Eduardo Cruz
Napa
Summary
Dynamic and motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for continuous learning. Seeking opportunities to apply my background in electrical work while striving to grow into a leadership position within the industry. Eager to contribute to a team-driven environment and drive success through innovation and collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Signal Maintainer
Cal Train / Transit America Services Inc.
Menlo Park, CA
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Responsible for the repair, maintenance, testing, and inspection of all grade crossing warning, train control devices, and communication facilities located along the railroad system (i.e. automatic block signal systems, traffic control systems, train control and cab signal systems, interlocking systems, railway highway grade crossing protection, and other similar devices, appliances and systems).
- Documents work activities and inspections in accordance with Railroad, State Department of Transportation (DOT), and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements.
- Responds to trouble calls regarding signal failures during and outside of normal work hours (including nights and weekends).
- Diagnose signal malfunctions using advanced troubleshooting techniques & tools.
- Responsible for electrical troubleshooting and wiring.
- Construction work - trenching, laying conduit, pull cable and wire to structures for railroad crossing locations.
- Follow safety protocols when working near 25kv overhead catenary system.
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of tasks/projects.
- Read and interpreted circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to efficiently complete job tasks and projects.
Utility Worker/Maintainer
Herzog (TransitAmerica Inc.)
Oakland, CA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Performs daily inspection of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems on passenger rail vehicles (rail equipment) using written task list within a specified time period.
- Conducts both interior and exterior inspections on rail equipment as required by federal and state regulatory agencies as well as company implemented policies and procedures.
- Completes equipment inspection forms, work order forms and other forms as required.
- Prioritizes and completes repairs within a specified time-period.
- Operates basic hand tools including digital multi-meters, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment in a safe, proficient manner.
- Cleans and maintains work area, tools, and shop equipment.
- Facility maintenance and in-house repair of electrical and mechanical components.
- Comply with FRA regulations.
Associate Electrician
VEEV
Hayward, CA
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Assemble, evaluate, test and maintain electrical/electronic wiring
- Construct and fabricate parts
- Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems
- Inspect electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers.
- Identify electrical problems using a variety of testing devices.
- Repair/replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Conduct operations in compliance with OSHA and general safety standard.
- Measure and cut Unistrut with bandsaw.
- Daily use of ladders and hand tools/power tools.
- Assist with additional construction projects as needed.
- Pulling electrical wiring through electrical conduit and properly securing conduit, mc to Unistrut.
- Terminating electrical panels, set fixtures, outlets, and various electrical devices.
- Responsible for keeping and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Laid off due to company shutdown
Education
Electrician Trainee - Electrician Certification
Institute For Business And Technology
Santa Clara, CA04.2023
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting & diagnostic
- Mechanical knowledge
- Preventative & corrective maintenance
- Motor control systems & relay logic
- Blueprint & Electrical Schematic Interpretation
- Use of Electrical Testing Equipment (Multimeter, Megger, etc)
- Documentation & Work Order Management
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Heavy Equipment operation
- Hand & Power tools operation
- Working at Heights
- Great team player
- Detail oriented
- Wiring installation
- Excellent communication
- PPE oriented
- CPR
Certification
- Scissor Lift Certification
- Electrician Certification
- Electrical Trainee Card #T85173
Timeline
Signal Maintainer
Cal Train / Transit America Services Inc.
05.2024 - 11.2025
Utility Worker/Maintainer
Herzog (TransitAmerica Inc.)
01.2024 - 05.2024
Associate Electrician
VEEV
10.2023 - 11.2023
Electrician Trainee - Electrician Certification
Institute For Business And Technology