Alchakha Crawford

Work History

Microsoft

04.2024 - Current

Knowledgeable in decreasing downtime for critical systems by performing consistent preventative maintenance in data center.
Able to collaborate with team members to improve reaction time of future emergencies.
Knowledgeable in working with vendors for various repair tasks at data center.
Focused on security measures by following strict access control protocols for data center.
Ensuring high availability of all systems by promptly addressing incidents with efficient root cause analysis and incident management procedures.
Build team camaraderie to help insure safety, effort, and responsiveness.
Knowledgeable in creating and completing work orders within the internal computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Knowledgeable in emergency operating procedures (EOP), method of procedures (MOP), and standard operating procedures (SOP) for electrical and mechanical equipment, isolations, and restorations of cells for data center.

Cleveland-Cliffs

07.2021 - 03.2024

Interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
Install electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
Test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
Test, troubleshoot, and calibrate equipment in shop and field.
Assist with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
Follow safety protocols on job sites.
Inspect equipment for defects and safety hazards and complete necessary repairs.
Obtain measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, and insulation testers.
Megger motors to detect any short or open coils and/or wire insulations.
Replace faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks and electrical hazards.
Inspect and troubleshoot overhead DC cranes, repair malfunctions to be put back in service quickly and efficiently.
Troubleshoot 3 phase circuits, motor starter, and relay contactors accurately.
Disconnect and rewire motors and pumps.
Knowledgeable of rectification, inverters, relays, and controlling circuits.
Knowledgeable with AC/DC drives.

Cleveland-Cliffs

08.2008 - 07.2021

Operated 4 wastewater plants.
Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove zinc and solids to recycle water for reuse in plant.
Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
Maintained proper pH levels with caustic, sulfuric acid, and lime to support proper working order for daily inspections.
Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water and slurry through treatment processes and added chemicals.
Monitored and adjusted controls to maintain optimal water quality.
Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, chlorides, chrome, and residual levels.

Cleveland-Cliffs

03.2005 - 08.2008

Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
Operated cranes with lifts capacities of 60 tons to 240 tons.
Operated large overhead cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.