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Damian Valdes

Tamarac

Summary

Dynamic Electromechanical Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Aventura Judaica LLC, excelling in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance equipment uptime through innovative solutions and effective project management. Skilled in electrical systems and customer service, consistently delivering high-quality results while collaborating with teams under pressure.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Maintenance Technician

Aventura Judaica LLC
Deerfield Beach
11.2022 - Current
  • Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
  • Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
  • Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
  • Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Ensured proper functioning of facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.

Field Service Technician

Laserdv
Toledo
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Disassembled defective machines for repair or replacement of parts.
  • Consulted blueprints and manufacturer manuals to plan appropriate and effective repair work.
  • Estimated cost of labor and materials for projects and communicated value to clients.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Repaired and maintained production machinery in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Relayed important safety guidelines to clients to achieve thorough understanding of new equipment.
  • Performed on-site installation, routine maintenance and minor repairs to systems.
  • Disassembled dysfunctional machinery to perform root cause analysis and repairs.
  • Performed troubleshooting on electronic circuits and systems.
  • Handled telephone support calls to determine issues and provide solutions.
  • Explained and recommended service options to customers and detailed costs.

Field Service Technician

Trotec Laser SLU
Madrid
10.2018 - 06.2021
  • Disassembled defective machines for repair or replacement of parts.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Estimated cost of labor and materials for projects and communicated value to clients.
  • Consulted blueprints and manufacturer manuals to plan appropriate and effective repair work.
  • Repaired and maintained production machinery in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Relayed important safety guidelines to clients to achieve thorough understanding of new equipment.
  • Performed on-site installation, routine maintenance and minor repairs to systems.
  • Handled telephone support calls to determine issues and provide solutions.
  • Explained and recommended service options to customers and detailed costs.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manufacturer manuals before beginning installation and repair work.
  • Assisted with training of junior technicians in proper installation techniques and safety protocols.
  • Disassembled dysfunctional machinery to perform root cause analysis and repairs.
  • Collaborated with other technicians to resolve complex issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Trained customers on equipment after installation.
  • Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
  • Performed troubleshooting on electronic circuits and systems.

Handymen

Damian's Repairs
Sevilla
01.2017 - 09.2018

Founded and operated a company specializing in home electrical installations and systems.

Executed installations for Ethernet, CCTV, motor controllers, automatic garage doors, and pool electrical/plumbing systems.

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

Self-employeed
Havana
06.1996 - 12.2016
  • Installation, PM, and repair of industrial machines, including Trotec laser cutting and engraving machines. New home electrical installation, Ethernet, Ademco alarm systems, pagers, CCTV, motor controllers, automatic garage doors, etc. I fulfilled comprehensive jobs for different companies, being successful in the performance of my duties.
  • Installed, repaired, and programmed programmable logic controllers and variable speed drives.

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

Havana Lithography
Havana
01.1996 - 05.1996
  • Executed preventative maintenance and repairs on electrical and electronic boards of industrial printing and guillotine machines.
    Designed and deployed innovative control circuits using photocells and transistors for a vintage Roland Record machine.
    Reviving it, restoring functionality after years of inactivity.

Education

Certificate - OSHA EPA 608

Skill Cat
08-2024

Certificate - HVAC Residential System

Skill Cat
08-2024

Certificate - Large Format Series

Trotec Laser
Austria
03-2019

Certificate - Speedy Series

Trotec Laser
Austria
11-2018

Bachelor of Science - Electronic

Technical School Eduardo Garcia
Havana, Cuba
06-1991

Skills

  • Electrical systems
  • Analytical thinking
  • Customer service
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Project management
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Team collaboration
  • Equipment dismantling
  • Supply and parts ordering
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Metal welding
  • HVAC systems
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Equipment calibration
  • Power tools usage
  • Wiring installation and repair
  • Detail orientation
  • Problem-solving
  • Alignments experience
  • Computerized maintenance management
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Decision-making
  • Corel Draw
  • Microsoft Office
  • TeamViewer
  • Work under pressure

Timeline

Warehouse Maintenance Technician

Aventura Judaica LLC
11.2022 - Current

Field Service Technician

Laserdv
07.2021 - 06.2022

Field Service Technician

Trotec Laser SLU
10.2018 - 06.2021

Handymen

Damian's Repairs
01.2017 - 09.2018

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

Self-employeed
06.1996 - 12.2016

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

Havana Lithography
01.1996 - 05.1996

Certificate - OSHA EPA 608

Skill Cat

Certificate - HVAC Residential System

Skill Cat

Certificate - Large Format Series

Trotec Laser

Certificate - Speedy Series

Trotec Laser

Bachelor of Science - Electronic

Technical School Eduardo Garcia
Damian Valdes