BRIAN FENTON
Fontana,CA
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Technician with over 10+ years of experience executing a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks. Committed to ensuring optimal equipment functionality through effective management of routine and complex maintenance operations. Extensive knowledge of hand and power tool operation, coupled with a strong emphasis on safety protocols. Proven ability to troubleshoot issues efficiently, enhancing operational performance and reducing downtime.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Veolia North America
10.2022 - Current
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
Sewer Technician
City Of Hesperia
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Operated septic tanker truck when performing effluent pumping.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Cleaned main and secondary drains in homes and commercial buildings using cable or high-pressure water jets.
Field Technician
Pumpman, Baldwin Park
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Troubleshoot various types and sizes of pumps and motors as well as control panels and the piping associated with these pumps. Diagnose electrical problems and mechanical problems in water, storm water, sewage and booster pumping systems.
- Dismantle, inspect, troubleshoot and reassemble pumps and associated components in a shop environment. Maintain pumps and control panels on a periodic maintenance program in order to avoid costly and damaging failures.
- Maintain a clean workplace both in the field and in the shop. Keep an organized tool inventory and restock any used parts on a daily basis.
Maintenance Mechanic
Inland Empire Utilities Agency, Chino, California
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly preventative maintenance tasks on pumps, valves, tanks, motors and any other processing equipment. Remove, repair, rebuild and install process equipment as needed. Perform confined space entries while following OSHA and agency safety procedures. Utilize and maintain forklift on daily basis which included inspections, oil changes, battery testing and other repairs as needed. Transported and positioned pallets, pumps, motors and valves in the field and in a warehouse setting. Performed safe and effective rigging techniques on various components while installing pieces of equipment.
- Utilize computer based maintenance management program in daily tasks in order to track equipment performance and predict failures before catastrophic events occur. Gather oil samples and vibration data on critical equipment for predictive maintenance program. Monitor and record bearing temperatures in process equipment.
Senior Mechanic III
Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority, Victorville, CA
08.2012 - 09.2016
- Regularly and consistently performed preventative maintenance tasks and corrective mechanical maintenance using precision testing and measuring tools and instruments on complete wastewater treatment system which treated 12MGD average.
- Maintained and repaired fleet vehicles and heavy equipment including 3/4 ton trucks, forklifts, JCB loader, John Deere tractor and various trailer mounted diesel powered pumps. Performed regular inspections of all vehicles and equipment while adhering to MDAQMD rules and regulations. Overhauled diesel powered pumps and verified impeller tolerances and pumping capacity of each pump as per manufacturers recommendations.
- Successfully completed overhauls and installation of various makes and models of pumps in the wastewater field while avoiding violations or SSO's. Extensive experience with centrifugal, progressive cavity, peristaltic, chopper and self-priming pumps with countless hours of hands-on training at various vendor facilities.
Shipping/warehouse inventory control
BAB Steering and Hydraulics, Fontana, CA
04.2010 - 08.2012
- Daily operation of propane powered forklift in confined warehouse spaces with approximately 12 personnel frequently traveling through the warehouse spaces. Adhered to the companies safety program and performed daily inspection of forklift, hand truck and electric pallet jack with 0 violations or injuries in my 2 years on the warehouse floor.
- Maintained and managed warehouse inventory of both new and used components with an average annual value of $2million. Managed and organized the entire shipping department of 3 personnel on a daily basis while meeting customer needs and fellow employees inventory stock.
- Successfully and consistently organized the logistics of orders using multiple shipping companies with approximately 10 large orders per month. This included boxing, labeling, palletizing, wrapping and loading of 10-20 pallets per order with each order consisting of $20,000-$30,000 of merchandise.
Journeyman Carpenter
Hager Construction, San Dimas, CA
06.2004 - 11.2009
- Reviewed and assigned work to installation crew of 5-10 persons. Supervised and managed the work of the installation crew while maintaining clean and organized workplace and maintaining good relations with other trades and job supervisors.
- Safely and efficiently installed and tested electrical components in 115V and 240V ratings. Performed wire pulls and connections for household and garage equipment including breaker panels, outlet boxes, switches and junction boxes.
- Read plans and layout material according to drawings and specifications. Frequently operated forklift or reach lift in order to offload deliveries and transport materials. Occasionally utilized various size reach lifts for transporting materials up to 40' high on construction sites.
- Routinely assembled and installed widespread construction material including but not limited to interior and exterior doors, windows, shelving, cabinets, trim, floors, decks, stairs, counter-tops, vanities, sinks, plumbing, framing, walls and hardware.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glendora High School
Glendora, CA06.1996
Skills
- Tool management
- Power distribution
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Control systems
- Lighting systems
- Instrumentation calibration
- Pneumatic systems
- Boiler maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Machine repair
- Pump maintenance
Accomplishments
Successfully installed and programmed a variety of equipment in a Wastewater treatment plant in order to gain efficiency and cut excess costs in power consumption. Performed advanced rebuilds and repairs of equipment in timely manner to avoid unwanted downtime and potential sewage spills.
Certification
- Currently hold and maintain CWEA Mechanical Technologist Grade 2 certificate, CWEA Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator certificate, Fixed-cab Boom Truck Crane Operator license, Certified in Confined Space Entry/Rescue, HAZWOPER, Arc Flash prevention, CPR/first aid, Waukesha Gas Engine Technology 32 hour certificate, R.F. MacDonald 16 hour hands on pump workshop certificate, Overhead crane certificate, Scissor lift and Articulating Boom Lift certificate, Forklift and Tool Carrier certificate, Fall protection/prevention certificate, Traffic control certificate. Vibration analysis technician 1 certificate. Machinery Lubrication Technician 1 certificate.
- Successfully passed LA City Structural Steel Welding written exam. Attended 4 semesters of Welding Technology which included beginning and intermediate MIG, beginning and intermediate SMAW and Oxy-acetylene welding/brazzing. New job schedule restricted me from achieving the practical certificate and still have 6 months to acquire the practical per LA City requirements.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Veolia North America
10.2022 - Current
Sewer Technician
City Of Hesperia
08.2021 - 07.2022
Field Technician
Pumpman, Baldwin Park
05.2018 - 08.2021
Maintenance Mechanic
Inland Empire Utilities Agency, Chino, California
05.2017 - 04.2018
Senior Mechanic III
Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority, Victorville, CA
08.2012 - 09.2016
Shipping/warehouse inventory control
BAB Steering and Hydraulics, Fontana, CA
04.2010 - 08.2012
Journeyman Carpenter
Hager Construction, San Dimas, CA
06.2004 - 11.2009
High School Diploma -
Glendora High School