FRANKLIN VIERA
Houston,TX
Summary
Safety-focused Machine Operator and Maintenance Technician with experience operating production machinery, diagnosing equipment faults, and performing electrical and mechanical maintenance. Skilled in machine setups, changeovers, repairs, and quality inspections. Committed to workplace safety, reliable equipment operation, and meeting production requirements.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator / Maintenance Technician
API
Houston, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Operate Windmller & Holscher, Garant Maschinen, and ZNEP machinery to meet production requirements.
- Completed machine setups and changeovers, optimizing settings to align with production requirements.
- Troubleshot equipment across entire machine, identifying faults and implementing corrective actions to restore functionality.
- Perform maintenance and repairs to restore machine operation and minimize downtime.
- Inspected product quality and adjusted machinery to ensure compliance with production standards.
- Maintain personal and team safety during equipment operation, setup, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Electrical Technician
National Oilwell Varco
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems and manufacturing equipment.
- Diagnosed electrical faults using multimeters and other testing equipment.
- Read and interpreted electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
- Performed routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems and manufacturing equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Followed electrical safety and Lockout/Tagout procedures to protect personnel during inspections and maintenance.
- Supported senior electricians on various projects with commercial and industrial projects.
- Documented inspection findings and equipment issues on a laptop, referring faults to appropriate personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elsik High School
Houston, TXSkills
- Production: Machine operation, setups, changeovers, and product quality checks
- Machinery: Windmüller & Holscher, Garant Maschinen, and ZNEP
- Maintenance: Equipment troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, repairs, and preventive maintenance
- Electrical: Wiring, electrical testing, schematics, blueprints, and conduit installation
- Preventive maintenance
- Tools: Multimeters, megohmmeters, electrical testing equipment, hand and power tools
- Safety & Reporting: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), inspection reports, Microsoft Office, and CMMS
Personal Information
Title: MACHINE OPERATOR | MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Timeline
Machine Operator / Maintenance Technician
API
09.2025 - Current
Electrical Technician
National Oilwell Varco
08.2018 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Elsik High School