Kevin Garcia
Maintenance Technician
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Results-driven Mechanical Technician with over 13 years of experience in hydraulic systems and equipment troubleshooting while storing products for major chemical manufacturers. Known for enhancing team performance through effective collaboration and communication, ensuring minimal production disruption and adherence to safety standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Technician
IMTT
Geismar, LA
12.2012 - 01.2026
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of pumps, hoses, pipes, valves, conveyor belts, chains & various equipment, while running raw and finished chemicals thru lines.
- Completed complex repair projects within tight deadlines, minimizing production disruptions and ensuring timely delivery of finished products to customers.
- Enhanced production quality with thorough inspection and calibration of mechanical systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations, minimizing risk of accidents and injuries.
- Enhanced team performance with effective communication and coordination during complex installations.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, repair and needed product adjustments.
- Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Served as an on-call technician, providing prompt response and resolution to emergency situations that required immediate attention.
- Coordinated with production teams to minimize disruption during scheduled maintenance activities, ensuring seamless operations.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and service history to comply with regulatory standards and audits.
Insulation Installer
Brock Services
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2009 - 12.2012
- Installed insulation materials to enhance energy efficiency in residential and commercial buildings.
- Collaborated with team members to execute insulation projects, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Trained junior installers on best practices for insulation application and safety protocols.
- Conducted quality checks on completed installations, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and regulations during installations.
- Enhanced thermal efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting insulation materials to fit specific spaces.
Millwork Supervisor
Acoustical Specialties & Supply
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2005 - 07.2009
- Supervised millwork production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in millwork techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency across teams.
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocation for timely completion of tasks.
- Conducted regular safety audits to maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Developed training materials that improved onboarding procedures for new employees.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline production operations and reduce delays.
- Reviewed blueprints thoroughly, ensuring accurate measurements were taken before commencing fabrication works.
- Overhauled workshop layout for improved workflow efficiency and increased production capacity.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and ongoing collaboration on future projects.
- Managed team schedules, ensuring timely completion of projects and optimal resource allocation.
- Optimized machinery setup procedures resulting in reduced downtime while increasing overall productivity.
- Organized inventory management system for efficient material tracking and reduced order processing times.
- Increased employee productivity with thorough training programs and clear communication of expectations.
- Ensured workplace safety through regular inspections, equipment maintenance, and adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Resolved personnel issues quickly and professionally, maintaining a positive work atmosphere conducive to high performance levels.
- Reduced material waste by optimizing cutting patterns and storage practices.
- Collaborated with design team to create custom millwork solutions tailored to client specifications.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glenn Oaks High School
Baton Rouge, LA05-1981
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Work order interpretation
- Millright Apprentice
- Metal fabrication
- Class C Pipefitter
- Team building
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment installation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- NSC CPR Certified
Certification
NCCER Insulator Craft Certification
AWI Quality Certification Program
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkGig WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Mechanical Technician
IMTT
12.2012 - 01.2026
Insulation Installer
Brock Services
07.2009 - 12.2012
Millwork Supervisor
Acoustical Specialties & Supply
04.2005 - 07.2009
High School Diploma -
Glenn Oaks High School