Joe Vargas
Occidental Petroleum
Andrews,TX
1
Language
10
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Equipment Technician with expertise in diagnosing and repairing diverse machinery. Enhanced equipment reliability and safety through proactive maintenance strategies and effective troubleshooting. Accomplished in identifying customer needs and delivering tailored solutions that build strong client relationships and drive satisfaction.
Work History
Equipment Technician
1 Year 8 Months- Led cross-functional teams in executing equipment upgrades, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced repair turnaround time.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to drive strategic decisions for maintenance planning and resource allocation.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment handling techniques and safety standards.
- Worked on H Pumps, Transfer pumps, injection pumps, VRUs
Equipment Technician
1 Year 3 Months- Troubleshot and repaired industrial equipment to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize equipment performance and enhance safety protocols.
- Documented repair processes and maintenance schedules for compliance and operational tracking.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Field technician
5 Years 2 Months- Rig up and rigging down of equipment on drilling rigs
- Monitor and assist in operation Transfer Pumps and equipment.
- Responsible for maintenance and care Transfer Pumps and Equipment including
- Monitored and assisted in operation of transfer pumps and equipment to optimize performance.
- Oversaw maintenance and care of transfer pumps and equipment, including
- Managed transfer pumps to ensure efficient operation during projects.
- Maintained diaphragm pump to support fluid transfer tasks.
- Conducted electrical troubleshooting, identifying faulty components and replacing 480 starters and overloads in electrical equipment...
Pump technician
1 Year 8 Months- Constructed new and repaired used centrifugal pumps to ensure optimal performance
- Managed tear down and repairs of centrifugal pumps to restore functionality
- Rebuilt back pressure and various dump valves to maintain system integrity
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Equipment Repair
Mechanical troubleshooting
Hydraulic systems
Electrical diagnostics
Pneumatic systems
Diagnostic testing
Predictive maintenance
Lockout/tagout procedures
Computer skills
Customer engagement
Networking
Customer service
Relationship building
Other Activities
Hard worker, quick learner, always on time
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Equipment Technician
Occidental Petroleum
12.2024 - CurrentRead More
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Danos
09.2023 - 12.2024Read More
Field technician
West Texas Premix Pits
07.2018 - 09.2023Read More
Pump technician
Spartan pumps
11.2016 - 07.2018Read More
Andrews High School
High School Diploma
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