Don C. Williams
San Antonio
Summary
Results-driven maintenance specialist with expertise in preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting. Demonstrated success in minimizing equipment downtime and improving operational efficiency through thorough inspections and timely emergency repairs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Specialist
HEB
San Antonio
11.2012 - Current
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime significantly.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems using test instruments, restoring equipment functionality.
- Inspected equipment and facilities regularly to ensure safety compliance, preventing potential hazards.
- Responded promptly to emergency repair requests, minimizing operational disruptions.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot maintenance issues and enhance efficiency.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Assisted in training new staff on maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained detailed maintenance records and logs to track repairs and costs accurately, supporting budget management.
Maintenance Technician
Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods, Inc
Austin
01.2009 - Current
- Troubleshot and maintained plant production equipment, ensuring reliable operation of conveyors, diverters, valves, motors, fryers, depositors, gearboxes, pumps, gears, sprockets, bearings, battery chargers, elevators, and compactors through preventive maintenance tasks.
- Maintained electrical systems including transformers, main breakers, and fuses in 480v 3 phase systems, ensuring operational integrity of VFDs, power supplies, motor control centers, and equipment power panels.
- Executed set-ups and changeovers on production equipment, optimizing packaging and prep areas for efficiency.
- Welding Mig, Tig, Arc. Prepares materials cutting, grinding drilling, soldered copper pipe and threaded pipe fitting.
- Completed confined space and fire safety training to ensure workplace safety.
- Accepted various job responsibilities while ensuring efficient use of materials.
Maintenance Technician
Rain Creek Baking Company
Fresno
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Maintained electrical 480v systems, including power supplies, breakers, and fuses; executed pressure discharge and isolation procedures in hydraulics and pneumatics, troubleshooting and repairing components, pumps, and compressors to ensure system integrity.
- Rebuilt pumps and gearboxes; installed and troubleshot 3 phase and single phase motors to enhance operational reliability.
- Executed TIG welding on metal components and troubleshot power transmission issues in gears, sprockets, bearings, idlers, rollers, and conveyors, ensuring optimal functionality.
Supervisor/Lead
Electronic Recyclers of America
Fresno
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Managed collection events ensuring operational efficiency.
- Coached employees to improve productivity and engagement.
- Developed training course for new recruits to streamline onboarding.
Material Handler
Feancal Tartaric Inc.
Fresno
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Executed material handling tasks, ensuring timely support for production operations.
- Machine/Heavy equipment operator (front loader, bobcat, forklift).
- Monitored process control systems, identifying issues to optimize performance.
- Operated wastewater treatment systems, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
- Boiler operation (start-up, shut down and blow down).
Education
Certificate - Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Control Technology
Fresno City College Career & Technology Center
Fresno, CA01-2007
Diploma -
Clovis Adult School
Clovis, CA01-1998
Skills
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Electrical repair
- Welding techniques
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
Timeline
Maintenance Specialist
HEB
11.2012 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods, Inc
01.2009 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Rain Creek Baking Company
01.2007 - 01.2008
Supervisor/Lead
Electronic Recyclers of America
01.2006 - 01.2007
Material Handler
Feancal Tartaric Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2005
Certificate - Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Control Technology
Fresno City College Career & Technology Center
Diploma -
Clovis Adult School