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Raul Arellano

Belvidere

Summary

Versatile and motivated professional with hands-on experience in military maintenance, underground utility locating, and vehicle operations in both mission-critical and customer-facing environments. Proven leader with experience managing squads, mentoring personnel, and coordinating maintenance to ensure equipment readiness and reliability.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

94F / Squad Leader

Illinois National Guard
Machesney Park, IL
07.2017 - Current
  • Volunteered to lead Night Vision Drivers training FY2025; certified 148 Soldiers in 2 days, enhancing operational readiness for JRTC and EDU mission.
  • Committed to mentoring lower-enlisted personnel at drills, fostered professional development, benefiting the growth of six soldiers.
  • Cross trained as 91B Light wheeled mechanic for 7 years.
  • Performed preventative maintenance checks and services in accordance with manufacturer technical manuals.

Utility locator

On The Spot Utilities
Rockford, IL
10.2025 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with homeowners, contractors, and other locators regarding utility locates.
  • Developed efficient workflows for utility marking processes, enhancing response times
  • Operated advanced utility locating equipment to accurately identify underground infrastructure

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago
05-2025

Skills

  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Diagnostics
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Work order management

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Utility locator

On The Spot Utilities
10.2025 - Current

94F / Squad Leader

Illinois National Guard
07.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

University of Illinois At Chicago

AWARDS

Distinguished Honor Graduate of Ordnance School - 11/2019

Army Achievement Medal - 08/2020

Raul Arellano