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RUBEN CANTU

Edinburg,TX

Summary

Engineering professional with advanced electrical knowledge and advanced design experience. Works great with technical and non-technical personnel to achieve common goals. Experienced in team training and supervision.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Technician

American Electric Power
01.2017 - Current
  • Provided project management for all new residential, commercial, and subdivision clientele
  • Designed, and engineered all new projects per NEC/AEP guidelines
  • Prepared construction packets including plan and profile drawings, design drawings, material and construction specifications, project schedules, and bills of material
  • Developed design alternatives and cost estimates for proposed projects
  • Formed positive relationships with external contractors, engineering firms, and new customers
  • Monitored project expenditures and schedules
  • Worked with Management, Distribution, Transmission, Reliability, Supply Chain, Metering, and Right of Way as needed
  • Prepared all exhibits, surveys, and easements
  • Acquired GPS locations with Trimble surveying equipment for various design projects
  • Proficient in DDS/AutoCAD software and many office applications.

Field Engineer

Coinstar
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Serviced and maintained 72 Coinstar machines from Port Isabel to Laredo, Texas
  • Identified and resolved equipment malfunctions.
  • Worked with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to obtain replacement parts
  • Tested electronic units using standard test equipment and analyzed performance results to determine need for adjustment.
  • Adjusted and replaced malfunctioning circuitry and electronic components
  • Responsible for high volumes of coin currency.

Field Technician

Time Warner Cable
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Responsible for repair and service of high speed data and digital cable services
  • Climbed ladders exceeding thirty feet or more
  • Worked with various power and hand tools
  • Measured service levels from aerial and ground taps


Chief Engineer

Border Media Partners
01.2004 - 01.2010
  • Maintained and repaired all RF transmitter and automation equipment in The United States and Mexico
  • Maintained and repaired all generators, transfer switches, and hvac systems at all FM/AM transmitter sites
  • Followed all F.C.C
  • Regulations and policies
  • Maintained company public file.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nikki Rowe High School
McAllen, Texas
05.1996

Bachelor of Science - Currently Enrolled - (Online)

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, New Hampshire

Skills

  • Strong leader
  • Project Scheduling
  • Technical issue resolution
  • Design Problem Solving
  • Electrical Transmission and Distribution

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Engineering Technician

American Electric Power
01.2017 - Current

Field Engineer

Coinstar
01.2013 - 01.2017

Field Technician

Time Warner Cable
01.2012 - 01.2013

Chief Engineer

Border Media Partners
01.2004 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Nikki Rowe High School

Bachelor of Science - Currently Enrolled - (Online)

Southern New Hampshire University

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