YUVARAJ C. PATEL

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E-mail: dey2l3@r.postjobfree.com

Ph: 219-***-****

OBJECTIVE:

To make a career transition in the U.S, by seeking a challenging position (starting or field) in Mechanical Engineering, power plant operations or maintenance. To contribute positively to plant operations or project engineering.

EDUCATION:

Government Polytechnic Institute Dhule, India

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (equivalent to degree of B.S. in the U.S), September 1978

Received Certificate of Proficiency in operation of boilers, turbines, I.C. engines and machineries using steam, Mumbai, December 1988

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

House Keeping Supervisor- Best Western Inn & Suits of Merrillville ,IN, USA

May 2008 To date

• Inspection of guest rooms cleanliness and maintained it spotless.

• Maintained guest rooms A/c units, TV set, light, Internet and Refrigerators in proper working orders.

• Replacement of fused lights, irons, alarm clocks, damaged furniture and smoke detectors.

• Provide training to house keepers.

• Attend customers need and solve complain with regards housekeeping.

• Repair of toilets, bath tubs and water tabs.

PLANT ENGINEER – Kamrej Sugar Factory, Surat, India.

December 1993 – October 2007

• Effectively contributed to maintenance and operation of Sugar Cane Processing, Boiler House ,Process House, Centrifuge Section, sugar handling and packaging equipments.

• Experienced in handling multitude of duties and making the operation stable.

• Supervised and coordinated the efforts of experienced technicians, craftsman and projects planner to repair and maintain mechanical equipment to keep the operations running at maximum efficiency with minimum interruption.

• Involved in materials planning, routine store activities, and workshop assignments.

• Monitored multiple process testing equipments.

• Performed administrative activities such as scheduling of crews, maintenance reports, conducting safety contacts and other duties as necessary.

• Conducted training and coached employees on principles of Boiler operation, Milling unit operation and other processes.

• Knowledge in welding technology and oxy-acetylene gas cutting.

• Worked on environmental safety, human safety and effluent treatment plant.

• Worked with teams to develop organizational skills for good working environment in the plant.

• Assist shift supervisors and factory personnel to resolve milling problem to improve production and plant efficiency. Least sugar in baggase and less moisture.

ASSISTANT ENGINEER: Satpuda Sugar Factory, Maharashtra, India.

October 1983- November 1993.

• Responsible for operation and maintenance of sugar cane handling equipments.

• Maintained and repaired various types of pumps, heavy duty power transmission, and gear boxes used in sugar manufacturing.

• Developed and implemented written methods, practices and procedures necessary for maintenance department to improve process and factory efficiency.

• Understood and applied the various vessel, piping and tanks assessment techniques required for service.

• Worked with team to develop optimal repair or replacement strategies..

• Maintained and operated steam driven prime moves and electrical power generating turbines.

• Drafting and other related tasks

SUPERVISOR: The Central Pulp Mills Fort Songhad, India.

September 1979 – September 1983

• Maintenance work of wood and bamboo cutting machinery equipments used in paper mills.

ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFCATES:

• Conveyor Belt Splicing and Repair, S.V. Dattar, Specialist, Consulting and Training Institute Calcutta, India, 1981

• Boilers Operation and Proficiency Training Course, Mumbai, India, 1988.

• First aid Training Course-St. John Ambulance Association, Vishnunagar, India, 1992.

• Better Maintenance Practices of Rotating Machinery- Gujarat State Federation of Co-Op Sugar Factories Ltd. Surat, India, 2001.

PROFFESIONAL ASSOCIATION:

Associates Member of the Sugar Technologist Association of India, New- Delhi

Personal Attributes

• Strongly motivated to achieve operating targets.

• Excellent written and oral communication skill.

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment of operation, self starter and posses

Excellent decision making skill.

Status: Permanent Resident

References: Provided on request

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