Lorne Cortez
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging career oriented position in the electrical field where I can utilize my experience and skills to add value to an organization and have opportunities for advancement.
SKILLS/PROFILE
Over 30 years of varied experience in electronics, mechanics, communications, HVAC, and high-technology manufacturing. Excelled with increased responsibility to meet company and customer needs. Active team player with team leadership skills. Recipient of several company awards based on exemplary performance and positive attitude. Strong reputation as dependable and dedicated. Able to multi-task in fast-paced setting and meet deadlines. Open to new challenges and opportunities to continue learning and growing.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Journeyman Electrician, Feb 2015 – March 2020, ISC Constructors LLC, Baton Rouge, LA
Key member of 10 person team responsible for installation of low and high voltage cable based on schematics for the Bayer/Monsanto Fertilizer Plant located in Luling, LA. Primarily responsible for running, grounding, testing, and terminating cable lines/conduit and trays. Also installed transformers and switches, lighting systems, generators, and data cables per client request. Participated in weekly safety meetings and completed daily job safety analysis (JSA). Recognized as the team's expert working at heights including the operation of aerial and scissor lifts.
Information Technology System Specialist, July 2003- July 2013, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Houma, LA
Responsible for the installation, trouble shooting, and maintenance of Information Technology and Traffic Systems for District 2. Systems include cameras, dynamic message signs, traffic signals, radar detectors, telecommunications, fiber optics, PC equipment and other various state equipment. Utilized schematics, drawings, blue prints, project plans for buildings and over and under-ground projects. Recognized as a high performer, receiving multiple "Star of Excellence" awards for working a high level of overtime due on Leeville Toll Project and for my attention to detail.
Supplier Quality Technician, Feb 1991 – June 2003, NCR Corporation, Duluth, GA
Promoted through a series of positions relating to the mechanical and electrical operational aspects of the manufacturing of computerized cash registers, scanners and cell phones. Recognized for multiple awards including Quality, Production Efficiency, Teamwork and Attendance.
HVAC Technician, April 1983 - January 1991, Wilkerson HVAC, Lawrenceville, GA
Installed and repaired HVAC systems including duct distribution systems, electrical systems and related plumbing. Worked directly with customers to diagnose and trouble shoot repair work.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
NCCER – Industrial Electrician Certification
Gwinnett Technical Institute, Lawrenceville, GA. General air conditioning and refrigeration
Terrebonne Trade School, Houma, LA. Machinist technology course
H. L. Bourgeois High School, Gray, LA. High School Diploma
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet research experience. Various manufacturing and inventory management.