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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Military Service
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Liam Montroy

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Diligent and reliable Technician/Operator with robust background in machine maintenance and repair. Proven track record of ensuring operational efficiency and safety in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting and mechanical adjustments, showcasing expertise in precision operating and teamwork. Demonstrating success in owning the equipment I am in charge of and being a dependable and reliable candidate successful at taking care of any task i am given.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Car Technician

Kia Motors
12.2024 - Current
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
  • Conducted routine maintenance services to ensure optimal vehicle performance and safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline service workflows, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround time.
  • Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Maximized vehicle longevity with comprehensive preventive maintenance services tailored to specific makes and models.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostics and implementing necessary repairs.
  • Actively participated in staff meetings, sharing insights on best practices in order to improve overall shop operations.
  • Optimized fuel efficiency through precise engine tuning, emissions testing, and expertly executed repairs.
  • Minimized downtime for customers by completing routine maintenance tasks quickly yet thoroughly.
  • Replace motors and transmissions with no supervision
  • Use DVOM(digital volt ohm meter) to verify proper voltage for various electrical diagram components
  • Search up electrical diagrams to trace current path to verify shorts to grounds and verify equipment is getting proper voltage and if there is any out of spec components.
  • Perform software updates to keep electrical systems up to date.

Boilermaker

Walashek
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Fabricated and assembled complex metal structures with precision and attention to safety protocols.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of welds and joints to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot fabrication issues and implement effective solutions.
  • Mentored junior boilermakers, enhancing skills through hands-on training and knowledge sharing.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, reducing downtime by optimizing equipment setup and maintenance schedules.
  • Evaluated blueprints and technical drawings, ensuring accurate interpretation for project execution efficiency.
  • Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
  • Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
  • Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
  • Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.

Machinest Mate

US Navy
08.2019 - 08.2024
  • Performed all functions in engineering areas aboard ship, involving cleanliness, operation, maintenance, and preservation of main propulsion equipment to include steam driven engines, steam generators, various pumps to include rotary, and centrifugal pumps, motors, valves, coolers, and heat exchangers
  • Qualified and stood security watches and fire watches and watches that maintain normal operation of equipment such as; distilling units, Steam Turbine engines, Lube oil systems, Lube oil pumps, Centrifugal pumps, Rotary pumps and Steam Turbine Generators and took logs to verify normal operation of equipment.
  • Conducted proper use of lock-out and tag-out procedures to ensure safe conduct of maintenance and operations.
  • Performed tests, transfers, and inventory of lubricating oils, fuels, and water and maintained records and reports.
  • Operated and maintained complex machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Conducted routine inspections, diagnosing mechanical issues to prevent equipment failures.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Trained junior personnel on equipment operation and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
  • Analyzed technical documentation and schematics to support effective troubleshooting efforts.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.
  • Reviewed blueprints, sketches, or engineering drawings to ensure accuracy before beginning any machining operation.
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation.
  • Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
  • Removed, lubricated, and adjusted heat exchanger, centrifugal pumps, chemical injection pumps, and valve equipment parts.
  • Increased production efficiency by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting machining equipment.
  • Maintained detailed records of machine performance and adjustments to ensure optimal productivity levels.
  • Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
  • Served as a mentor to junior machinist mates, sharing knowledge and best practices for professional growth and development.
  • Started, stopped, adjusted, tested and operated pumps, valves, switchgears and system
    controls to keep operations within tight tolerances.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
  • Contributed to successful plant shutdowns, orchestrating detailed procedures for
    equipment isolation and decontamination.
  • Maintained accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance reports,
    and regular documentation.
  • Monitored and maintained steam plant systems to ensure proper operation and operability within a nuclear power plant. Watches stood / Qualifications:
  • Turbine generator operator
  • Distilling unit operator
  • Steam plant operator
  • Lower level watch(in charge of all potable water and all lube oil operations to include all pumps for various equipment)
  • Upper level watch(in charge of the steam driven main engines)
  • Water control watch
  • Boiler operator
  • Lock-out Tag-out
  • Damage control
  • 3M(Maintenance Person)
  • QA(Quality Assurance level 1,2)
  • Work center Supervisor
  • Hazmat training

Automotive Technician

Meineke Car Care
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Changed oil and air filters in a very fast paced environment where we got cars in and out as efficiently as possible. I also did transmission flushes, changed headlights, changed breaks and rotors, changed tired using a tire machine, and balanced tires.

Education

Training - Engineering

U.S Navy
Great Lakes, IL
10-2019

High school or equivalent -

Louisburg High School
Louisburg, NC
01.2016

Skills

  • Air conditioning
  • Installing machinery
  • Replacing parts
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Schematics and diagrams
  • Safety procedures
  • Inspecting equipment
  • Lubricating components
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Pumps and heat exchangers
  • High pressure air compressors
  • Repairing propulsion machinery

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • Driver's License
  • Secret Clearance
  • OSHA 10

Military Service

  • Branch: United States Navy
  • Service Country: United States
  • Rank: Petty Officer Third Class
  • August 2019 to August 2024
  • Nuclear mechanic
  • Maintenance supervisor
  • Quality assurance inspector

Timeline

Car Technician

Kia Motors
12.2024 - Current

Boilermaker

Walashek
08.2024 - 12.2024

Machinest Mate

US Navy
08.2019 - 08.2024

Automotive Technician

Meineke Car Care
10.2017 - 05.2018

Training - Engineering

U.S Navy

High school or equivalent -

Louisburg High School