Rafael Rendon
Lemon Grove,USA
Summary
Professional Wastewater Plant Technician with proven track record in maintaining and optimizing industrial machinery. Skilled in troubleshooting, equipment repair, and preventative maintenance, ensuring smooth operations and minimal downtime. Strong collaborator with adaptable approach, ensuring successful outcomes in fast-paced environments. Known for reliability, technical acumen, and results-driven mindset.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wastewater Plant Technician 1
City Of San Diego
11.2024 - Current
- Overhauling new equipment to local pump stations ( pumps,suction valves,discharge valves,forced mains,impellers,isolation valves ect.)
- Experience working on centrifugal pumps (Grundfos, Gorman-Rupp, Sulzer, Weir Group)
- Performed preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, and other critical equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Troubleshooting and repairing on site (clogging worn out components,broken leaking volutes.)
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Minimized environmental impact through responsible disposal of waste materials collected during sewer maintenance operations.
- Promoted healthy workplace culture through active participation in training sessions, safety meetings, and team-building events.
- Enhanced the efficiency of sewer maintenance by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Reduced blockages in the sewer system by performing routine cleaning and removing debris from pipelines.
- Unclogged sewers, kitchen and bathroom sinks and tubs using plumbing snakes and machines.
- Cleaned main and secondary drains in homes and commercial buildings using cable or high-pressure water jets.
- Handled installations and service of both pump components and wastewater systems.
- Experience working on compressors, gear reduction units/speed reducers, chemical feeders, small gasoline/diesel engines and blowers.
- Diagnosed and repaired equipment malfunctions promptly, minimizing downtime and disruptions to plant operations.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to plant operations.
- Provided support during emergency situations, applying critical thinking skills to quickly address problems and mitigate potential risks.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Checked safety practices and integrity of PPE.
Equipment Operator 1
City of San Diego
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
Inspection Technician
Sunrun
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Reviewed production activities and documentation to check conformance to optimal procedures.
- Rejected unacceptable items and recommended corrective actions.
- Assessed first articles off production runs, completed related documentation and determined level of conformance with specifications.
- Completed receiving, in-process and final inspections on different manufactured components.
- Installed panels using hand and power tools.
- Ran wires and set up support structures for panels.
- Utilized advanced tools and equipment to efficiently install solar panels, inverters, racking systems, and related components for optimal system performance.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, permits, and safety guidelines during each phase of the solar installation process.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and job plans, verified measurements and checked site conditions before installing any panels.
- Performed minor carpentry work before, during and after panel installations.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move panels into staging positions.
- Replacing breakers on main panel sources
Utility Worker 1
City Of San Diego
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Preformed sewage cleaning maintenance
- Efficiency and safely being able to operate a combination truck
- Obtained a commercial drivers license ( Class B )
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions
- Performed regular monitoring of utility systems to confirm proper functioning
- Efficiently operated laptop after checking changing daily work orders
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment
- Obtain confined space certificate
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris
Store Assistant Manager
Discount Tire Company
06.2015 - 03.2021
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Mount Miguel High School
Spring Valley, CA08.2013
Skills
- Forklift operator
- CDL Driver License
- Pneumatic air systems controller actuators, dampers, hot water valves, thermostat calibration
- Electrical systems
- Interior Upkeep
- Tooling Management
- Communications
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Attention to detail
- Plant troubleshooting
- Piping installation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety procedures
- Air compressor operation
- Valve repair
- Confined space entry
- Motor alignment
- Hydraulic systems
- Instrument Calibration
- Pneumatic systems
- Gas detection
- First aid and CPR
- PLC programming
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Tool operation
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Plant operations
- Customer service
- Verbal communication
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- CDL Drivers License
- Confined space certification (scba respirator)
- Forklift operator certification
LANGUAGES
Spanish - Native or Bilingual
English - Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Wastewater Plant Technician 1
City Of San Diego
11.2024 - Current
Equipment Operator 1
City of San Diego
05.2023 - 11.2024
Inspection Technician
Sunrun
05.2022 - 01.2024
Utility Worker 1
City Of San Diego
04.2021 - 04.2023
Store Assistant Manager
Discount Tire Company
06.2015 - 03.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Mount Miguel High School
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