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Benjamin Munoz

Imperial Beach

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at SDG&E, excelling in emergency response and troubleshooting. Proven leadership in coordinating traffic control crews, linemen, and other employees, while ensuring safety on-site. Adept at troubleshooting and problem-solving, consistently delivering results in high-pressure situations. Committed to maintaining operational excellence to add value to the organization's objective of building the cleanest, safest, most reliable energy company in America.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Locator

SDG&E
San Diego
01.2020 - Current

(01/2020-10/2022)

(10/2023-Present)

  • Responsible for responding to Dig Alert tickets and marking and identifying underground gas and electric lines in the areas requested by contractors and/or homeowners, etc.
  • Required to be computer-efficient in order to use the GIS mapping system to correctly mark and identify underground gas and electric lines.
  • Work directly with contractors and homeowners to determine delineated work areas, and to negotiate marking schedules.
  • Work closely with SDG&E Gas Crews and Electric Crews to assist with emergencies and routine work.
  • Locator is the foreman of each job performed which requires being responsible for working with Traffic Control and Stand By Lineman on certain jobs and maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Required to respond to all emergencies including gas leaks, broken gas lines, outages, damaged electrical structures, water main breaks and more.
  • Work directly with Service Planners when requested to mark underground gas and electric services to assist with placement of new services or redesigning of existing services.
  • On-Call 24/7
  • Required to drive company vehicle home in order to respond to emergencies when outside of normal work hours.

Electrician Assistant

SDG&E
San Diego
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Assisted journeyman electricians with the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
  • Operated hand and power tools safely and effectively on job sites.
  • Supported team in troubleshooting electrical issues and repairs.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas during projects.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance on all tasks performed.
  • Helped with the inventory management of tools and supplies needed for tasks.
  • Retrieved and completed switching orders from the switching center under journeyman supervision.

Laborer

SDG&E
San Diego
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assisted in loading and unloading materials for multiple projects.
  • Maintained a clean and organized worksite to enhance safety protocols.
  • Handled tools and equipment for daily construction activities effectively.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Assisted Gas Crew and Gas Foreman with placing new underground gas lines.
  • Required to dig trenches to company standards in order for gas lines to be placed.

Product Development Engineer

Zl1 Addons
Poway
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Packaged and shipped products while maintaining inventory.
  • Designed innovative product features based on market research and customer feedback.
  • Answered phone calls and provided customer service regarding product.
  • Assisted with installation of products on vehicles.

Sales

PepsiCo
San Diego
06.2016 - 09.2018
  • Maintained and organized products on store shelves and back rooms.
  • Managed inventory at each assigned account.
  • Built and maintained relationships with customers.
  • Loaded cases and pallets of products onto delivery trucks.
  • Build displays in stores according to company promotions.
  • Lead crew of employees to reset store shelves to company standard.

Sales Associate

Hamel's Surf Shop
San Diego
01.2016 - 06.2016
  • Assisted customers in selecting surfboards and accessories based on their needs.
  • Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance shopping experience.

Cashier

Sombrero's Mexican Food
San Marcos
07.2015 - 01.2016
  • Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced daily sales reports.
  • Provided exceptional customer service and took orders.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mar Vista High School
Imperial Beach
06-2015

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Troubleshooting
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Emergency response
  • GIS mapping
  • Traffic control coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership skills
  • Decision-making
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Certification

  • Class A License
  • CPR Certified
  • Prepare for Management Exam (PFM)

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Electrician Assistant

SDG&E
10.2022 - 10.2023

Locator

SDG&E
01.2020 - Current

Laborer

SDG&E
07.2019 - 01.2020

Product Development Engineer

Zl1 Addons
10.2018 - 07.2019

Sales

PepsiCo
06.2016 - 09.2018

Sales Associate

Hamel's Surf Shop
01.2016 - 06.2016

Cashier

Sombrero's Mexican Food
07.2015 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Mar Vista High School
Benjamin Munoz