Luis Flores
Iva,SC
Summary
Dynamic Facilities Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at PPG, specializing in equipment troubleshooting and emergency response planning. Proven track record in enhancing machinery reliability through effective repairs and upgrades, supported by strong mechanical engineering applications. Expertise in routine inspections and equipment issue troubleshooting ensures optimal functionality and drives operational excellence. Committed to fostering team collaboration and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, consistently delivering high-quality maintenance solutions while embracing new challenges to advance organizational objectives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Maintenance Technician
PPG
Piedmont, SC, SC
02.2025 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies regarding safe working conditions.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Assisted in installation of new equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Ensured compliance with local codes related to health and safety regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from staff regarding facility issues.
- Rebuilt machinery per manufacturers' designs and retrofitted and upgraded machinery per in-house design to improve equipment reliability or performance and optimize production.
- Repaired malfunctioning heating and cooling units by replacing worn parts and ensuring proper operation.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- certified forklift operator
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Organized and maintained inventory of spare parts and equipment consumables.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and tools, ensuring availability for timely repairs.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures, promoting a hazard-free working environment.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and workloads, effectively managing time and resources to complete tasks on schedule.
- Inspected buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
- Extended equipment lifespan through regular lubrication, calibration, and part replacement as needed.
Mechanical Assembly Technician
Vertiv Engineering
Anderson, SC
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Installed copper wire and built industrial data boxes
- Inspected boxes for any defects
- Packaged data boxes and prepared them to be shipped
- Tested finished products for compliance with tolerances and overall quality.
- Performed repeated tasks while sitting or standing over extended periods of time.
- Notified engineering of errors and discrepancies.
- Identified defective items and made repairs according to department standards.
- Assembled complex mechanical systems using hand and power tools to meet production specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure adherence to engineering standards and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot assembly issues, enhancing operational efficiency.
Assembler Erector
Electrolux Home Products
Anderson, SC
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Performed quality checks on products and parts
- Rotated through all the tasks required in a particular production process
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
Brake Engineer
Brakes 4 Less of Columbia Inc
Greenville, SC
05.2017 - 11.2019
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings so that necessary repairs could be made
- Tested and adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications
- Repaired, relined, replaced, and adjusted brakes
- Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
Facility Maintenance Worker
Gillette
Boston , Ma
11.2006 - 10.2012
- Monitored inventory and ordered supplies while adhering to maintenance budget restrictions.
- Evaluated facilities to determine if company maintenance protocols complied with Massachusetts health and safety regulations.
- Managed staff of five, created work schedules, distributed assignments, and supervised day-to-day operations.
- Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs across facilities.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve facility issues promptly.
- Monitored facility systems, adjusting settings for optimal energy efficiency and performance reliability.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, ensuring proper documentation for facility management review.
Blackhawk Crew Chief
United States Dept of Army
Fort Campbell, KY
06.1996 - 10.2006
- Repaired and maintained most parts of the aircraft including gas turbine engines, hydraulics, rotors, calibrated computer systems, engines, landing gear, brakes, and air conditioning systems
- Used micrometers, torque wrenches and a multitude of tools that were necessary in the maintenance of the aircraft
- Kept records of inventory
- Identified faults with components of UH-60
- Maintained safety by implementing effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials, and items.
- Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.
- Implemented and improved processes to improve crew productivity and performance.
- Coordinated complex multi-million-dollar aircraft repairs.
- Coordinated aircraft inspections and repairs to maintain applicable standards.
- Enforced strict safety protocols to protect crew members.
- Updated flight and maintenance logs with current, accurate information.
- Completed post-flight maintenance reports and worked with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Supervised daily operations of crew, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and personnel, optimizing resource allocation to enhance mission effectiveness.
- Developed training programs for new recruits, fostering skill development and operational readiness within the team.
- Implemented process improvements that increased workflow efficiency and reduced downtime during operations.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing complex missions, adapting strategies to meet evolving operational needs.
- Managed maintenance schedules for equipment, ensuring reliability and availability during critical missions.
Education
Power Plant & Airframe Maintenance - 67T Blackhawk crew chief
United States Army
Ft. Eustis, VAAssociate of Science - Mechatronics
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC03-2027
Skills
- Mechanical engineering application
- Electrical wiring expertise
- Rapid skill acquisition
- Team collaboration and integration
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Emergency response planning
- Mechanical assembly techniques
- Quality inspection standards
- Parts replacement strategies
- Technical documentation proficiency
- Problem-solving methodologies
- Inventory management systems
- Mechanical maintenance
- Power tool operation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Equipment installation
- Equipment assembly
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Hand and power tool use
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved mechanical issues which led to positive results.
- Achieved results by completing maintenance records with accuracy and efficiency.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Collaborated with Maintenance supervisor in the development,removal,replacing,& the repair of mechanical issues.
Affiliations
- I volunteer for Habitat for humanity
- I am a DAV representative
- I like working on cars or rebuilding anything mechanical
Certification
- I am forklift certified for various sizes
- my Drivers License is current
- CMRT - Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
- CME - Certified Maintenance Employee
- adult and child cpr Training - march 2023
- Licensed fork lift operator - 2025
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Facilities Maintenance Technician
PPG
02.2025 - Current
Mechanical Assembly Technician
Vertiv Engineering
10.2022 - 03.2025
Assembler Erector
Electrolux Home Products
07.2020 - 09.2022
Brake Engineer
Brakes 4 Less of Columbia Inc
05.2017 - 11.2019
Facility Maintenance Worker
Gillette
11.2006 - 10.2012
Blackhawk Crew Chief
United States Dept of Army
06.1996 - 10.2006
Power Plant & Airframe Maintenance - 67T Blackhawk crew chief
United States Army
Associate of Science - Mechatronics
Tri-County Technical College
Occupational Licenses Certificates And Training
- Uh-60 Blackhawk crew chief
- Power plant & Airframe
- LCRTF 5k lbs Light Capability Rough Terrain Forklift
- AGPU 52ft Aviation Ground Power Unit
Activities
- Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
- Volunteer in conjunction with Habitat for Humanity.
- Awarded 2 combat ribbons as a Veteran of (O.I.F) Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Work Preference
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Hobbies and Interests
- All things mechanical and electrical
- Gardening
- Music
- Cooking
- All things Sports