Noel Moran
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with over 12 years of combined experience in fuel systems maintenance, equipment operation, and process compliance within industrial and agricultural environments. Proven ability to ensure quality control, safety adherence, and operational reliability through inspections, diagnostics, and process improvement. Adept at troubleshooting, documentation, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet performance and regulatory standards. Seeking new opportunities for growth and advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fuel Technician
BSSR
Bakersfield, California
03.2019 - Current
- Performed routine inspections on fueling equipment and systems.
- Conducted regular maintenance on fueling machinery and tools.
- Trained new technicians on operational procedures to ensure compliance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to improve fueling processes.
- Participated in routine maintenance activities such as cleaning filters or checking fluid levels in tanks.
- Performed visual inspections of vehicles and reported damage and issues.
- Maintained fuel pumps and related equipment, replacing parts to ensure optimal performance.
- Completed paperwork and documentation accurately and thoroughly.
- Handled quality maintenance, diagnosis and repair of equipment and components to maintain functionality.
- Took part in environmental clean-up efforts following spills or other incidents involving petroleum products.
- Repaired broken valves, hoses, pumps, seals, gaskets and other components associated with the fueling system.
- Kept yard and warehouse clean and organized by regularly removing debris and arranging tools.
- Responded to emergency situations involving fuel spills and other hazardous conditions quickly and safely.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding poor performance of fuel pumps by diagnosing and addressing underlying issues.
- Utilized hoses, nozzles and fittings to safely fill tanks of various sizes.
Machine Operator Technician
Grimmway Farms
Arvin, California
05.2013 - 12.2018
- Operated and monitored agricultural processing equipment to maintain consistent quality and output standards.
- Supported QA inspections by verifying tolerances, calibrating machines, and addressing performance variations.
- Maintained detailed quality records and collaborated with supervisors to streamline production and minimize defects.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure machinery reliability and reduce variance in production quality.
- Trained and mentored new operators in equipment operation, quality protocols, and workplace safety.
- Assisted in implementing process improvements that enhanced safety, consistency, and throughput across production lines.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Bakersfield High School
Bakersfield, CA05-2002
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Taft College
Taft, CASkills
- Fuel system repair
- Fuel system diagnostics
- Pump operation
- Fuel dispensing systems
- Leak detection
- Spill containment
- Equipment calibration & testing
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hazardous material handling
- Technical troubleshooting
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking capacity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Root cause analysis
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- California UST Service Technician
- Fueling System Safety
- Phase 1 UST Enhanced Vapor Recovery
- Phase 1 AST Enhanced Vapor Recovery
Timeline
Fuel Technician
BSSR
03.2019 - Current
Machine Operator Technician
Grimmway Farms
05.2013 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
East Bakersfield High School
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Taft College