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Esteban Gonzalez

Esteban Gonzalez

Fontana,CA

Summary

Skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician with proven capability in troubleshooting automation systems, including PLC I/O faults, VFD performance issues, sensor failures, and control circuit problems. Adept in both electrical and mechanical repair across fast-paced industrial environments, with expertise in conveyor systems, drive components, and safety circuits. Supported by state-recognized mechatronics training and drafting experience, bringing a systematic, detail-driven approach to root-cause analysis and preventive maintenance. Recognized for improving asset reliability, enhancing safety, and providing dependable technical leadership during breakdowns and equipment upgrades.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Target DC
02.2023 - Current

• Troubleshoot conveyor and ASRS automation using SCADA/HMI screens, PLC fault codes, I/O indicators, and device-level diagnostics.
• Resolve faults involving VFDs, 3-phase motors, MDRs, encoders, scanners, photoeyes, and other automation hardware.
• Diagnose industrial networking issues including EtherNet/IP device faults, drive IP conflicts, and communication interruptions.
• Calibrate scanners, cameras, scales, and print-and-apply systems to ensure accurate labeling and tracking performance.
• Rebuild and replace mechanical components such as rollers, belts, bearings, chains, gearboxes, and drive assemblies.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance including lubrication, alignment, inspections, and electrical testing.
• Use Maximo CMMS to process work orders, update equipment histories, and document recurring issues for root-cause analysis.
• Ensure full compliance with PPE standards, NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements, and Lockout/Tagout procedures during all maintenance tasks.

Industrial Maintenance Electrician

GAF
10.2021 - 02.2023

• Performed electrical troubleshooting and repair on motors, VFDs, PLC I/O, contactor's, relays, sensors, and process control circuits across plant operations.
• Accessed PLC ladder logic to trace faults, verify input/output states, and diagnose equipment failures impacting production.
• Calibrated and maintained instrumentation including temperature, pressure, proximity, and level sensing devices to ensure stable and accurate process control.
• Conducted preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems, drives, control panels, and motors to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Responded to breakdowns, performed root-cause analysis, and restored electrical and automation systems to operational status.
• Collaborated with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support system upgrades, equipment installations, and electrical/control modifications.
• Updated maintenance records, asset histories, and parts usage within Maximo CMMS to support trend analysis and equipment planning.
• Ensured strict compliance with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards, PPE requirements, and Lockout/Tagout procedures during all troubleshooting and repair activities.

Education

Apprenticeship - Industrial Automation And Mechatronics

Chaffey College Intech
Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology

Indiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IN

Skills

  • PLC I/O Troubleshooting & Ladder Logic Interpretation (Allen-Bradley RSLogix / Studio 5000)
  • VFD Diagnostics, Configuration & Motor Control Systems
  • 3-Phase Electrical Troubleshooting, Control Wiring & Panel Components
  • Mechanical System Repair: Conveyors, Gearboxes, Bearings & Drives
  • Industrial Sensors & Instrumentation Diagnostics (Photoeyes, Prox, Encoders, Scanners)
  • EtherNet/IP Industrial Networking Basics & Device Communications
  • Safety & Compliance: LOTO, NFPA 70E, OSHA-10
  • Electrical Schematics & Mechanical Blueprint Interpretation
  • Control Panel Wiring, Device Installation & Circuit Diagnostics
  • CMMS Systems (Maximo Work Orders, Asset Tracking, Failure Reporting)
  • Troubleshooting Safety Circuits & E-Stop Chains
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for Equipment Failures

Timeline

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Target DC
02.2023 - Current

Industrial Maintenance Electrician

GAF
10.2021 - 02.2023

Apprenticeship - Industrial Automation And Mechatronics

Chaffey College Intech

Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology

Indiana Institute of Technology