RONNIE GONZALEZ
Corpus Christi
Summary
Experienced Lead Aerial Lineman specializing in FTTH projects and construction management. Expertise includes strand building, fiber placement, underground pulling, and fiber splicing. Strong in pole and line inspections, with effective troubleshooting skills that enhance project efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Aerial Lineman
HOUSLEY GROUP
Corpus Christi
04.2025 - Current
- Executed construction of fiber-to-the-home projects, installing strand anchors and fiber cables to enhance service delivery.
- Climbed utility poles using climbing belts and hooks for equipment access and repairs.
- Operated bucket trucks and heavy equipment safely during construction activities.
- Facilitated on-the-job training for apprentices and crew members, improving skills in power line maintenance and construction.
- Interpreted blueprints for fiber-to-the-home projects alongside business and maintenance initiatives.
- Utilized specialized tools, including cutters, strippers, crimpers, wrenches, pliers, and saws, for project tasks.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding service line repair issues.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while working at heights and near energized circuits, minimizing risk of accidents.
Cable Lineman
DCOMM
Corpus Christi
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Executed FTTH projects by interpreting prints and constructing aerial and underground installations, ensuring reliable service delivery.
- Optimized cable performance through signal testing, fault location identification, and leakage detection.
- Conducted cable infrastructure inspections to proactively identify potential issues before escalation.
- Assisted in emergency repairs during natural disasters, ensuring rapid restoration of damaged cables.
- Minimized client disruptions during installations through effective time management and streamlined task completion, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through clear communication and high-quality service delivery, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Participated in safety meetings to promote best practices for hazard reduction.
- Maintained a clean driving record while transporting crew and equipment safely between sites.
Construction Manager
ASPEN UTILITY COMPANY
Corpus Christi
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Managed FTTH projects, ensuring completion met all standards and timelines.
- Developed construction plans, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Coordinated construction schedules for utility installations, enhancing overall project efficiency.
- Supervised subcontractors and coordinated material delivery, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Inspected job sites regularly to verify adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Resolved project issues promptly, maintaining project timelines and budget compliance.
- Analyzed cable and fiber blueprints to identify potential conflicts or issues.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy prior to payment authorization.
Cable Lineman
SDT TELECOM
Corpus Christi
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Climbed poles to install or repair aerial cable lines.
- Maintained, adjusted, and repaired cable systems.
- Repaired damaged cables by replacing defective components such as connectors, amplifiers, splitters.
- Installed and spliced fiber-optic cables in underground trenches.
- Operated specialized hydraulic equipment to dig holes for cabling installation.
- Placed underground conduit and installed cables inside them.
- Connected coaxial cables from distribution points to customer's premises.
- Constructed new service drop lines from utility poles to customers' premises.
- Tested newly installed cables with a variety of testing devices.
- Measured signal levels using meters and other test equipment.
- Measured signal strength at utility poles.
- Assisted in troubleshooting cable service issues, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Responded swiftly to emergency customer requests, ensuring timely resolution of service outages.
- Ensured that all work was completed according to company standards and specifications.
- Followed safety regulations while performing duties at heights or working around hazardous materials.
- Trained and guided new Cable Lineman employees, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Worked closely with other team members in order to complete projects within deadlines set by management.
- Set up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing or adjusting equipment.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
Broadband Technician
GRANDE COMMUNICATIONS
Corpus Christi
02.2016 - 07.2021
- Installed and configured customer modems and routers to ensure compatibility with the broadband service.
- Installed and tested coaxial cable, fiber optic cables, and other related equipment.
- Set up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing or adjusting equipment.
- Repaired damaged lines and infrastructure from natural disasters or vandalism, restoring service to affected customers.
- Performed maintenance on cable systems, troubleshooting signal strength and clarity issues to enhance service reliability.
- Tested connections to verify power supplies and communication link functionality.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed systems using speed, ping and related tests.
- Diagnosed errors and technical problems and determined solutions to produce timely service reports.
- Inspected cable lines for damage or corrosion, preventing service interruptions and ensuring consistent performance.
- Repaired faulty connections by removing old wiring and replacing it with new wiring.
- Tested newly installed cables using specialized testing equipment such as voltmeters, signal level meters and sweep frequency generators.
- Ran wires between components and to outside cable systems.
- Climbed poles and ladders to install, maintain or inspect equipment.
- Ensured that all installations met industry standards for safety and quality assurance.
- Briefed customers on equipment, usage and product specification.
- Collaborated with customers to explain services available and answer questions about technical issues.
- Provided customer support by answering inquiries regarding installation, billing and product features over the phone or in person.
- Replaced defective parts or components within a cable system when necessary.
- Performed work for residential and commercial customers, including connecting, reconnecting, disconnecting or altering services.
Education
High School Diploma -
W.B Ray High School
TX05-2007
Skills
- Cable splicing expertise
- Fiber optic installation
- Coaxial cable handling
- Signal testing
- Underground cable installation
- Cabling design
- Safety regulations
- OSHA Compliance
- Quality assurance
- Site assessment
- Job site setup
- Schedule management
- Scope Management
- Construction equipment
- Bucket truck operation
- Power and hand tool operation
- Documentation management
- Materials Procurement
- Vendor management
- Troubleshooting skills
- Network troubleshooting
- System repairs
- Crisis management
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Hand tool proficiency
- System repairs
- Problem-solving
Websites
References
- Jessie Ortiz, 361-561-7044
- Christopher Benavides, 362-510-8016
- Matt Blau, 832-361-2305
Certification
- OSHA
Timeline
Lead Aerial Lineman
HOUSLEY GROUP
04.2025 - Current
Cable Lineman
DCOMM
10.2024 - 04.2025
Construction Manager
ASPEN UTILITY COMPANY
10.2022 - 10.2024
Cable Lineman
SDT TELECOM
08.2021 - 10.2022
Broadband Technician
GRANDE COMMUNICATIONS
02.2016 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
W.B Ray High School