Kevin Walker

• Conducted preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
• Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Collaborated with team members to implement safety protocols and improve workplace conditions.
• Developed and maintained comprehensive maintenance logs for equipment tracking and compliance.
• Streamlined maintenance processes, resulting in improved workflow efficiency across operations.
• Coordinated with management to prioritize maintenance tasks based on urgency and resource availability.
• 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.
• Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
• Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
• Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
• Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
• Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
• Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
• Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
• Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
• Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
• Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
• Maintained compliance with industry regulations and standards through meticulous record-keeping practices.
• Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
• Streamlined communication with other departments, ensuring maintenance issues were addressed in timely manner.
• Increased machinery lifespan with detailed attention to routine and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Revamped workshop organization, leading to more efficient workflow and easier access to tools.
• Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
• Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
• Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
• Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
• Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
• Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
• Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.

• Conducted comprehensive assessments and maintenance activities to uphold the integrity of water and wastewater systems.
• Improved wastewater treatment efficiency through effective management of four oxidation ponds. Achieved optimal aeration performance in wastewater plant through strategic oversight of mechanical systems.
• Coordinated maintenance and optimization of five potable water distribution systems to enhance service efficiency and reliability.
• Reviewed and verified compliance with specific LDEQ and LDEA regulations, ensuring all procedures align with legal requirements.
• Supervised reading and maintenance of water meters to ensure accurate billing.
• Oversaw customer interactions to drive satisfaction and loyalty initiatives. Managed resolution processes to maintain high service standards and customer trust. Developed strategies to improve customer engagement and feedback mechanisms.
• Facilitated training sessions and monitored crew activities to ensure operational efficiency.
• Supervised all aspects of subcontract management, ensuring compliance with project timelines and quality standards.

• Maintain, install, repair, and refurbish pumps in the daily process of wastewater treatment lift stations.
• Inspect stations throughout the shift and complete daily logs.
• Respond to callouts and alarms at each station.
• Assure stations and all process control equipment is operating within LDH and EPA specifications and requirements.

• Implemented training programs and enforced discipline for a diverse team of 16, consisting of 4 electricians and 12 mechanics, to ensure operational excellence.
• Defined and communicated specific logistics and responsibilities to enhance team accountability and performance.
• Ensured optimal functionality of all stations through vigilant 24/7 monitoring of environmental conditions.
• Managed comprehensive repair and restoration efforts for pick-up and laydown machines (PAL), ensuring optimal performance in oilfield production operations.
• Conducted thorough inspections of pal machine to confirm satisfactory condition before delivery to location.
• Oversaw shop cleanliness and inventory management of fittings and accessories to facilitate seamless production package rentals.
• Managed and guided shop technicians through maintenance processes to uphold service quality standards.
• Coordinated various administrative functions and managerial duties to support overall office productivity.

• Directed daily activities and maintenance of a 115 MMcf/d natural gas cryogenic processing plant, focusing on safety and operational excellence.
• Diagnose and assist in maintaining cryogenic, amine, inlet, gas treating, stabilizer, condensate loading, compression, and electrical generator and dehydration systems.
• Obtained DOT-OQ Operator III certification to ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols.
• Engaged in comprehensive training within I-Strive network, focusing on competencies required for Mechanic-X position.

• Conducted comprehensive troubleshooting and repairs on all plant machinery and equipment, enhancing overall operational effectiveness of the catalyst plant.
• Conducted detailed welding and pipe fitting operations, focusing on precise teardown and rebuilding of plant machinery.
• Coordinated emergency repair efforts by being available on-call to resolve urgent issues.
• Conducted regular inspections and implemented corrective measures to rectify hazardous situations in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
• Monitored and enforced health, safety, and environmental standards to safeguard personnel and operations.
• Conducted yearly training sessions to ensure compliance with life-critical permits, focusing on confined space entry, line breaking, and hot work safety standards.
• Monitored and maintained safety standards while working with caustic and corrosive chemical compounds, including platinum, urea, hydrogen sulfide, hydrochloric acid, and ammonia.
• Operated heavy equipment such as, forklifts, backhoes, 80ft man lift and 15-ton hydraulic crane.

• Oversaw monitoring and operation of four distinct petroleum refinery processing units, including primary crude, final distillation, asphalt oxidizing, and R&O.
• Adjusted unit pressures and flow rates as necessary to optimize performance and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Monitored and evaluated the condition of pipes, valves, and gauges hourly to uphold safety compliance and operational integrity.

GPA: 3.80