Michael Ordaz
Orland
Summary
Loyal and trustworthy worker, with a strong work ethic, and dedication to safety. Adaptable, punctual, and committed to completing every task efficiently. Proficient with hand and power tools, light equipment, and utility vehicles, with hands-on training on digger derricks and cranes through Northwest Lineman College. Experienced in physically demanding trade work, with an emphasis on reliability, safety, and continuous learning.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vegetation Control Technician 2
Mountain F Enterprises
Grants Pass
06.2025 - Current
- Performed vegetation management and fire mitigation for Pacific Power, clearing around distribution and transmission power poles.
- Cleared required utility clearances, including a 10-ft radius around distribution poles, an 8-ft vertical clearance, and a 25-ft radius around transmission poles.
- Previously worked on 3–4 person crews in mountainous and remote terrain, hiking up to 2 hours to access transmission poles, while carrying tools and fire-safety equipment.
- Operated and maintained hand and power tools, including chainsaws, pole saws, weed eaters, hand saws, leaf blowers, and assisted with feeding wood chippers.
- Conducted basic maintenance on tools and equipment.
- Performed work on uneven, rocky, overgrown terrain, and in all weather conditions, involving frequent heavy lifting of brush, limbs, and trees.
- Drove company trucks, including completing required pre-trip vehicle inspections.
- Used maps and circuit documentation to track completed work, exemptions, and hostile customers, ensuring accurate reporting and coordination.
- Demonstrated high reliability and commitment by working away from home, commuting long distances (up to two hours each way).
Boat Rental Manager/Lead Dock Hand
Bo's at Indian River Marina
Jacksboro
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Prepared the marina for opening and closing.
- Managed boat rentals.
- Operated and maintained the boats to ensure they met our standards, such as relocating, cleaning, and resupplying.
- Adjusted the docks with dock/marine winches to ensure they would be level with the fluctuating lake levels.
- Pressure washed and cleaned the premises of the marina.
- Prepared various types of coffee, such as frappes, cappuccinos, Americanos, lattes, and mochas.
- Worked long, irregular hours.
Groundskeeper/General Maintenance
RV Parkway and Resort
Orland
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Built property perimeter fencing, and laid brick along the base of it (without mortar).
- Stripped vinyl flooring and laid tile.
- I painted the interior walls of the office.
- Operated mowers, tractors, and other equipment in a safe manner.
- Dug holes for planting trees.
- Performed basic landscaping maintenance around the property.
- Equipment, tools, and material organization.
- Ensured that the property (such as bathrooms, pool, and office) was clean and presentable for the customers.
Education
Certificate - Electrical Lineworker Program
Northwest Lineman College
Oroville, CA, USAHigh School Diploma -
Orland High School
Orland, CA, USASkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical documentation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Adaptability
- Vehicle inspection
Certification
• Class A License
• Crane Certification
• OSHA 10-hour ET&D
• Climbing Certified
• Aerial Lift Rescue
• Pole Top Rescue
• First Aid/CPR
• Digger Derrick Safety
• Chainsaw Safety and Maintenance
• Traffic Control Flagger
• Crane Certification
• OSHA 10-hour ET&D
• Climbing Certified
• Aerial Lift Rescue
• Pole Top Rescue
• First Aid/CPR
• Digger Derrick Safety
• Chainsaw Safety and Maintenance
• Traffic Control Flagger
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer, VBS (Vacation Bible School), Helped local churches with the program.
- Participant, Agony Ride, Rode 180 miles in 24 hours for charity.
Timeline
Vegetation Control Technician 2
Mountain F Enterprises
06.2025 - Current
Boat Rental Manager/Lead Dock Hand
Bo's at Indian River Marina
07.2022 - 09.2023
Groundskeeper/General Maintenance
RV Parkway and Resort
11.2021 - 07.2022
Certificate - Electrical Lineworker Program
Northwest Lineman College
High School Diploma -
Orland High School