Israel Yambo Santiago

• Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical vehicle systems.
• Diagnosed, tuned, and repaired diesel engines.
• Disassembled, repaired, replaced, rebuilt major components such as clutches, water pumps, tires, tractor suspension, body components, rear differentials, drivelines, transmissions, wheel seals, brake systems to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
• Performed preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on trailer refrigeration systems.
• Performed front wheel alignments and trailer axle alignments.
• Troubleshot and repaired cooling and HVAC systems to maintain vehicle comfort and functionality.
• Conducted diagnostic testing using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Performed cutting and welding using torch and welding machines.
• Read, interpreted, and applied service bulletins and technical manuals.
• Ensured compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Communicated effectively with supervisors and team members to streamline workflow and enhance collaboration.
• Worked independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment.

• Managed chemical processes at Viscofan, enhancing production workflow
• Blended and applied chemicals with precision.
• Upheld high-quality standards in chemical operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Operated high-temperature and pressure systems with utmost safety
• Ensured product integrity through stringent quality controls

• Certified Operator in 2 Department
• Cellulose Department - Extrusion Cellulose Operator
• Installed skinless die and mandrel on extrusion equipment.
• Prepares and pitches a skinless line. Strings the lines to the wet end.
• Controlled opacity on skinless dye lines to maintain product quality.
• Catching a skinless line and centers the skinless dye.
• Cut the line at the cutting booth and monitored flow in tanks to the wet end.
• Runs the skinless lines out to the wet end in the event of a break or problem.
• Monitored inside and outside coag flow parameters to ensure optimal operation.

• Led a team as captain, coordinating efforts to achieve common goals.
• Led team of 4 technicians in vehicle maintenance actions supporting global contingency operations, enhancing operational readiness.
• Completed written repair orders, estimates, and material orders, ensuring parts availability for over 200 successful vehicle repairs.
• Completed written repair orders, estimates, and material orders to ensure availability of parts necessary to successfully complete over 200 repairs on assigned vehicles
• Performed specialized mechanical repairs and maintenance on diesel and gas engines, ensuring safety and functionality of all vehicles.

completed 2.5 years