Maintenance Technician Chief Engineer

LARRY TURPIN

** ****** ***** *****, *****, NC ***21

********@*****.*** 828-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced former Navy Boiler Technician (E-7) and Maintenance Technician with over 5 years of expertise in industrial maintenance, mechanical work, and electrical installation. Highly skilled in installation, maintenance, and repair of critical systems, with a strong background in electrical systems. Consistently recognized for performance excellence and delivering contributions that drive success in maintenance operations. Strong mechanical maintenance skills supported by comprehensive training as an industrial electrician.

Proven ability to read technical documentation and perform root cause analysis on a wide range of equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and minimal downtime. Known for troubleshooting expertise and a calm, level-headed approach to resolving complex issues. Efficient in managing tools, supplies, and teams to meet work targets and tight deadlines. Dedicated to delivering quality solutions and collaborating effectively to meet operational goals. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Chief Engineer, Parks Hospitality Group Inc. - Raleigh, NC Feb 2024 - Present

• Managed and performed maintenance tasks, including electrical, plumbing, and finish trim work, ensuring the hotel's infrastructure met five-star standards.

• Collaborated with the Chief Engineer and staff to plan and execute preventive maintenance schedules, minimizing operational disruptions and enhancing guest satisfaction.

• Responded promptly to maintenance requests, diagnosing and resolving issues to maintain a safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environment.

• Supervised contractors and vendors during specialized repairs and renovations, ensuring compliance with hotel standards and timelines.

• Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities, including inspections, repairs, and inventory management, to support operational efficiency.

Supply Technician, US Department of Veteran Affairs - Asheville, NC Aug 2023 - Feb 2024

• Managed inventory and logistics operations, including stocking, tracking, and unloading medical equipment to ensure timely availability for hospital staff.

• Coordinated the delivery of medical equipment to designated areas within the hospital, ensuring accurate distribution and adherence to department protocols.

• Performed comprehensive inventory audits, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with organizational standards for equipment and supply management.

Maintenance Technician, HCA Healthcare - Asheville, NC Jan 2021 - Jul 2023

• Performed repairs and calibrations on thermostats, ensuring accurate temperature regulation in patient rooms to maintain comfort and compliance with hospital standards.

• Installed and repaired call systems and patient beds, ensuring all systems were fully functional for patient safety and convenience.

• Maintained and repaired plumbing systems, including unclogging sinks and toilets, ensuring reliable operation in patient care areas.

• Repaired and maintained air handling units, hot water heaters, and electrical outlets, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for staff and patients.

• Installed and repaired lighting fixtures and bulbs, keeping hospital spaces well-lit and operational at all times.

• Diagnosed and repaired tube systems, ensuring proper functionality and minimal disruption to hospital operations.

• Managed safety measures and took down curtains as needed for maintenance tasks, adhering to hospital protocols and ensuring minimal disruption to patients.

• Addressed a variety of maintenance issues at Mission Hospital and St. Joe's Hospital in Asheville, NC, providing effective solutions to ensure smooth operations across both facilities. Industrial Maintenance Electrician, Hayes and Lunsford Electrical - Greer, SC Jul 2018 - Apr 2020

• Installed electrical systems and components in a 110-year-old industrial paper mill, ensuring adherence to technical schematics and specifications for safe and efficient operations.

• Cut and bent various types of conduit (rigid, rubber-coated, EMT) using smart bender, electric bender, and hand bender, supporting electrical infrastructure installations and repairs.

• Ran cables to motors, engines, generators, and valve systems, ensuring proper connections for optimal machine and system functionality in a high-demand environment.

• Built and installed PLC cabinets in control rooms, contributing to the seamless operation of automated systems and improving process control capabilities.

• Manufactured Ethernet cables and worked with CAT5 and CAT6 cabling to support video and alarm systems, enhancing network and security system performance.

• Gained hands-on experience with fiber optic splicing and testing, applying expertise to enhance data transmission reliability in the mill.

• Fabricated and installed stress cones for high-voltage cabinets, ensuring the safety and efficiency of high-voltage electrical systems in the facility.

Maintenance Technician, Consolidated Metro - Bryson City, NC Jun 2017 - Jan 2018

• Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate time and temperature settings for casting machines, ensuring efficient production and quality control.

