Joe Mar Garcia - Recovery Operator - OTS Group Ltd

Summary

Dependable Recovery Operator and Tow Truck Driver with expertise in emergency and non-emergency roadside assistance and vehicle recovery. Proficient in safe vehicle lifting and towing procedures while ensuring safety compliance and equipment inspection. Demonstrates strong customer service skills and effectively maneuvers heavy vehicles in tight spaces, responding efficiently to roadside calls.

Overview

19

years of professional experience

Work History

Recovery Operator

OTS Group Ltd

Christchurch, New Zealand

01.2026 - Current

Maintained organized and professional store presentation through ongoing recovery operations, enhancing customer experience.
Guided vehicles to designated remote parking lots during peak hours.
Operated vehicle according to DOT regulations and good driving practices.
Maneuvered large vehicles in areas with limited space and frequent obstacles.
Followed established inspection procedures to assess tires, wheels and vehicle systems before and after service.
Inspected vehicles for damage or mechanical malfunction.
Created file backups to local directory for recovery purposes.
Promoted recovery, self-determination and self-advocacy through diverse schedule of peer-focused activities.

Substation Maintainer / Electrical Fitter

Manila Electric Company (MERALCO)

Pasig, Philippines

02.2007 - 06.2023

Assist in inspection, maintenance and servicing of power transformers, on-load tap changers and other accessories.
Assisted in inspection, maintenance, and servicing of substation equipment including power circuit breakers, switchgears, disconnect switches, instrument transformers, and capacitor banks.
Ensured crew adhered to Substation Maintenance Procedures Manual by conducting regular checks.
Analyze defects in Substation equipment and makes necessary recommendation for repair or replacement.
Correction of oil leaks, replacement of bushings, replacement of power transformer cooling fans and safety devices such as but not limited to the following: Buchholz Relay, Pressure Gauge, Oil Flow Relay, Thermal Indicators (Oil/Winding), Gas Sampling Device.
Identified and corrected defects and abnormalities in substation equipment, enhancing reliability and performance.
Refurbishment of power transformer OLTC.
Demonstrated knowledge in operating equipment used for servicing and maintaining substation equipment, including switchgear and breakers.
Perform corrective maintenance works such as but not limited to the following: Correction of abnormal heating, Removal of bird's nest, Removal of kite string, Alignment of disconnect switch and replacement of its operating handle, Balancing of capacitor banks.
Responded to trouble calls, providing accurate information to Supervisor / Team Leader for assessment and evaluation of substation issues.
Ability to read and report information regarding the following: Relay targets of power system protection devices, Substation equipment and safety devices alarms, Status of power transformer and safety devices condition and status.
Preparation of necessary materials needed in the installation of substation equipment.
Assembly of power transformers, safety devices and other accessories.
Installation of power transformer online devices such as but not limited to the following: Online Filtering Unit, Online Bushing Monitoring, Online DGA (Dissolved Gas Analysis), Self-Dehydrating Breather.
Replacement of OLTC motor drive units.
Replacement of oil-type diverter switch with vacuum-type diverter switch.
Assembly of switchgear (metal-clad, gas-insulated and modular), disconnect switch and power circuit breaker, capacitor banks.
Installation of other substation equipment such as surge arresters, damping reactors, neutral reactors, and etc.
Executed layout design for control and power cables to facilitate efficient installation.
Performed termination of power cables to ensure proper electrical connections.
Assisted the O&M Team in the installation of major substation equipment like power circuit breakers, disconnect switches, etc. through crane and basket truck operation.
Perform switching operation of power circuit breaker, disconnect switches, control switches/recloser.

Education

Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) -

Techinical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)

Quezon City, Philippines

02.2020

Asbury College -

Asbury College

Pangasinan, Philippines

07.2003

Highschool -

Dalandanan National Highschool

Dalandanan, Valenzuela City

03.2001

Skills

Vehicle recovery operations
Vehicle recovery
Recovery Operations
Incident Management

Operational Safety
Operational Monitoring
Preventive Maintenance
Safety Protocols
Grounding Techniques
Basic Wiring
Lifting Techniques
Search Operations
Recovery Operations

Languages

English, Intermediate (B1)

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