ROLANDO VELA
Hidalgo,US
Summary
Dynamic Substation Technician with extensive expertise in high-voltage electrical systems, maintenance, and safety compliance. Proven success in collaborating with engineering teams to optimize operational efficiency and enhance system reliability. Committed to leveraging technical skills and innovative problem-solving abilities to drive the objectives of a progressive organization. Eager to contribute to a team that values safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement in electrical infrastructure.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substation Technician
Dd Grid
Lewisville, TX
06.2025 - Current
- Executed welding of aluminum bus pipes utilizing FCAW-G process.
- Showcased ability to understand and interpret blueprints.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired high-voltage electrical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted routine inspections of substations to monitor equipment performance and identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability of electrical transmission systems.
- Performed testing and commissioning of high voltage substations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Inspected power system components for proper installation to ensure safe operation.
- Opened and closed switches to isolate defective relays, performed adjustments, and repairs.
- Scheduled and supervised splicing and termination of cables in color-code order.
- Tested insulators and equipment by inducing voltage across insulation, testing current and calculating insulation loss.
Substation Technician
BURNS N MCDONNELL
TEXAS
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Knowledge of high-voltage (HV) electrical transmission and distribution systems industrial plan comprehension and understanding of blueprints
- Installed, maintained, and repaired high-voltage electrical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted routine inspections of substations to monitor equipment performance and identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability of electrical transmission systems.
- Performed testing and commissioning of high voltage substations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Inspected power system components for proper installation to ensure safe operation.
- Opened and closed switches to isolate defective relays, performed adjustments, and repairs.
- Scheduled and supervised splicing and termination of cables in color-code order.
- Tested insulators and equipment by inducing voltage across insulation, testing current and calculating insulation loss.
Substation Technician
RES SYSTEM 3
US
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Utilized blueprint understanding to ensure accurate implementation of electrical systems.
- Pouring and finishing concrete work experience
- Qualified operator of heavy machinery such as excavator, manlift, forklift, dirt compactors, skid loader, backhoe, water trucks and trencher
- Use of power tools, like hydraulic press, hammer drill, cable cutters, knockout punch and pipe bender
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus
- Assemble and installation of insulators, above and below ground electrical conduit, steel erection electrical manholes, (CVT), (CCVT), (HV) circuits breaker, set up of steel structure, lighting arresters (PT,CT) and aluminum bus
- Cad weld and grounding installation knowledge
- Climbing skills, capacity to carry 75 pounds
- Ability to work in all weather recognized safety hazards associated with electrical line work and performed duties safely
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Suggested changes to standard operational and working practices, providing leadership needed to develop and implement continuous improvements
- Resolved problems and escalated high-level issues to supervisor within established timeframes
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects
- Mentored and coached team members to ensure successful performance
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees
Lead Substation Technician
BOBCAT POWER
TEXAS
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on high-voltage equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards. Pouring and finishing concrete work experience
- Qualified operator of heavy machinery such as excavator, manlift, forklift, dirt compactors, skid loader, backhoe, water trucks and trencher
- Use of power tools, like hydraulic press, hammer drill, cable cutters, knockout punch and pipe benderAssemble, install, test,and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus
- Assemble and installation of insulators, above and below ground electrical conduit, steel erection electrical manholes, (CVT), (CCVT), (HV) circuits breaker, set up of steel structure, lighting arresters (PT,CT) and aluminum bus
- Cad weld press and grounding installation knowledge.
- Climbing skills, capacity to carry 75 pounds
- Ability to work in all weather recognized safety hazards associated with electrical line work and performed duties safely
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and exible.
- Resolved problems and escalated high-level issues to supervisor within established timeframes
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects
- Mentored and coached team members to ensure successful performance
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees to increase productivity and meet project benchmarks
Substation Technician
BIANCHI ELECTRIC
US
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Knowledge of high-voltage (HV) electrical transmission and distribution for AEP systems industrial plan comprehension and understanding of blueprints
- Pouring and finishing concrete work experience
- Qualified operator of heavy machinery such as excavator, manlift, forklift, dirt compactors, skid loader, backhoe, water trucks and trencher
- Use of power tools, like hydraulic press, hammer drill, cable cutters, knockout punch and pipe bender
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus
- Assemble and installation of insulators, above and below ground electrical conduit, steel erection electrical manholes, (CVT), (CCVT), (HV) circuits breaker, set up of steel structure, lighting arresters (PT,CT) and aluminum bus
- Cad weld and grounding installation knowledge
- Climbing skills, capacity to carry 75 pounds
- Ability to work in all weather recognized safety hazards associated with electrical line work and performed duties safely
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Suggested changes to standard operational and working practices, providing leadership needed to develop and implement continuous improvements
- Resolved problems and escalated high-level issues to supervisor within established timeframes
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects
- Mentored and coached team members to ensure successful performance
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees to increase productivity and meet project benchmarks
Substation Technician
GREAT SOUTHWESTERN CONSTRUCTION INC.
