Michael Zanolini

Experience

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  J & D ELECTRIC

  Jan 1993 - Jan 1996

  Electrical & Refrigeration Manager/Repair Assessor

  • Managed all electrical and refrigeration services for the company, to include both residential and commercial contracts.• Assessed all new and used appliances for the sales floor to determine if they could be sold. • Provided lead work direction and guidance to team members; performing the full range of Electrician duties in the installation, maintenance and repair of the electrical and refrigeration systems within company projects.

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  Alpine Electric, LP

  Jan 1996 - Jan 2000

  Lead Electrician/Project Supervisor

  • Hired as a Lead Electrician for Harvey’s electric in 1996 and promoted to Project Supervisor by 1998.• Responsible for four-man electrical crew, focusing mainly on residential projects.• Entrusted with supervising fieldworkers and ensuring all jobs were completed by or before contracted end date. • Harvey’s Electric was sold to Alpine Electric in 1998 and I was kept on as a Lead Electrician/Journeyman.• Lead Lineman for Alpine Electric projects at Adams State College, Cuchara Ranch Hotel, The Timbers Restaurant, Chuchara Ski Resort, and more. • Provided lead work direction, guidance and training to team Electricians and other assigned personnel; performing the full range of Electrician duties in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of the electrical systems and equipment within company residential projects. Show less

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  Allied Refrigeration

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2004

  Project Manager/Electrical Estimator

  • Performed the following Project Management and Lead Estimator duties for key electrical and HVAC Allied projects:o Electrical estimator for company contracts with Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, Chevron, and Loaf ‘N Jug with all projects ranging from $30,000-$50,000 each.o Worked with clients, engineers, and suppliers to plan cost factors for building projects; analyzes installation documents, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projectso Understands how to create proper bid packages and works with the project management team on the information required in each package to assure complete bids and giving the field team the right information needed to start and maintain the project schedule.o Studied specifications to assist the operations team in planning procedures for installation on basis of project start and completion times, as well as staffing requirements for each phase of the project.o Responsible for managing and tracking multiple projects at once, presented and explained project budgets to clients, designers, and operations teams.o Company installs included walk-in coolers and freezers, Geo Thermal systems, Honeywell DDS systems, IT systems, and custom Allied-built metal duct systems for various commercial clients in Colorado, Wyoming, and Texas. Show less

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  Hollon Electric Company

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2006

  Lead Electrician

  • Provided lead work direction, guidance and training to team Electricians and other assigned personnel; performing the full range of Electrician duties in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of the electrical systems and equipment within company residential projects. • Ensured conformance with department and city code standards; monitors work flow to assist in maintaining mandated deadlines, assists in maintaining a fair and open work environment in accordance with the company’s commitment to teamwork, mutual trust and respect.• Acquired and required skills include: Strong leadership skills, the ability to maintain composure in high stress situations, strong communication skills, conflict resolution, and continuous industry education. Show less

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  Red Wing Electric

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2012

  Project Manager/Lead Estimator

  • Performed the following Project Management and Lead Estimator duties for key Red Wing projects:o All projects completed by initial deadline with no defaults on any contracts.o As the company’s Lead Estimator, responsible for successfully bidding and winning the electrical contracts for all projects listed to the left along with other smaller projects. Several key contracts won within the first 4 years of employment. o On-site observation of electrical work, repairs, and tests ensuring all projects are completed correctly according to engineered drawings and specifications, given progress schedule, and OSHA safety standards. o Responsible for scheduling electrical crews of 4-10 team members for projects taking place simultaneously.o Addressing complaints and concerns, resolving installation conflicts and offering cost-effective and safe solutions to protect owners against defects and deficiencies. Conflict resolutions require high knowledge of project specification and drawing interpretation, OSHA guidelines, flexibility, and understanding to keep everyone striving for a safe and efficient work environment.o Job responsibilities consistent with Project Management/Lead Estimator duties performed at Allied Refrigeration & Electric listed below. Show less

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  La Veta RE-2 School District

  Oct 2012 - Jun 2023

  Facilities Manager/ Retired

  • Responsible for scheduling and managing all maintenance done at the K-12 school toinclude janitorial and maintenance services, fire drills, required state and localinspections, sports field maintenance, and ordering supplies.• Lead mechanic for repairs on all mowers, weed eaters, tractors, teachers’equipment, and more.