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Oscar Arellano

Palmdale,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented Forklift Technician with over 27 years of experience in troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of industrial equipment. Certifications including, Crown, Hyster, Yale, Combilift, Raymond forklift equipment. Expertise includes, routine maintenance, electrical schematics, hydraulic systems, engine diagnostics and software diagnostics, contributing to improved operational efficiency and safety standards.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Forklift Technician

Pape Material Handling
Valencia, CA
04.2005 - Current

Forklift field technician with 27+ years of experience maintaining propane, electric, diesel and gasoline industrial equipment, boom lifts, scissor lifts and utility carts including golf carts, transport carts. Skilled in advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, hydraulic systems, electrical troubleshooting, software technology to diagnose and reprogram various equipment modules and improving fleet reliability while maintaining exceptional safety standards. Proven leader with management experience and a strong commitment to ensuring team safety and compliance with workplace safety standards.

Field Forklift Technician

Crown Lift Trucks
City Of Industry, CA
11.1998 - 04.2005
  • Diagnose and repair forklift mechanical issues to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Conduct routine maintenance checks on various forklift models to enhance safety standards.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools to troubleshoot electrical systems and improve equipment performance.
  • Train junior technicians on repair techniques and best practices for maintenance tasks.

Safety Lane Inspector

Swift Transportation
Phoenix, AZ
07.1997 - 11.1998
  • Conducted thorough inspections of lanes to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
  • Identified and reported maintenance issues to enhance overall efficiency of terminal operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for lane management and inspections.
  • Trained new inspectors on inspection protocols, safety procedures, and equipment usage.

Education

High School Diploma -

Van Nuys High School
Van Nuys, CA

Associate Degree - Automotive/Diesel Technology

Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ
11-1998

Skills

  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Diagnostics and troubleshooting
  • Electrical schematics
  • Safety awareness
  • Fleet maintenance

Timeline

Field Forklift Technician

Pape Material Handling
04.2005 - Current

Field Forklift Technician

Crown Lift Trucks
11.1998 - 04.2005

Safety Lane Inspector

Swift Transportation
07.1997 - 11.1998

High School Diploma -

Van Nuys High School

Associate Degree - Automotive/Diesel Technology

Universal Technical Institute
Oscar Arellano