Danny Abella
Greenwood,IN
Summary
Adept at technical troubleshooting and fostering team leadership, I excelled at Alfa Laval by enhancing service quality and equipment functionality, achieving a significant reduction in customer callbacks. My expertise in equipment operation and commitment to professionalism underpin my track record of delivering high-quality repairs and installations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Service Technician
Alfa Laval
Greenwood , IN
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Repaired gasketed plate heat exchangers at the customer location.
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
- Repaired and maintained production machinery in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Disassembled defective machines for repair or replacement of parts.
- Ran tests on newly repaired machinery and equipment to confirm proper functionality.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to corporate safety procedures.
- Replaced faulty parts or components following diagrams or blueprints.
- Explained and recommended service options to customers and detailed costs.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Observed field safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Minimized customer callbacks and equipment failure by reviewing job upon completion.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting service activities performed on each job site.
Restoration Specialist
Marshall construction services
Greenwood, IN
09.2015 - 09.2020
- Performed demolition work when required in order to remove old or damaged materials prior to installation of new components.
- Coordinated with contractors, vendors, and insurance companies to secure necessary resources for projects.
- Removed damaged materials from sites using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Installed new drywall, flooring, insulation, paint, fixtures. as needed according to project specifications.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines set forth by OSHA while working on job sites.
- Maintained a clean workspace at all times while adhering to company policies related to proper storage of hazardous materials.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding project updates and changes in order to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Researched applicable building codes in order determine compliance requirements for various tasks associated with restoration jobs.
- Created detailed reports outlining project progress, costs, timelines, and any changes that occurred throughout the process.
- Developed estimates for the cost of materials and labor for restoration projects.
- Facilitated safety meetings to promote workplace safety and discuss specific safety concerns.
- Conducted on-site surveys to assess damage and develop restoration plans.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as dehumidifiers and air scrubbers to reduce moisture levels in affected areas.
- Inspected buildings before and after completion of restorations to verify quality standards had been met.
- Inspected worksites and work of personnel on regular basis to identify issues or non-conformity, taking action to immediately correct identified deficiencies.
Test Technician
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Franklin, IN
05.2012 - 08.2015
- I ran a series of tests on automobile air conditioning compressors.
- Created reports documenting all test results, including defect descriptions and corrective action taken.
- Compiled test results to organize and consolidate knowledge gleaned from conducted tests.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests performed including setup parameters used, results obtained, modifications made.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on test equipment such as calibrating instruments according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
- Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed failed products to determine root cause failure mechanisms and identified corrective actions necessary for improvement.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
IUPUI
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Building material evaluation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Preventive Maintenance
- Record keeping
- Professionalism and ethics
- Insurance claim handling
- Equipment operation proficiency
- Safety protocols adherence
- Team leadership
- Hand tools proficiency
- Technical troubleshooting
- Service quality
- Fault diagnosis
- Power tools
- Tool management
- Safety assessment
- Equipment documentation
- Mechanical background
- Hardware repair
- Equipment Repair
- Emergency response
- Relationship building
- Heavy lifting
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Quality assurance testing
- Diagnostic testing
- Work order management
- Power tools operation
- Installation and maintenance
- Equipment oversight
- System installation
- Training and mentoring
- Field repairs
- Customer service
Timeline
Field Service Technician
Alfa Laval
09.2020 - 08.2021
Restoration Specialist
Marshall construction services
09.2015 - 09.2020
Test Technician
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
05.2012 - 08.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
IUPUI