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Christian Garland

MDI Management
Lebanon,OR
4
years of professional experience

Accomplished Maintenance Technician with expertise in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting, honed at MDI Management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and safety awareness. Successfully reduced equipment downtime by 20% through proactive repairs and coordination. Adept at utilizing hand and power tools to achieve optimal results and maintain high standards of building maintenance.

Work History

Maintenance Technician

1 Year 1 Month
MDI Management | 09.2025 - Current
  • Inspected HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems to identify maintenance issues.
  • Responded to work orders and completed repairs for appliances, fixtures, and common-area equipment.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on doors, lights, filters, and mechanical components.
  • Replaced worn parts, tightened hardware, and restored equipment to safe operating condition.
  • Documented repair activities, supply usage, and service requests for accurate maintenance records.
  • Maintained tools, parts inventory, and storage areas to support efficient daily operations.
  • Followed safety procedures and building codes while completing routine maintenance tasks.
  • 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.

Forklift Operator

11 Months
Boise Cascade | 07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Operated forklift to load and unload lumber, panels, and packaged materials safely.
  • Inspected equipment before use to verify brakes, hydraulics, forks, and safety controls.
  • Staged materials for shipping and receiving to support accurate order fulfillment.
  • Moved product through warehouse and yard while maintaining clear aisles and safe traffic flow.
  • Verified inventory locations and product labels to reduce handling errors.
  • Secured loads using proper stacking, wrapping, and placement methods.
  • Coordinated with shipping and production teams to keep material flow consistent.
  • Followed workplace safety procedures and housekeeping standards in fast-paced operations.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.

Conveyor Belt Technician

1 Year 2 Months
Conveyors And Equipment | 04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Installed conveyor belt systems, aligning components for safe, reliable material handling.
  • Inspected belts, rollers, and pulleys to identify wear, damage, and misalignment.
  • Repaired conveyor assemblies using hand tools, power tools, and mechanical troubleshooting methods.
  • Adjusted belt tension and tracking to maintain smooth operation and reduce downtime.
  • Replaced worn parts, including bearings, idlers, motors, and drive components.
  • Trained technicians on lockout/tagout procedures and preventive maintenance practices.
  • Documented service findings, repair actions, and equipment conditions for maintenance records.
  • Coordinated with operations teams to prioritize urgent breakdowns and restore production flow.
  • Maintained detailed records of performed tasks, ensuring proper documentation for future reference and reporting purposes.
  • Detected and reported defective equipment, damaged materials and conveyor belt code violations to maintain client safety.
  • Enhanced team productivity through effective communication, coordination, and collaboration with fellow technicians.

Education

High School Diploma

Granite Peaks | Salt Lake City, UT | 04-2011

Skills

Preventive Maintenance
Building maintenance
Mechanical troubleshooting
Troubleshooting skills
Safety awareness
Hand and power tools
Equipment installation
Equipment Repair
Tool management
Hand tools expertise
Lockout and tagout procedures
Power tools proficiency
Apartment maintenance
Groundskeeping
Door hardware

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

MDI Management
09.2025 - CurrentRead More

Forklift Operator

Boise Cascade
07.2024 - 06.2025Read More

Conveyor Belt Technician

Conveyors And Equipment
04.2023 - 06.2024Read More

Granite Peaks

High School Diploma
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Christian Garland