Briana Kerr

• Performed root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to a reduction in unplanned maintenance events.
• Followed optimum preventative maintenance plans for complex mechanical systems.
• Performed in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve range of mechanical failures.
• Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
• Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations, minimizing risk of accidents and injuries.
• Firm understanding of basic and advanced electrical concepts, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting electrical faults.
• Knowledge of mechanical components, actuators, sensors, and their interactions within control systems (PLC's and VFD's)
• Installing motors, bearings, belts and safety guarding.
• Adhere to 5's procedures, safety guidelines and company policies.
• Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of robotic, mechanical(motors, gearboxes, bearings, actuators) safety, conveyance equipment.

• Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
• Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
• Worked non-standard and on-call hours and weekends on rotational basis and patiently focused on customer needs.
• Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
• Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
• Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
• Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
• Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
• Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
• Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
• Troubleshooting lift station subpanels

• Responsible for producing detailed drawings using AutoCad to meet customer requirements.
• Maintained and operated a Lincoln Torchmate plasma cutting table and a hoist crane.
• Optimized material usage through careful planning, reducing waste and lowering overall production costs.
• Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
• Adhered to strict quality control standards by using precision measuring tools such as micrometers or calipers during the inspection process of finished products.
• Coordinated with team members to ensure smooth workflow, sharing knowledge and expertise to optimize overall production performance.
• Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
• Completed projects on time by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks according to deadlines.
• Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
• Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.

• Tesla Gigafactory: shift was 7/12's for 4 months.
• Welded structural supports for piping systems.
• Performed layouts to ensure install was accurate.
• Cut, fit, and welded carbon steel piping systems.
• Cut, fit, and pressed stainless steel piping systems.
• Installed and hydrostatic tested systems.
• Cut, fit, joined, and installed 24' CPVC storm drain lines
• Used heavy equipment for critical lifts
• Daily use and maintenance of powered hand tools and welding machines.
• Systems installed during this period included storm drain, domestic water systems, sanitary waste lines, setting fixtures, high compressed air systems, chill water, deionized water.
• Exhibited strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, completing tasks diligently.
• Improved safety standards by consistently adhering to all workplace safety protocols and identifying potential hazards.
• Supported in troubleshooting problems, leading to minimal downtime and maintaining project momentum.

Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.

• Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
• Contributed to overall company success by maintaining a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to delivering exceptional service on all projects undertaken.
• Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
• Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
• Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
• Threaded pipes using piping machines.
• Site-ABIA (maintenance headquarters): projects included; rough in DWS, fixtures, sump pumps, sand/oil separator tanks, gas lines, controls, VAV installs, split units
• Soldering, brazing, Propress, and welding all performed on this job
• Tito's-ran underground propane and natural gas lines (polyethylene fusing certs obtained)
• Ran Aquatherm (polypropylene) inside the distilleries, compressed air tanks and lines, boiler room (welding)
• Block 71- ran pipe for the electrical side of the company for their lightning protection
• Service- repairs for Travis County
• ICU Medical/Hospiara- shutdown on their existing steam lines, also worked on new tool setup for a high purity DI water system (stainless TIG welding)

• Delivered high-quality workmanship consistently while adhering to strict specifications for each project assigned.
• Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
• Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
• Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
• Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
• Improved overall product quality by conducting thorough inspections of welds and ensuring adherence to safety standards.
• Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
• Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
• Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
• Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
• Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. 6G certified through AWS

• Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
• Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
• Promoted workplace safety culture by leading safety briefings and actively participating in hazard assessments.
• Maximized durability of welded structures by selecting appropriate filler materials based on metallurgical considerations.
• Expanded professional knowledge continuously through participation in industry workshops and training programs.
• Collaborated with team members for the successful completion of complex projects within deadline constraints.
• Received crane certifications for up to 75 ton, it has expired though.