• Conducted pre-shift inspections of casting machines, identifying and resolving potential issues to minimize downtime and maintain consistent production.

• Troubleshot and repaired issues with molds, pipes, belts, chains, and other equipment, ensuring smooth operation and minimizing disruptions.

• Collaborated with a team of technicians in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, maintaining adherence to safety protocols and company processes to ensure a safe and productive workspace.

• Operated injection molding machines, contributing to the efficient production of parts, and assisted in the installation and setup of molds for production runs.

Landscape Designer, B.H. Graning Landscapes - Sylva, NC Apr 2012 - Jun 2017

• Sourced high-quality materials including trees, bushes, grass seed, sod, and fertilizers to complete new landscaping installations, ensuring top-notch results for clients.

• Negotiated and fulfilled maintenance contracts, providing ongoing care and ensuring continued client satisfaction with landscape upkeep services.

• Created custom landscape concept designs and provided accurate project estimates for both residential and commercial customers, ensuring alignment with client goals and budgets.

• Mentored new employees and contractors, training them in key landscaping tasks such as irrigation systems, shrubbery care, and horticultural techniques, improving team performance.

• Identified and resolved operational issues, streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency to improve service delivery and client satisfaction.

• Collaborated with clients to understand their needs, offering personalized landscape solutions that met aesthetic preferences and functional requirements.

• Developed clear team communications and prepared meeting materials to ensure smooth project execution and effective collaboration across all team members.

CNC Machinist, Smoky Mountain Machine - Asheville, NC May 2004 - Oct 2010

• Operated and maintained various mill and lathe machines to fabricate high-quality products, ensuring precision and adherence to specifications.

• Efficiently loaded and unloaded materials into and out of machines, ensuring smooth operation and minimizing downtime during production.

• Manually set up machinery and equipment, including grinders, optimizing machine performance for consistent and accurate results.

• Increased production efficiency by thoroughly reviewing blueprints, ensuring precise machine programming and accurate fabrication.

• Performed routine maintenance by removing, lubricating, and adjusting equipment parts to keep machinery in optimal working condition.

• Interpreted daily work instructions, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions, tolerances, and material requirements, ensuring precision in all machining processes. CNC Machinist, Kearfott Corporation - Black Mountain, NC May 1999 - Jan 2004

• Maintained high production levels by performing regular inspections on lathe machines, ensuring optimal functionality and minimizing downtime.

• Performed over 100 tool changes and 1000 offsets, ensuring precision and efficiency in every production run.

• Maximized productivity by maintaining detailed production records, identifying hold-ups, and implementing solutions to improve overall workflow.

• Consistently exceeded daily production goals by troubleshooting machinery and programming issues, ensuring continuous and smooth operations.

• Assessed equipment after each production run, conducting preventive maintenance to keep machines in peak condition and minimize the risk of failures.

• Interpreted daily work instructions, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to accurately determine dimensions, tolerances, and material specifications for precise machining. Boiler Technician, U.S. Navy - Naval Station Norfolk, VA Sep 1988 - May 1998

• Maintained a strong attendance record, consistently arriving on time and ensuring operational efficiency in high- pressure environments.

• Performed routine maintenance and repairs on boiler systems, ensuring safe and efficient operation aboard Navy vessels during four deployments in the Middle East.

• Monitored and adjusted boiler systems, troubleshooting and resolving issues to ensure continuous steam production and operational readiness.

• Managed the operation of auxiliary machinery, supporting the power generation and heat systems vital to the ship’s operations.

• Exhibited exceptional attention to detail, adhering to safety standards and operational procedures to maintain high standards of quality and safety.

• Collaborated with fellow technicians and leadership to maintain systems in optimal condition, meeting both mission requirements and service timelines.

• Demonstrated strong leadership skills during deployments, working in high-stress environments and consistently meeting or exceeding performance expectations.

• Upheld the highest military standards of integrity and discipline, earning multiple commendations for service excellence during deployments.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Computer-Integrated Machining A.A.S., Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College - Asheville, NC (Aug 1995)

Boiler Technician A School, U.S. Navy - Naval Station Great Lakes, IL (Jun 1989)

Recruit Training, U.S. Navy - Naval Station Great Lakes, IL (Oct 1988)

High School Diploma, Smoky Mountain High School - Sylva, NC (Jun 1988)

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