Andrew Guebara
Salina,KS
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Stryten Energy, excelling in equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective problem-solving and teamwork. Skilled in heavy machinery operation and committed to delivering high-quality results under pressure while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pasting Worker
Stryten Energy
Salina, KS
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently met deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality work output in a fast-paced environment.
- Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Welder/Fabricator
Habco
Salina, KS
01.2013 - 01.2025
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
Painter
Salina Painting Pros
Salina, KS
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Mechanical Technician and Welder
Eldorado Narional
Salina, KS
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Tore down and built buses
Maintenance Technician
Schwan's Global Supply Chain Inc.
Salina, KS
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
Education
Aero Technician -
Wichita Area Tech
Wichita, KSCertification - Welding
Salina Tech
Salina, KS12.2010
Skills
- Cleaning
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Heavy lifting
- Restocking skills
- Materials loading
- Equipment maintenance
- Site clearing
- Equipment operation
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Work site maintenance
- Production Assistance
- Truck unloading
- Supply management
- Production support
- Heavy machinery operation
- Conflict resolution
- Resource management
- Machinery inspection
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Verbal and written communication
- Maintenance
- Quality control
- Waste removal
- OSHA requirements
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Safety and compliance
- Painting and paperhanging
- Crew support
- Cross-functional coordination
- External installations
- Safety hazard removal
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Excellent communication
- Team building
- Interpersonal communication
- Task prioritization
- Analytical thinking
- Written communication
- Idea development and brainstorming
- Process improvement
- Process analysis
- Project planning
- Quality assurance
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Operational efficiency
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Goal setting
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Project management
- Workflow optimization
- Risk management
- Professional demeanor
Timeline
Pasting Worker
Stryten Energy
10.2024 - 04.2025
Painter
Salina Painting Pros
08.2024 - 10.2024
Welder/Fabricator
Habco
01.2013 - 01.2025
Mechanical Technician and Welder
Eldorado Narional
01.2012 - 01.2013
Maintenance Technician
Schwan's Global Supply Chain Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2011
Aero Technician -
Wichita Area Tech
Certification - Welding
Salina Tech