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LARRY LARA

Murrieta

Summary

Skilled in troubleshooting and providing top-notch customer service, refined abilities at Wilson Construction and the USMC. Excelled in using hand and power tools, confidently leading teams. Strong emphasis on safety, problem-solving, and effective project management. Unique combination of technical expertise and essential soft skills crucial for demanding work environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Water Meter Reader

Rancho California Water District
04.2025 - Current

-Replacing aged water meters throughout the water district using field maps.

-Notifying customers in a professional manner before and after each meter exchange.

-Documenting using field maps and email after each meter exchange.

-Responsible for stocking materials and upkeep of company truck.

-Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Apprentice Lineman

Wilson Construction
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Operated bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers and other heavy equipment in a safe manner.
  • Climbed utility poles using climbing belt and hooks to access equipment for repair or installation.
  • Used specialized tools such as cutters, strippers, crimpers, wrenches, pliers, and saws while working on projects.
  • Communicated professionally with customers regarding issues related to their service line repairs.
  • Followed OSHA regulations closely when conducting hazardous operations such as climbing utility poles.
  • Demonstrated strong technical knowledge in basic electrical principles and equipment installation.
  • Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.

Groundman

K.V. Structures
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Operated and maintained heavy equipment such as Skid steers, excavators, and water trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times while operating equipment.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
  • Utilized a range of hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies needed for line work projects.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials at sites.
  • Dug trenches and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.

Marine

USMC
05.2011 - 08.2021
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities in mentoring and training junior Marines to operate complex communications systems.
  • Performed quality assurance inspections on work performed by subordinates, providing corrective guidance when necessary.
  • Exercised initiative in responding to emergency situations requiring quick decision making.
  • Developed effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, command staff members, and external stakeholders.
  • Compiled detailed after action reports summarizing events during training exercises or deployments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Aubrey High School
05.2008

Skills

  • Hazard identification
  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Customer service
  • Safety procedures
  • Multitasking
  • Construction principles
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management abilities
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • OSHA 10 ET&D
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Rigger/Signal Person
  • Underground Training

Timeline

Water Meter Reader

Rancho California Water District
04.2025 - Current

Apprentice Lineman

Wilson Construction
05.2023 - 01.2025

Groundman

K.V. Structures
09.2021 - 05.2023

Marine

USMC
05.2011 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Aubrey High School
LARRY LARA