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Curtis Hamilton

Durham,NC

Summary

Highly experienced Maintenance Technician with proven expertise at Wolfspeed in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Adept at leading teams to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in forklift operation and process optimization, consistently achieving uptime and improving equipment functionality through effective problem-solving and documentation practices.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Wolfspeed
Durham, NC
04.2023 - 03.2025
  • Executed diagnostic procedures to determine and correct faults.
  • Maintained clean work areas to ensure safety from debris and hazardous materials.
  • Identified issues with equipment and completed necessary repairs to ensure uptime.
  • Completed regular maintenance activities, such as machine lubrication and cleaning.
  • Handled assembly, installation, and repair of electrical components.

CPT Area Lead

Corning Incorporated
Durham, NC
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Assigned responsibilities to team members, ensuring projects stayed on track.
  • Directed staff to maintain safety and cleanliness through effective protocols.
  • Oversaw equipment functionality to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Evaluated job specifications to configure machines properly.
  • Recognized opportunities for further enhancement.

Forklift Operator

ADUSA
Butner, NC
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Skillfully directed forklift through areas with loaded pallets, boxes, and various materials.
  • Measured and documented product weight and dimensions for tagging.
  • Coordinated with supervisor and warehouse staff to streamline operations.
  • Utilized handheld scanners to ensure compliance with warehouse management systems.
  • Highlighted potential safety and quality problems with management.

Sub Fab Technician

Cree Inc
Durham, NC
06.2016 - 10.2021
  • Changed gas cylinders and completed chemical fills.
  • Led QA processes for pumps, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Transported parts and chemicals to Epi and Wafer Fab labs.
  • Transferred hazardous waste drum units within Wafer Fab and Epi zones utilizing a forklift.
  • Maintained safety standards by using proper protective equipment for chemical handling.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Technology 2005-2006

Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC

Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Computer Technology 2003-2005

North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC

Skills

  • Preventive and corrective maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Production support
  • Team leadership
  • Forklift operation
  • Safety compliance (OSHA, EPA)
  • Process optimization
  • Documentation

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Wolfspeed
04.2023 - 03.2025

CPT Area Lead

Corning Incorporated
02.2022 - 04.2023

Forklift Operator

ADUSA
10.2021 - 01.2022

Sub Fab Technician

Cree Inc
06.2016 - 10.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Technology 2005-2006

Durham Technical Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Computer Technology 2003-2005

North Carolina A & T State University
Curtis Hamilton