Patrick Cornelius
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dynamic and professional individual with a proven track record at El Paso Water Utility. Enhanced operational efficiency and customer service by implementing improvements to field and warehouse processes. Adept at overseeing critical infrastructure projects and leading teams to surpass company goals. Extensive knowledge in water system maintenance and safety protocols ensures the delivery of top-notch service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Technician
El Paso Water Utilities
El Paso, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by contributing ideas, participating in workshops, and staying abreast of industry trends related to plant operations best practices.
- Reduced downtime for plant machinery by conducting regular inspections and addressing issues proactively.
- Played an integral role in achieving production goals by ensuring all equipment functioned at peak performance levels consistently.
- Spearheaded waste reduction efforts by identifying inefficiencies within existing processes and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Increased plant efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance routines and optimizing equipment performance.
- Sorted, stored and updated parts and materials inventories to maintain readiness for production needs.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Obtained my surface water D license and will be taking my C surface water license in December.
Field Technician
Inframark
El Paso
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Acquired 16hrs Cross Connection/CSI, 20hrs Basic Water Operations
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- On a monthly basis i inspect grease traps, flush hydrants, check wet wells and take district meter reading.
- Routinely install commercial/residential water meters.
- Backhoe & Bobcat experience cleaning retention ponds.
- Sewer man hole inspections, residential sewer camera inspections.
- Respond to custer service/leak after hours/holiday calls.
- Kept detailed records of field work orders and data.
- Enacted successful repairs by applying technical skills and operations knowledge.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Completed full building and grounds patrols every 30 minutes to spot and investigate concerns.
- Responded quickly to medical emergency involving collapsed patron.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personal and UC's using handheld scanners to protect building, assets and individuals.
- Directed guests around tents and answered accessibility questions.
- Verified each individual's right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons.
- Prevented escapes through careful observation and investigation of suspicious and unusual behavior.
- Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to youth care workers.
- Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
Machine Operator Supervisor
Temp Glass Inc
05.2016 - 04.2021
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for work to be performed.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed production records and identifying hold-ups.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Fabricated new and repaired defective Glass cutting components, using Calipers and And tools.
- Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
- Set up and ran heavy machinery to produce exceptional products for Glass needs.
- Maintained equipment performance by completing routine maintenance actions such as lubricating and cleaning components.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunctioning or excessive vibration and adjusted machines or replaced tools to eliminate problems.
- Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts, maintaining awareness of approximate job completion times.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for Cutting operations.
- Maintained machines within work area, complying with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Updated daily production logs with timely and accurate information, regularly informing management of special incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Manually set up machinery and equipment, including Cutting table, Over head crane and grinders.
- Forklift operator
- Over head crane operator
- Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
- Operated machining equipment safely and efficiently with teams operators.
Warehouse Manager
Wofford Truck Parts Inc.
10.2013 - 05.2016
- Drove personnel performance by appraising job results, counseling personnel on needed improvements and disciplining substandard conduct.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations and replacements.
- Maintained strong vendor connections, including arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and effectively track materials movements.
- Managed over $150,000 in inventory and employees in 15 square-foot warehouse for 5,000 sq of company.
- Boosted warehouse operations efficiency by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Met environmentally controlled warehouse operational needs through efficient staffing and resourcing of materials and equipment.
- Set and enforced proactive inspection and maintenance schedules to keep equipment in good operational condition.
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills and route development expertise.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 1,000 packages per day.
- Researched developments in applicable regulations to advise management on necessary changes to company policy and enforce compliance with requirements in warehouse operations.
- Enhanced slot control of freight in warehouse by optimizing organization efforts.
- Built motivated warehouse team of 15 well-trained staff.
- Directed system updates to boost productivity and control recordkeeping errors.
- Provided updates on critical shipments to corporate departments and customers.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality service standards.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization and improve process efficiency.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Education
G E D -
South West University
El Paso, TX06.2023
Skills
- Overhead Crane Operator Training
- General laborer
- Heavy equipment operations
- Hand and Power Tools
- Water and Sewer Piping
- Water Sample Collection
- Customer Service
- Monitoring Gauges
- General Plumbing
- Equipment Inspection
- Public Works
Timeline
Plant Technician
El Paso Water Utilities
07.2022 - Current
Field Technician
Inframark
05.2022 - 07.2022
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
04.2021 - 02.2022
Machine Operator Supervisor
Temp Glass Inc
05.2016 - 04.2021
Warehouse Manager
Wofford Truck Parts Inc.
10.2013 - 05.2016
G E D -
South West University