusion alarm system equipment, ensuring optimal performance for educational environments.
- Conducted regular maintenance on school electronics, preventing potential failures and prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools for accurate identification of system faults, minimizing repair times significantly.
- Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and testing instruments.
- Enhanced system performance by troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
- Installed and maintained a variety of electrical and electronic components in accordance with approved methods and procedures.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment failures to reduce operational disruption.
- Assembled, tested and maintained components and systems for high-performing electronics.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems by providing timely maintenance and repair services.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, limiting electrical risk and equipment downtime.
- Increased overall efficiency by installing, testing, and maintaining electronic devices and systems.
- Reviewed and interpreted service manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
- Reduced equipment failure rates by developing and executing preventative maintenance schedule.
- Improved system reliability by conducting regular maintenance checks and updates on electronic equipment.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
Electrical/Auto Mechanic Technician
Austin Highway Auto Service
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Used technical manuals and repair documentation to plan and implement high-quality corrections to various owner issues.
- Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of recommended oil per specs.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Installation of auto radios, speakers, amplifiers, security alarms, led lighting following car manual schematics.
- Replacing faulty auto alternators, starters, batteries, ignition coils, radiators, spark plugs, belts, wheel axles, brake calipers, shocks/struts, wheels and tires.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary maintenance, including belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
Electrical Quality Inspector
Baker Hughes/GE Oil & Gas
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Perform In-process and Final inspections on Valves, Transmitters (level, pressure, flow, temperature), Cable Tray Systems, Conduit raceways, Control & Junction panels, Cable routing, Cable terminations, Heat Trace and MCC buildings in accordance with vendor, internal and regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for internal and customer process of inspections and test plans throughout the lifecycle of product assembly.
- Perform Rework and Management of Change (MOC) validations.
- Develop and maintain Quality Data Books; to include all E&I drawings, NCRs, punch items, MRB log, MOC verifications, transmitter, thermowell, motor and valve data sheets, FIOT (Factory Input / Output Testing) documentation, internal and customer ITRs, and calibration documentation.
- Initiate non-conformance reports (NCR) in QCR System, generate and maintain punch items in Unifier and on Punch lists.
- Communicate with electrical engineering and manufacturing assisting with corrective actions, and follow up to ensure compliance, communicate with customer regarding quality data books and inspections.
- Research data as required; procedures, processes and manufacturer documentation/work instructions.
- Follow standards and codes: ISO9001, NEC, UL 508A, and ASME.
- Capable of reviewing and interpreting P&ID’s, engineered drawings, specifications and work instructions.
- Demonstrate proficiency with tools and equipment used in conducting inspections and tests.
- Ability to read common measuring devices; tapes, micrometers, multimeters, etc.
- Ensure required inspection documentation is being utilized correctly during inspections.
- Ensure all testing equipment used during FIOT is calibrated and in good working order.
- Ensure FIOT procedures are being followed during testing.
- Observe ALL safety policies, procedures and report unsafe acts or conditions, stop work if necessary.
- Participate and adapt successfully in a team orientated environment.
Electrical Assembler III
Baker Hughes/GE Oil & Gas
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Executed the task of cutting, installing supports for multiple sizes of cable trays per electrical engineering drawings on different types of modular process skids for LNG plant.
- Performed cutting and installing cable trays on multiple modular process skids at different heights per electrical engineering drawings.
- Carried out the task of cutting, installing supports for different sizes of conduits per electrical engineering drawings on different types of modular process skids for LNG plant.
- Performed bending, cutting and installing conduits on multiple modular process skids per electrical engineering drawings.
- Assembled control and junction panels per electrical engineering drawings. (Installing power supplies, heaters, wire ducts, Allen Bradley I/O module, wire glands, terminal blocks etc.)
- FulFilled the task of pulling wire from electrical panels to cable tray to conduits to On/Off valves, Control valves and Transmitters (level, pressure, flow, temperature).
- Achieved in labeling, terminating wires in control panels, junction panels, on/off valves, control valves and transmitters (level, pressure, flow, temperature) per electrical engineering drawings and work orders.
- Performed housekeeping and clean up duties upon completion of assigned tasks.
Apprentice Electrician
Alternative Energy Development
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Installed photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
- Assembled solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.
- Determined appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment.
- Installed module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation.
- Identified methods for laying out, orienting, and mounting modules or arrays to ensure efficient installation, electrical configuration or system maintenance.
- Identified electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.
- Examined designs to determine current requirements for all parts of the photovoltaic (PV) system electrical circuit.
- Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations.
- Tested operating voltages to ensure operation was within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers.
- Measured, cut and bend conduit, using measuring instruments, hand tools and power tools.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
Education
Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering -
ITT Technical Institute
San Antonio, TX08-2002
Skills
- Standard power/hand tool knowledge
- Schematics and blueprints
- Scissor Lift
- Forklift
- Boom lift
- System installations
- Overhead Crane
- Hand/Chicago Bender
- Inventory Management
- Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Access)
- Windows 7/10
- Typing Proficiency: 30-35 WPM
- Wiring diagrams and plans
- Auto Mechanics
- Basic Soldering/Welding
- Safety awareness
- Digital Multimeters
- Hardware troubleshooting
References
Upon request
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Systems Administrator
Judson Independent School District
07.2024 - 09.2024
Electronics Technician/Fire Alarm Technician
Judson Independent School District
03.2020 - 06.2024
Electrical/Auto Mechanic Technician
Austin Highway Auto Service
06.2019 - 02.2020
Electrical Quality Inspector
Baker Hughes/GE Oil & Gas
08.2016 - 09.2018
Electrical Assembler III
Baker Hughes/GE Oil & Gas
09.2014 - 08.2016
Apprentice Electrician
Alternative Energy Development
02.2013 - 03.2014
Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering -
ITT Technical Institute
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