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Joseph Potter

Twin Peaks,CA

Summary

Results-driven Industrial Maintenance Technician with expertise in electrical systems maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting at Target. Proven ability to reduce machine downtime through proactive inspections and effective preventive maintenance planning. Strong safety-oriented mindset and adept at fostering positive relationships across teams, ensuring a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Target
10.2016 - Current
  • Maintain and troubleshoot all electrical and mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site, including conveyor systems, and sortation systems.
  • Adjust scanners, cameras, and printer applicators
  • Reset, repair, or replace adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys)
  • Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment
  • Use appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals
  • Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, encoders, etc.
  • Assist with basic electronics/ Programmable Logic Controls troubleshooting
  • Utilize handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used)
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
  • Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards
  • Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain warehouse safety.
  • Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
  • Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
  • Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines
  • Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.

Service Technician

Technical Industrial Services
02.2015 - Current
  • Perform NERC (North America Reliability and Compliance) MOD26 (Dynamic) and PRC005 (Static) AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator) testing on Brushed and Brushless Generators. (PSS, Step testing, reactive power, transducer, ground fault detector, analog and digital IO readings)


  • Upgrade control systems for steam turbines from Toshiba EV/X500 to Emerson Ovation 3.5 or Siemens T3000 and perform loop checks to verify appropriate control signals are being sent to correct instruments.


  • Build and Troubleshoot Macro logic for Toshiba EV/X500, SiemensT3000, and Emerson Ovation 3.5 controllers to accommodate with system upgrades and new instrument installation


  • Servo Valve calibration services (REXROTH, MOOG, DVC)


  • Thyristor replacement services


  • HMI upgrades and Virtualization packages


  • Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.


  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.


  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.


  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.

Education

Industrial Technician

San Joaquin Valley College
Ontario, CA
04-2014

High School Diploma -

Rancho Cucamonga High School
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
05-2012

Skills

  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Maintenance documentation
  • Schematics
  • Electrical systems maintenance
  • Welding techniques
  • Motor control circuits
  • Preventive maintenance planning
  • Programmable logic controllers
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Safety-oriented mindset

Timeline

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Target
10.2016 - Current

Service Technician

Technical Industrial Services
02.2015 - Current

Industrial Technician

San Joaquin Valley College

High School Diploma -

Rancho Cucamonga High School

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