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Brandon Waycaster

Lewisville,TX

Summary

Hardworking Maintenance Tech bringing 15+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Well-versed in installing, maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment and supporting systems while troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.

Skills

Pneumatic systems

Teamwork and communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Seal replacement

Mechanical problem diagnosis

Pump maintenance

Production processes

Bearing installation

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Aludyne
port huron, mi
08.2021 - 10.2023
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Diagnosed automated assembly lines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, vacuum pumps, gearboxes, drive motors

Maintenance Mechanic

Frito Lay
Dallas, tx
07.2015 - 02.2020
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality on sogevac vacuum pumps, TACE and NACE automated box builders, UACP and GUACP packers, seal checkers, Polaris/Atlas/Apex baggers, printers, weigh hoppers, orbital and fastback conveyors, automated conveyors, Kawasaki 200 box stackers, electric and pneumatic actuators, augers, seasoners, drive motors, 25k soak tanks, slicers, vison systems, centrifuges, extruders, ovens and all related supporting equipment
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on various types of equipment.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.

Production Lead/Maintenance Mechanic

Matheson Gas
Dallas, Tx
01.2012 - 06.2015
  • Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
  • Trained workers in proper operation, calibration, and maintenance of production line equipment.
  • Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement and lean initiatives by implementing directives.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Troubleshot, repaired/replaced all plant equipment such as, Kinney and Sogevac vacuum pumps, cyrogenic pumps, vaporizors, condensors, ASME high pressure storage trailers, high pressure fill manifolds and stations, all valves and piping throughout the plant, air compressors, chillers, cylinder vacuum bake ovens, gauges, vacuum manifolds, drive motors

Aviation Machinist's Mate

United States Navy
11.2004 - 01.2012
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
  • Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Education

Certification -

Aviation Machinst Mate A And C School
Virginia Beach, VA
02.2005 - 07.2005

Cryogenics Certification -

Houston Cryogenics
Houston, TX
08.2012 - 08.2025

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