Mechanical Maintenance Technician / Millwright

Gerardo Ortiz

979-***-**** **************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Mechanical Maintenance Technician / Millwright with over 13 years of experience in refinery, petrochemical, manufacturing, and industrial environments. Skilled in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining rotating and stationary equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance, and improving equipment reliability while minimizing downtime. Proficient in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems, with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence. EXPERIENCE

Millwright-Manufacturing Machinery Maintenance PVC HARDWARE Houston, Texas 07/2024 -Present

Perform routine maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and Minimize downtime.

Inspect and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to diagnose faults and implement Corrective actions.

Conduct preventive maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, adjustments, and replacement of Worn-out parts.

Assist in the installation and setup of new equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards

Document maintenance activities in accordance with company standards, including reports on repairs, parts used, and operational issues.

Manage inventory of replacement parts and work closely with suppliers to order necessary components in timely manner

Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior maintenance technicians

Diagnosed and repaired PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, transmitters, motor control circuits, VFDs, and electrical components. Mechanical Technician Umicore Catalyst USA

Pasadena, Texas 03/2018-07/2024

Performed routine inspections, lubrications, and preventive maintenance tasks on utility equipment to ensure reliability and efficiency.

Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues with production machinery, including pumps, conveyors, and Processing equipment.

Troubleshot and repaired mechanical issues on equipment, reducing downtime and increasing Production efficiency.

Calibrated and adjusted mechanical systems to maintain precision and adherence to quality standards.

Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities repairs, and equipment condition using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Collaborated with engineering teams to develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for equipment, extending lifespan and reducing costs. Process Operator Umicore Catalyst USA

Pasadena, Texas 01/2018-03/2024

Operated machinery equipment such as pumps, generators, valves, mixers, conveyors, and blowers.

Conducted periodic inspections of unit operations.

Identified any equipment that requires maintenance, clears and tags equipment as required, and issues Safe Work Permits for maintenance and project work.

Performed tasks necessary to ensure the production of quality, on-spec products.

Conducted product transfers and transitions as required by the Operating Schedule Activity Report.

Millwright Turner Industrials

Pasadena, Texas 05/2016- 01/2018

Expertly installed, aligned, and assembled machinery and equipment according to technical specifications.

Performed scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on industrial machinery such as pumps, compressors, conveyors, and turbines to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Analyzed vibration data to identify abnormalities or potential equipment failures.

Conducted vibration testing using specialized equipment and followed established analytic routes.

Conducted laser alignment and performed balancing of rotating equipment to reduce vibration levels and improve efficiency.

Mechanical Technician HALDOR TOPSOE

Pasadena, Texas 09/2007- 5/2016

Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.

Proficient with troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment failures, repairing rotating equipment, reading mechanical blueprints and documents, and reading micrometers, dial indicators, and related instruments.

Collaborated with the engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical issues, leading to cost savings and increased productivity.

Operated and maintained specialized tools and equipment, adhering to safety protocols and industry regulations.

Supported installations and repairs for hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

EDUCATION

Brazoswood High School Clute Tx

Diploma

Brazosport College Clute Tx

Machine Technology Basic Millwright

Relevant Coursework: Blueprint Reading – Pipefitting, Machine Drafting, Pipe Drafting, Intermediate AutoCAD, Fundamentals of Electricity I, and Electrical/Electronic Drafting,

CERTIFICATION

OptAlign

Advanced Laser Shaft Alignment Rotating Machinery

NCCER Boilermaker

SKILLS

MS Office, Forklift Operator, Equipment Maintenance, Technical Analysis, Quality Control, Hydraulics, Troubleshooting skills, Piping Specifications Languages

English, Spanish

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