Baltazar Pedraza
Watsonville,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Facilities Tech. with 13 years of experience keeping industrial facilities and machines in good condition to support achievement of business goals and objectives. Proficient in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and machinery and always eager to learn new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Tech 1
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Santa Cruz, CA
11.2015 - Current
- Provided technical support and maintenance to ensure optimal performance of facilities systems.
- Inspected, tested, adjusted, and repaired mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Coordinated with vendors to source parts needed for repairs or upgrades.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts used in facilities maintenance activities.
- Implemented safety protocols to protect personnel from hazards associated with facilities operations.
- Executed emergency response procedures when necessary due to unexpected system outages or malfunctions.
- Performed walkthrough and inspections on facility infrastructure, buildings, utilities and HVAC equipment.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our equipment and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
Facilities Engineer
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Mountain View, CA
06.2010 - 11.2015
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Ensured proper functioning of facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
Education
Certification - HVAC And Small Appliance Repair Tech
US Army Ordinance Schools
Fort Lee, VA04-2010
Certificate - HVAC Installation And Repair
Institute For Business And Technology
Santa Clara, CA06-2009
High School Diploma -
Sierra Nevada High School
Reno, NV06-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CASkills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Facilities Maintenance
- Facilities Evaluation
- Repair Planning
- Supply Coordination
- Service-Oriented Mindset
- Customer Service
- Service Quality Standards
- Mechanical Systems
- Diagnostics Skill
- Equipment Maintenance And Repair
- Diagnostics
- Inventory Monitoring
- Hvac Repair
- Electrical Repair
- Wiring And Fixture Repair
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Hvac System Inspection
- Electrical Systems
- Installations And Repairs
- Acetylene Torches
- Emergency Repairs
- Preventive Maintenance Coordination
Timeline
Facilities Tech 1
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
11.2015 - Current
Facilities Engineer
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
06.2010 - 11.2015
Certification - HVAC And Small Appliance Repair Tech
US Army Ordinance Schools
Certificate - HVAC Installation And Repair
Institute For Business And Technology
High School Diploma -
Sierra Nevada High School
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Cabrillo College
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