US
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: Transmission & Distribution
- Knowledge of high-voltage (HV) electrical transmission and distribution for ONCORE systems industrial plan comprehension and understanding of blueprints
- Pouring and finishing concrete work experience
- Qualified operator of heavy machinery such as excavator, manlift, forklift, dirt compactors, skid loader, backhoe, water trucks and trencher
- Use of power tools, like hydraulic press, hammer drill, cable cutters, knockout punch and pipe bender
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus
- Assemble and installation of insulators, above and below ground electrical conduit, steel erection electrical manholes, (CVT), (CCVT), (HV) circuits breaker, set up of steel structure, lighting arresters (PT,CT) and aluminum bus
- Cad weld and grounding installation knowledge
- Climbing skills, capacity to carry 75 pounds
- Ability to work in all weather recognized safety hazards associated with electrical line work and performed duties safely
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Suggested changes to standard operational and working practices, providing leadership needed to develop and implement continuous improvements
- Transmission & Distribution
Substation Technician
THE BRANDT COMPANIES
US
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Knowledge of high-voltage (HV) electrical transmission and distribution systems
- Industrial plan comprehension and understanding of blueprints for LCRA substation work
- Pouring and finishing concrete work experience
- Qualified operator of heavy machinery such as excavator, manlift, forklift, dirt compactors, skid loader, backhoe, water trucks and trencher
- Use of power tools, like hydraulic press, hammer drill, cable cutters, knockout punch and pipe bender
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures
- Assemble and installation of insulators, above and below ground electrical conduit, electrical manholes, (CVT), (CCVT), (HV) circuits breaker, set up of steel structure, lighting arresters and aluminum bus
- Cad weld and grounding installation knowledge
- Climbing skills, capacity to carry 75 pounds, and the ability to work in all weather
T&D Groundman
GREAT SOUTHWESTERN CONSTRUCTION INC.
US
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Resolved problems and escalated high-level issues to supervisor within established timeframes
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects
- Mentored and coached team members to ensure successful performance
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees to increase productivity and meet project benchmarks
- Knowledge of high-voltage (HV) electrical transmission and distribution systems
- Industrial plan comprehension and understanding of blueprints
- Pouring and finishing concrete work experience
- Qualified operator of heavy machinery such as excavator, manlift, forklift, dirt compactors, skid loader, backhoe, water trucks and trencher
- Use of power tools, like hydraulic press, hammer drill, cable cutters, knockout punch and pipe bender
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures
- Assemble and installation of insulators, above and below ground electrical conduit, electrical manholes, (CVT), (CCVT), (HV) circuits breaker, set up of steel structure, lighting arresters and aluminum bus
- Cad weld and grounding installation knowledge
- Climbing skills, capacity to carry 75 pounds, and the ability to work in all weather
- Recognized safety hazards associated with electrical line work and performed duties safely
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Christian Correspondence High School
GA01.2016
Diploma - Flux core welding (SMAW) (FCAW)
McAllen Careers Center
TX10.2013
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Power systems
- PPE Compliance
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Maintenance and Repair
- Teambuilding
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Time Management
- Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- People skills
- Problem resolution
- Planning & organizing
- Relationship building
- Reading Comprehension
- Conduit Running
- OSHA Regulations
- Quality Assurance
- Learning Strategies
- Cable Pulling
- Personnel Protection
- Project Requirements
- Basic Tools
- Column Connecting
- Structure Erection
- Heavy Lifting
- OSHA Compliance
- Blueprint Reading
- Safe Work Practices
- Stress Tolerance
- Lockout and Tagout
- Equipment installation
- Risk assessment
- Quality control
- Blueprint reading
- Task prioritization
- Active listening
- Professionalism
- Team collaboration
- Self motivation
- Multitasking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
PERSONAL INFORMATION
- Willing To Relocate: YES
- Authorized To Work in the US: YES
- Bilingual: YES
ABILITY TO WORK LENGTHY PERIODS
YES
CAPABLE TO WORK IN ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS
YES
Timeline
Substation Technician
Dd Grid
06.2025 - Current
Substation Technician
BURNS N MCDONNELL
02.2025 - 06.2025
Substation Technician
RES SYSTEM 3
04.2023 - 01.2025
Lead Substation Technician
BOBCAT POWER
02.2023 - 03.2023
Substation Technician
BIANCHI ELECTRIC
04.2022 - 01.2023
Substation Technician
GREAT SOUTHWESTERN CONSTRUCTION INC.
12.2020 - 04.2022
Substation Technician
THE BRANDT COMPANIES
10.2019 - 12.2020
T&D Groundman
GREAT SOUTHWESTERN CONSTRUCTION INC.
01.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Christian Correspondence High School
Diploma - Flux core welding (SMAW) (FCAW)
McAllen Careers Center