Joel Padilla

Executed installation, removal, and repair of large and small water services. Programmed advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) communication modules during water service installations.
Cut, fitted, laid, and repaired water mains while performing routine cleaning and flushing.
Inspected, tested, and operated valves, fittings, and related water distribution equipment.Operated trucks and construction equipment including backhoes and hydro excavators.
Performed repairs on fire hydrants and conducted flow tests on related equipment.

• Participates in water system maintenance and repair work; locates, excavates and repairs water lines and related facilities.
• Inspects water projects for leaks, decayed pipes, spillages and pump malfunctioning..
• Installs barricades and routes traffic in a safe manner.
• Operates a variety of tools and equipment, including a jackhammer; pours and finishes concrete and blacktop.
• Assists in training less experienced personnel
• Performs a regularly scheduled standby shift as assigned.
• Lead crews on a regular basis.

Executed repair of service leaks and resolved water main breaks efficiently. Installed fire hydrants and applied repair clamps to enhance system reliability. Ensured accurate readings by installing new water meters. Operated hydro excavator trucks and heavy equipment including backhoes and loaders. Utilized pinch-off tools, power tools, hand tools, and air compressors for multiple tasks.

• Work efficiently and safely with others.
• Understand and follow instructions and directions.
• Respond to emergency call outs after normal working hours on standby.

Conduced inspections of storm drains, utilizing hydro excavator trucks for effective cleaning.
Oversaw operations of paint legends truck, applying STOP bars on crosswalks and bike lanes.
Applied curb paint in red, white and yellow to enhance visibility.
Engaged in asphalt crew tasks, including street paving, sidewalk patching, grinding, and concrete pouring.
Executed gutter milling and channel cleanup for efficient drainage maintenance.
Operated asphalt paver, rollers, water trucks, skip loaders and backhoes.

• Operated street maintenance machinery to repair potholes and improve road conditions.
• Conducted routine inspections of public roadways to identify safety hazards and maintenance needs.
• Collaborated with team members to implement efficient work practices for street repair projects.
• Utilized various tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, jackhammers, and heavy machinery to perform routine maintenance duties efficiently.
• Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.

Operated heavy machinery, including excavators, bulldozers, and dump trucks for highway construction and asphalt paving.
Monitored job site conditions to adjust operations and maintain productivity during environmental changes. Executed asphalt laying tasks in high-stress environments while adhering to safety protocols.
Transported heavy materials efficiently, ensuring compliance with safety measures throughout operations.

• Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
• Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
• Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.

Executed installation of bathroom partitions, accessories, projection screens, mirrors, and handicap equipment.
Collaborated with superintendent and inspectors in troubleshooting and answering project-related questions.
Facilitated effective communication to meet project requirements and timelines.

• Collaborated with teams to streamline installation processes, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Trained junior installers on equipment handling and installation techniques.
• Conducted thorough inspections of installations to ensure quality standards were met.
• Blueprint reading
• Diagnosed and resolved technical issues promptly during installation projects.