ERICK M. HERNANDEZ
Cicero,IL
Summary
Maintenance technician with hands-on experience in industrial, commercial, and residential environments. Handles electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, HVAC and plumbing repairs, and safe use of diagnostic tools, with steady work in OSHA and Lockout/Tagout compliance.
Overview
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
Alpha Baking Company
07.2025 - 07.2026
- Troubleshot and repaired electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Executed preventive maintenance to maintain equipment reliability and performance.
- Resolved plant floor breakdowns and failures to minimize downtime.
- Conducted training sessions for employees to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Followed plant, corporate safety and food safety policies.
Maintenance Technician
Aerotek: Recruiting And Staffing
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Documented maintenance work and service needs for operations teams.
Construction Worker
Dynamic Home Services
09.2022 - 07.2025
- Executed residential construction projects, integrating electrical, plumbing, framing, drywall, and flooring to deliver quality results.
- Assisted residential renovation crews with framing, drywall, and finish carpentry tasks.
- Loaded materials and tools for home service projects across active job sites.
- Prepared work areas by clearing debris and setting up safety barriers.
- Performed diagnostics and ensured safe operation of power tools, enhancing safety in construction settings.
Machine Operator
Farmer's Fridge
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Executed changeovers and setup for varied specifications to meet production requirements.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance during production runs, enhancing output reliability. to complete tasks accurately.
- Conducted inspections of finished products for quality, defects, and compliance with work orders, ensuring adherence to standards.
- Followed safety procedures, GMP standards, and plant sanitation requirements.
Maintenance Technician
Pactiv Evergreen
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, enhancing operational reliability.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues in plant systems and utility equipment.
- Repaired conveyors, motors, pumps, and basic facility components.
- Performed preventive maintenance on client equipment through Aerotek staffing assignments.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA and LOTO regulations, promoting a safer work environment.
Machine Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Operated manufacturing equipment to ensure efficient production.
- Performed quality checks to maintain product standards.
- Prepared tools and materials for maintenance team to facilitate timely repairs.
Education
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Lincoln College of Technology
Melrose Park, ILSkills
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Repair
- Industrial Maintenance
- Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Conveyor Systems
- Refrigeration Systems
- Machinery Alignment
- Pipe Fitting
- Blueprint Reading
- Multimeter
- Root Cause Analysis
- OSHA
- LOTO
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Alpha Baking Company
07.2025 - 07.2026
Maintenance Technician
Aerotek: Recruiting And Staffing
09.2024 - 07.2025
Machine Operator
Farmer's Fridge
08.2023 - 09.2024
Construction Worker
Dynamic Home Services
09.2022 - 07.2025
Maintenance Technician
Pactiv Evergreen
12.2020 - 08.2022
Machine Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
12.2019 - 12.2020
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Lincoln College of Technology