James Paz
Kingman,AZ
Summary
Experienced and dedicated professional with over 15 years of experience in both manufacturing and service industries. Demonstrated strong growth within organization, Starting off in Maintenance, as I learned the plant, then completing system sign offs and operation qualifications . Proven technical expertise with ability to creatively solve problems and develop advantageous organizational solutions. Exceptional quality, production, and product quantity standards. Serve as a leader and mentor to other employees while demonstrating a team-focus that illustrates cohesiveness. Can welder both mig and ac/dc stick welder, Cutting torches, plasmas ect. Also efficient with using a mill and lathe, to reverse engineering parts. Worked with all voltages. Manage PV solar plants. Performed complete plant Lock out tag out , for outages.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Handyman
Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
- Provided a wide range of handyman services to residential and commercial clients, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, and general repairs
- Managed all aspects of the business operations, including scheduling appointments, purchasing supplies and materials, and maintaining accurate records
- Built a strong client base through word-of-mouth referrals and positive customer reviews
- Completed projects on time and within budget while ensuring high-quality workmanship
- Offered expert advice on home improvement options and provided cost-effective solutions
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills by identifying issues quickly and implementing effective solutions
- Handled multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing tasks based on urgency
- 120/240/480/4160 volt experience
- Welding AC/DC, Mig Welding
Maintenance Technician
Cantex
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
Maintenance Technician
Cantex
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues and ensure equipment functionality
- Collaborated with contractors and vendors for specialized repairs or installations
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders and completed tasks
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, and environmental regulations during all repairs and maintenance activities.
- Troubleshot problems using drawings and a multimeter.
- Low voltage to 480
- Replaced motors, hydraulic pumps, Vacuum pumps, blowers, etc.
- Operated man lifts, forklifts
- Installed new equipment, and fit to are system.
- Used lotto to preform job the safely, protecting myself, and equipment
Power Plant Maintenance technician/ Operator
Calpine
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Operated and maintained power plant equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems
- Monitored power plant operations to ensure efficient and safe functioning of equipment
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance tasks on power plant equipment to prevent breakdowns and optimize performance
- Maintained accurate records of operating conditions, readings, repairs, and maintenance activities for regulatory compliance purposes
- Conducted regular tests on water quality parameters such as pH levels, conductivity, turbidity, etc., ensuring proper treatment processes were followed
- Chemical offloads
- Made sure plant was running within air district parameters
- Monitored and made adjustments on megawatts, following schedule
- Communicated with gas company to adjust gas pressure do to load
- Troubleshooting all mechanical and electrical problem
- Chemical off loads
- Hazardous communication
- Daily logs and meter readings
- Tested air and issued confined space permits.
- Performed lockout tag out
- 120/480/4180 volt experience
- Nerc and ferc trained
- Maximo
- Supervised personnel engaged in plant operations activities
- Maintained safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
- Used forklifts, pumping equipment and air compressors frequently
- Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel
- Use drawings and schematics in trouble and new installation
Maintenance Technician
American Woodmark
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues and ensure equipment functionality
- Responded promptly to maintenance requests from tenants or management, resolving issues in a timely manner
- Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting electrical circuits using multimeters and other diagnostic tools
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment as safe and fast as possible to get the line moving again
- Installed and kept on on the ro and fogger system
- 120/240/480 voltage
- Made weld repairs with a mig or ac/dc stick welder.
Power Plant maintenance technician/ Operator
Calpine
02.2005 - 09.2016
- Maintained accurate records of operating conditions, readings, repairs, and maintenance activities for regulatory compliance purposes
- Responded promptly to alarms or malfunctions in the power plant system, troubleshooting issues and taking corrective actions as needed
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance tasks on power plant equipment to prevent breakdowns and optimize performance
- Monitored power plant operations to ensure efficient and safe functioning of equipment
- Operated and maintained power plant equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems
- Maintained a clean working environment by organizing tools/equipment storage areas regularly
- Stop and start peaker plant.(LM6000)
- Performed water washes on turbine
- Stopped and started distilery plant
- Made sure plant was running within air district parameters
- Monitored and made adjustments on megawatts, following schedule
- Communicated with gas company to adjust pressure do to load
- Troubleshooting all mechanical and electrical problem
- Chemical off loads
- Hazardous communication
- Daily logs
- Performed routine maintenance tasks, including inspecting equipment, troubleshooting issues, and repairing or replacing faulty components
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal performance and longevity of machinery and equipment
- Change motors, fans, pumps
- 120/240/480 volts
- Made weld repairs as needed.
