David Juarez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Pump Repair Tech skilled in system repair, safety management, and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to respond quickly to challenges and ensure quality control. Adaptable technician with a strong focus on safety compliance and quality assurance. Expertise in equipment maintenance and repair, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results and supporting team success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pump Repair Tech
Harbison-Fischer
Bakersfield, CA
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Repaired hydraulic pumps and components efficiently and accurately.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for disassembly and reassembly tasks.
- Repaired malfunctioning systems by replacing defective components or making necessary adjustments.
- Replaced defective components with compatible replacements sourced from suppliers.
- Tested repaired products for proper operation prior to returning them to customers.
- Responded quickly to emergency repair calls from customers.
- Operated steaming equipment to prepare fabrics for production.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the steaming area.
- Followed safety protocols when handling equipment and materials.
- Inspected materials for quality and consistency before steaming.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline steaming processes.
- Assisted in training new staff on operating steaming machines.
- Documented daily operations and any issues encountered during steaming processes.
- Cleaned and inspected all parts of the steamer system to ensure functionality.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding any issues or changes that may affect the operation of a steamer.
- Inspected pipes for leaks or corrosion damage to prevent water loss or contamination.
Sandblaster/Painter
PCL Industrial Construction
Bakersfield, CA
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for painting and coating.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area for safety and efficiency.
- Inspected surfaces to identify imperfections prior to sandblasting procedures.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during sandblasting operations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
- Assisted in training new employees on equipment usage and safety measures.
- Adjusted sandblasting pressure and materials based on project requirements.
- Documented daily activities and materials used for inventory tracking purposes.
- Set up and operated sandblasting equipment according to safety protocols.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on machinery before use in order to identify potential issues.
- Prepared surfaces for sandblasting by removing rust, dirt, paint, and other debris.
- Inspected parts before and after sandblasting process to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Provided assistance in the loading and unloading of materials into the sandblast cabinet or onto blast tables.
- Followed established environmental regulations when disposing of waste generated from projects.
- Used hand tools such as chisels, hammers, scrapers, wire brushes for more detailed cleaning tasks.
- Established containment barriers around areas where blasting was taking place.
- Monitored air pressure levels throughout the duration of the project to ensure consistent results.
- Mixed abrasive material with water to create a slurry for blasting.
- Adjusted nozzle size and pressure settings on the sandblaster to achieve desired results.
- Ensured that proper protective clothing was worn during any operation involving hazardous materials such as silica-based media or chemicals.
- Discarded spent abrasive media safely in accordance with company policies and local laws.
- Safely operated equipment to set up and prepare area for blasting.
- Determined appropriate type of media used based on substrates being blasted.
- Kept accurate records of all jobs performed including quantity of material used and time needed to complete task.
- Assisted with training new employees in safe operating procedures for sandblasters.
- Mixed abrasives according to desired finishes.
- Repaired damaged components using welding techniques prior to beginning any sandblasting work.
- Loaded sandblasting equipment with abrasives and attached nozzles to hoses to admit compressed air and activate jets.
Education
High School Diploma -
South High School
Bakersfield, CA06-2016
Skills
- System repair
- Teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Stain removal
- Worksite preparation
- Active listening
- Following safety practices
- Work order completion
- Blueprint reading
- Construction
- Equipment testing
- Safety management
- Safety requirements
- Equipment inspection
- Sandblasting operations
- Surface preparation
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Abrasive material handling
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Sandblasting safety protocols
- Maintenance and repair
- OSHA compliance
- Forklift driving
- Shoveling expert
- Strong communication skills
- Abrasive blasting expertise
- Protective coating application
- Personal protective equipment
- Respiratory protection usage
- Sandblasting
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pump Repair Tech
Harbison-Fischer
01.2024 - 11.2025
Sandblaster/Painter
PCL Industrial Construction
02.2022 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
South High School