Rique Martinez
Lead Traffic Signal & Streetlight technician, 26 Years of Traffic Signal & Infrastructure Experience
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Results-driven traffic signal and streetlight lead technician with expertise in traffic signal installation, electrical troubleshooting, and project management. Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality, consistently delivering projects on time and within specifications.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Traffic Signal & Streetlight Lead Technician
Bear Electrical Solutions
Sacramento
10.2022 - Current
- Lead LED retrofits, signal cabinet installations, traffic signal and street light pole modifications and installations, and detection systems
- Lead crews in installation, modification, and upgrades of traffic signal and roadway lighting systems
- Execute projects from plans and specifications with minimal oversight
- Coordinated equipment, materials, and manpower, ensuring adherence to project schedule and quality standards
- Conduct weekly safety meetings and maintain full work zone compliance
- Acted as primary field contact for inspectors and project management, facilitating communication and project alignment
- Troubleshoot electrical and construction issues solving complex problems
Journeyman Electrician Foreman
St Francis Electric
Woodland
10.2017 - 10.2022
- Led crews in installation, modification, and upgrades of traffic signal and roadway lighting systems, enhancing operational efficiency
- Supervised electrical installations for public works projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
- Oversaw LED retrofits, signal cabinet installations, and fiber optic runs, coordinating efforts to meet project timelines and specifications
- Installed conduit, foundations, signal cabinets, controllers, lighting, traffic signals, and detection systems
- Executed projects from plans and specifications with precise guidance
- Ensured safety while working in live traffic and public environments
- Serve as primary field contact for inspectors and project management
Skills
- Traffic signal installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Pressure handling
- Public works standards
- Equipment coordination
- Blueprint reading
- Maintenance and repairs
- Project management
- Time management
- Mechanical expertise
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Mechanical expertise
- Experienced in Mentoring Electricians, Operators, and Labors while maintaining production and safety standards
Certification
California NEC Certified
CPR Certified
OSHA 10 and 30
OSHA Certified Boom Lift
IMSA Work Zone Safety
IMSA Traffic Signal Level 1
IMSA Traffic Signal Level 2
IMSA Traffic Signal Level 3 Pending
Timeline
Traffic Signal & Streetlight Lead Technician
Bear Electrical Solutions
10.2022 - Current
Journeyman Electrician Foreman
St Francis Electric
10.2017 - 10.2022