Lead Maintenance Technician/ Operator
Yankee Energy
03.2000 - 01.2004
- Operated and maintained power plant equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems
- Monitored power plant operations to ensure efficient and safe functioning of equipment
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance tasks on power plant equipment to prevent breakdowns and optimize performance
- Responded promptly to alarms or malfunctions in the power plant system, troubleshooting issues and taking corrective actions as needed
- Maintained accurate records of operating conditions, readings, repairs, and maintenance activities for regulatory compliance purposes
- Collaborated with other operators and technicians to coordinate work schedules and ensure smooth operation of the power plant
- Provided technical support during planned outages/maintenance turnarounds by assisting in isolating/de-energizing specific sections/equipment safely
- Maintained a thorough understanding of plant operating procedures, safety guidelines, and emergency response protocols
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by monitoring emissions levels and implementing necessary control measures
- Trained new operators on proper operation techniques and safety protocols within the power plant environment
- Made sure plant was running within air district parameters
- Monitored and made adjustments on megawatts, following schedule
- Communicated with gas company to adjust pressure do to load
- Troubleshooting all mechanical and electrical problem
- Chemical off loads
- Hazardous communication
- Daily logs and meter readings
- Operated loaders filling the fuel house
- Made the schedule for operations and maintained
- Help plan the outage work
Maintenance Technician/ Lead Man
Psc
07.1998 - 02.2000
- Operated cranes
- Hydro blasted
- Operated vacuum tankers
- Confined space
- Confined space rescue team
- Hazardous waste clean up
- Manage entire Confined space, heater treaters and tank cleaning.
- Issued permits, monitor air
- Hazwopper
- EHS trained
- Hydro cranes and. A frames
- Welded Mig and Ac/DC
- Use of cutting torches and plasmas
- Pipe fitted
- Implementing new equipment from prints
- Lock out tag out
- 120/240/480 voltage
- Hazardous communication trained
Education
Boiler And Facility, Maintenance And Operations
Gpi
OnlineMaintenance -
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA09.1999
Skills
- Analysis skills
- Forklift
- Water treatment
- High-pressure steam boilers
- Rigging
- Crane
- Computer skills
- Firetube boilers
- Electrical Experience
- Mechanic Experience
- Hazmat
- Machining
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Electrical wiring
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Project Implementation
- Industrial equipment
- Project management
- Solar plant operator
- Troubleshooting
- Low-pressure steam boilers
- Quality assurance
- Leadership
- Chemical hazards
- Microsoft Excel
- Condensing boilers
- Maximo
- Power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical systems
- Time management
- Management
- Fabrication
- Maintenance
- Communication skills
- Adobe Acrobat
- Soldering
- Industrial mechanic experience
- Nerc& ferc
- Automotive repair
- Microsoft Word
- Programmable logic controllers
- Restaurant experience
- Carpentry
- OSHA
- Schematics
- Watertube boilers
- Microsoft Outlook
- Handyman experience
- Wastewater treatment
- Manufacturing
- Chemical offloading
- Boiler
- Microsoft Office
- Low voltage
- NEC
- Plant Management
- Boiler operation
- Materials handling
- Handyman
- Supervising experience
- Voltmeter
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Quality management
- Stick welding
- Hand tools
- Plastics injection molding
- Welding
- Vehicle maintenance
- Hydraulics
- Renewable energy
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Industrial electrician experience
- Industrial maintenance
- Distributed control systems
- Chemical offloads
- Facilities Maintenance
- CAD
- Plumbing
- Construction
- Equipment Repair
- Boiler chemistry
- Quality control
- Lock out tag out
- Six sigma
Certification
- CDL, Class D
- First Aid Certification
- Non-CDL Class C
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Cantex
11.2024 - 08.2025
Maintenance Technician
Cantex
09.2024 - 08.2025
Handyman
Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
Power Plant Maintenance technician/ Operator
Calpine
05.2019 - 09.2020
Maintenance Technician
American Woodmark
01.2018 - 04.2019
Power Plant maintenance technician/ Operator
Calpine
02.2005 - 09.2016
Lead Maintenance Technician/ Operator
Yankee Energy
03.2000 - 01.2004
Maintenance Technician/ Lead Man
Psc
07.1998 - 02.2000
Maintenance -
Hartnell College
Boiler And Facility, Maintenance And Operations
Gpi