Joseph Valdez

Electrical and Electronic Technician with 11+ years of experience maintaining complex systems for Halliburton oilfield operations and metropolitan transit authority. Expert in medium-voltage power distribution (up to 34.5 kV), Siemens S7 PLCs, SCADA, electric frac equipment, schematic interpretation, and high-voltage safety protocols. Proven ability to deliver equipment reliability, lead safe rig-up/rig-down operations, manage SAP data, and troubleshoot effectively in demanding field environments.

Power Distribution Specialist - Halliburton - Odessa, TX

(2023-04)

• Execute preventive/predictive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on electronic and electrical equipment to maximize uptime at assigned locations.
• Conduct post-maintenance function testing to verify full equipment readiness and safe return to service.
• Interpret complex schematics, drawings, and prints to diagnose issues accurately and perform efficient repairs.
• Lead safe rig-up/rig-down of electric frac fleets including high-voltage connections and heavy cable handling; confirm ready-to-operate status and suspend operations when safety is at risk.
• Repair/replace medium-voltage (up to 15kV) three-phase power distribution components, PLC hardware, and cabling while maintaining accurate data in Halliburton’s system of record.

Electronic Technician 2 - Halliburton - Odessa, TX

(2022-07 - 2023-04)

• Set up Electric Frac Fleets via utility power connections, ensuring safe and reliable integration with site systems.
• Maintained electronic instrumentation and controls to deliver well-maintained equipment supporting high service quality.
• Performed testing and calibration using industrial controllers and test equipment to ensure accurate performance.
• Interpreted drawings and repaired electrohydraulic/electromechanical equipment while promoting strict safety and environmental compliance.

Traction Power Technician - Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County - Houston, TX

(2016-06 - 2022-07)

• Diagnosed, inspected, tested, modified, maintained, and repaired substation equipment and traction power systems.
• Performed periodic and emergency maintenance on the Overhead Contact System (OCS) to support continuous revenue service.
• Maintained switchgear, transformers, breakers, relays, and PLCs; worked safely with AC up to 34.5kV and DC up to 1kV in live rail environments.
• Managed spare parts inventory with vendors and independently prioritized emergency maintenance tasks without on-site supervision.

Electronic Technician - Halliburton - Odessa, TX

(2014-09 - 2016-05)

• Managed maintenance and repair for a fleet of frac equipment, ensuring operational readiness and service quality.
• Maintained electronic instrumentation, performed calibration and testing, and repaired electrohydraulic systems under general supervision.
• Consistently upheld safety awareness, environmental compliance, and all applicable procedures and regulations.

Diploma - Electronic Technology (2014-08)