Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Reference
Kuraray Excellence Award 2025
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Jose Guzman

Pearland,Texas

Summary

Detail-oriented Journeyman Electrician & HVAC/R Technician with over 20 years of experience in planning and executing electrical projects in industrial and commercial environments. Proven expertise in enhancing productivity and upholding safety standards. Strong skills in blueprint reading and mathematics, complemented by certifications in NFPA 70E, OSHA, First Aid, EPA Universal, and NCCER Plus.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Kuraray America Eval Plant
Pasadena, TX
07.2023 - Current
  • Calibrated and maintained instrumentation to ensure optimal functionality and accuracy in process control systems.
  • Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency.
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules that improved equipment longevity and reduced repair costs.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades, enhancing performance and reliability of equipment.
  • Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and troubleshooting techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Conducted regular inspections of instruments, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Enhanced system efficiency by calibrating and maintaining instrumentation and control devices.
  • Minimized production interruptions by effectively troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems failures.
  • Conducted comprehensive inspections of refrigeration systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough diagnostics and implementing preventive maintenance measures for refrigeration systems.
  • Performed routine maintenance on Brine compressor systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Assist planning department developing work order package.
  • Monitor and analyze trends on Trendminer

Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Turner Industries
Pasadena, Texas
04.2018 - 07.2023
  • Troubleshoot, terminate and maintain electrical rotating equipment from 120VAC – 2400VAC and 24VDC- 110VDC
  • Electrical termination medium voltage 2300V motors and electrical buckets.
  • Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls
  • Troubleshooting control circuits from 24Vdc – 120Vac.
  • Perform infrared testing on all 480VAC electrical buckets, report and correct any critical finding.
  • Operated forklift, aerial lift, and scissor lift to transport materials safely across job sites.
  • Trained and coached apprentices in electrical systems and instrumentation, enhancing their technical skills and knowledge.
  • Organized and managed preventive maintenance tasks, evaluating part functionality, cleaning components, and replacing old contactors and breakers on portable pumps and power tools every three months.
  • Performed infrared testing on 480VAC electrical buckets, identified and addressed critical findings to ensure operational safety.
  • Train and coach upcoming apprentice on electrical and instruments.

Industrial Electrician

Triad Electric & Controls
Pasadena Texas, Baton Rouge LA, TX-LA
01.2014 - 04.2018
  • (Turnarounds) Maintenance / Triad Electric and Controls, Louisiana/Texas Lead electrical technician working turnarounds commissioning electrical equipment such as motors, start/stop stations, HOA switches. Insulation test and continuity check on all wiring prior to be put in service.
  • Tested motors and set parameters based on specifications and load demand to ensure optimal performance.
  • Function test motors and set parameters according to specs and load demand
  • Inspected transformers and circuit breakers for malfunctions before releasing it to plant operation.
  • Connected DCS wiring to instruments and junction boxes for operational functionality. on instruments, junction boxes and cabinets
  • Established temporary power supply for buildings and substations using electrical transformer and power panel prior to complete power outage, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
  • Set-up temporary power supply to buildings, and substations with electrical transformer and power panel before complete power outage.
  • Oversaw business administration tasks, including report generation, recordkeeping, timekeeping, and supply ordering to maintain operational efficiency.

Marine Electrician/HVAC-R Technician

Northrop Grumman Ship Systems
Avondale, LA
07.2004 - 01.2014
  • Plan, execute electrical and HVAC installation aboard United States Department of Defense Navy vessels.
  • Test, commission electrical equipment and HVAC equipment along with US Navy Sailors such as Smoke Ejection System, Collective Protection System, Fire Pumps, damage control systems, install troubleshoot DCS system
  • Trained US Navy Sailors on the operation of new systems aboard LPD San Antonio Class ships.
  • 3 years overseeing as team leader electrical and HVAC crew with up to 15 technicians.
  • Oversaw electrical and HVAC crew of up to 15 technicians as team leader for 3 years, ensuring effective project execution.
  • Performed maintenance on HVAC systems, extending equipment lifespan and minimizing potential repair costs.
  • Troubleshoot and synchronized diesel generators as power supply.
  • Installed and troubleshot uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to ensure reliable power delivery.

Education

Electrical Science - Electrical Science

Louisiana Technical College
Harvey, LA
05-2004

HVAC-R Technician - HVAC-R

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA
12-2013

Skills

  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Mechanical diagnostics
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Scheduled maintenance planning
  • Comprehensive maintenance coordination
  • Expertise in Microsoft Office applications
  • G-SAP proficiency
  • Logix Designer Level 1 and 2 expertise
  • Certified in NFPA 70E standards
  • Heavy equipment operator (scissor lift, aerial lift)
  • Safety awareness

Reference

Carl Reinhardt

Office: (281)5499459

Email: Carl.Reinhardt@kuraray.com

Title: Sr. I/E Maintenance Specialist 

Jeffry Guzman

Cell: (832)713-0222

Email: Jeffry.Guzman@lyondellbasell.com

Title: Scheduler

Kuraray Excellence Award 2025

Kuraray Excellence Award in 2025 in recognition of dedication and sustained contributions

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Kuraray America Eval Plant
07.2023 - Current

Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Turner Industries
04.2018 - 07.2023

Industrial Electrician

Triad Electric & Controls
01.2014 - 04.2018

Marine Electrician/HVAC-R Technician

Northrop Grumman Ship Systems
07.2004 - 01.2014

HVAC-R Technician - HVAC-R

Delgado Community College

Electrical Science - Electrical Science

Louisiana Technical College