Richard Patterson
Portland,OR
Summary
Skilled Pump Technician with 8 years in mechanical and industrial settings. Expertise includes pump rebuilding, troubleshooting, precision assembly, and inventory management. Demonstrates proficiency in reading blueprints and electrical schematics, wiring motors for various voltages, and conducting motor diagnostics. Committed to delivering quality repairs while upholding safety standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pump Technician
Owens Pump and Equipment
Canby, OR
05.2026 - Current
- Tore down, inspected, and repaired new and old wastewater pumps; wrote reports on inspection findings and traveled to job sites to resolve issues. Facilitated shipping and receiving processes, effectively managing inventory levels. management., Executed data entry tasks to keep customer information current in CRM Zoho. on crm zoho, inventory, create new and old labels for various products we have in stock.
- Inspected and maintained pumps for optimal performance and reliability.
- Installed new pump systems following safety protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in pumps and performed necessary repairs.
Pump Assembly Technician 3
Trillium Pumps USA
Clackamas, OR
04.2024 - 04.2026
- Experienced pump technician with a strong background in rebuilding pumps and boosters. Performed complete overhauls, mechanical troubleshooting, and precision testing to enhance pump performance. Focused on accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality standards in all work aspects to meet operational expectations. Diagnosed issues and implemented effective solutions, delivering reliable results in demanding environments.
- Assembled pumps using hand tools and machinery per specifications.
- Inspected components for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes.
Production Trainer/Assembler 3
Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, OR
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Trained new and existing team members on procedures for knife assembly to ensure quality standards.
- Fixed defective knives to ensure functionality.
- Coordinated parts supply for builders to maintain workflow continuity.
Equipment Operator
Miesel Rock Products
Sherwood, OR
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Operate and maintain dirt dump/recycling yard stock pile crushed concrete that was crushed with a Kleeman portable crusher
- Load Trucks with an 824J Loader, push dirt with a JD 850 dozer to backfill mined pit we also use a Ford L8000 water truck to wash roads and scales and use a Volvo haul truck to haul materials around yard. Also performed daily maintenance on equipment such as topping off oil, grease tracks on dozer, and any moving part on equipment as needed and did oil changes on all equipment.
- Operated heavy equipment for material handling and site preparation.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate equipment logistics on job sites.
Education
High school diploma or GED High school diploma - General Studies
Milwaukie High School
Milwaukie, ORLanguages
English - Fluent
Timeline
Pump Technician
Owens Pump and Equipment
05.2026 - Current
Pump Assembly Technician 3
Trillium Pumps USA
04.2024 - 04.2026
Production Trainer/Assembler 3
Benchmade Knife Company
02.2022 - 04.2024
Equipment Operator
Miesel Rock Products
01.2018 - 06.2019
High school diploma or GED High school diploma - General Studies
Milwaukie High School