Leonel Solis
Shafter
Summary
Motivated candidate seeking Apprentice or Entry Level Groundsman position. Graduate of American Lineman College with hands-on experience in climbing, rigging, and Bucket/Digger Derrick operations. Knowledgeable in power industry standards and safety measures, complemented by a CDL Class A with no restrictions and tankers endorsement. With a Varitey of different construction experience in different jobs. And
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4048
4048
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Mendoza Trans Inc
Bakersfield
01.2026 - Current
- Operated vehicle safely, ensuring compliance with all traffic regulations
- Operating Tractor with flat bed
- Loaded and unloaded oranges efficiently, maintaining quality standards during transport
- Moved equipment across central California to facilitate timely deliveries
- Utilized 56-foot trailer for delivery
- Operating Refer Trailers
- Driving out of town
- Backing up to docks
- Properly ready inspect vehicle and trailer every morning
Groundman
Diversified Utilities Services
Yreka
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Installed utility poles to support reliable service delivery
- Install down guys
- Install ground rods
- Prepped and installed grounds to proper length
- Dug holes to precise specifications for optimal pole installation
- Operated Line trucks and equipment
- Operated vac truck
- Operated vac trailer
- Worked with line crew
- Set up transformers
- Red zone work area
- Assisted in cleanup and wire installation to maintain project timelines
- Drove flat bed semi to haul equipment
Welder Helper
Solis Welding and Fabrication
Shafter, CA
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted welder in preparing various welding projects
- Read blue prints
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to create a safe work environment
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety
- Organized and cleaned work area and tools
- Grinder every weld
- Load/ unload material
- Planned out the day
UA (Journeyman Helper) Apprentice
Local 428
Bakersfield
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Install cable tray for DC wire.
- Install weather stations.
- Operate power tools.
- Installed conduit in designated areas to facilitate electrical wiring.
- Install the ground wire.
- Assure everything is torqued to spec.
- Read and understand blueprints.
- Assist JW with installing fuses to combiner boxes.
- Assist in bending conduit.
- Identify problems with circuits by testing using multimeters or oscilloscopes.
Solar Panel Installer
Aerotek
Shafter
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed panel installations using specific hand tools and power tools.
- Pulled wire for electrical needs, and put together panel support.
- Work in a team-based environment to accomplish employer needs.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit.
- Installed Series 4 solar panels.
- Tested electrical systems to find faults or loose connections to repair.
UA (Journeyman Helper) Apprentice
Local 428
Bakersfield
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Installed new electrical components.
- Pulled DC wire.
- Cut and prepare the loom to the correct length to cover the motor components.
- Pull and adjust the wire to the proper length.
- Inspected and installed the combiner.
- Dug and planted vaults for inverter grounding.
- Install fuses to combiner boxes.
Machine Operator
Dreyers Grand Ice Cream
Bakersfield
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Troubleshoot and repair the machine to increase productivity and decrease spending.
- Set up the machine for various jobs to maintain compliance with thresholds and waste reduction.
- Lubricate parts and do minor maintenance for improved machine function.
- Identify and fix malfunctions by watching production operations.
- Monitor lines for any jams or pile-ups.
- Adjusted feed rates to appropriate settings.
Education
Climbing Cert/Utility Worker Cert - Lineman
American Lineman College
Bakersfield, CAHigh School Diploma -
Shafter High School
Shafter, CASkills
- Operating Vac Truck and Trailer
- Operating line truck
- Tankers endorsement
- Climbing
- Framing Wood Poles
- Digger Derrick Use
- Aerial Lift Use
- Bucket Truck Usage
- Work Zone Protection
- Crossarm Install
- EPZ/TPG Training
- Guy Wire Installation
- Hand and Power Tool Operations
- Safety Protocols
- Lockout/Tagout
- Scaffold and Ladder Work
- Equipment Operations
- Repair Planning
- Energy Wheel
- Advanced Rigging
- Pole Top Rescue
- Bucket Truck Rescue
Certification
- CDL A NO RESTRICTIONS
- TANKERS ENDORSEMENT
- Double Triples Endorsement
- Certified Utility Worker Certification
- Climbing Certification
- Pre-Apprentice Lineworker Program
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- OSHA 10
- Chainsaw Certified
- Pole Top Rescue Certified
- Bucket Truck Rescue Certified
- Bucket Truck Certified
Volunteerism
- Community Service
- Campus Improvement Project
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Mendoza Trans Inc
01.2026 - Current
Groundman
Diversified Utilities Services
09.2025 - 12.2025
Welder Helper
Solis Welding and Fabrication
01.2025 - 09.2025
UA (Journeyman Helper) Apprentice
Local 428
01.2024 - 10.2024
Solar Panel Installer
Aerotek
05.2023 - 08.2023
UA (Journeyman Helper) Apprentice
Local 428
06.2022 - 10.2022
Machine Operator
Dreyers Grand Ice Cream
10.2021 - 06.2022
Climbing Cert/Utility Worker Cert - Lineman
American Lineman College
High School Diploma -
Shafter High School