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Robert Pettaway

San Diego,CA

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Desired Job Title

Maintenance TechnicianMIG Welder/Line AssemblerLead Welder

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid
Location: San Diego, CA
Open to relocation: Yes

Minimum Desired Compensation

$45000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balance401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingCompany CultureHealthcare benefits

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in battery room operations and welding. Proven ability to uphold safety standards while optimizing workflows. Eager to leverage skills in maintenance and quality assurance to enhance operational efficiency. A team player, with a positive attitude towards getting the job done.

Overview

2
2
Languages
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

United States Cold Storage
Fresno, California
11.2021 - 05.2026

Oversaw inventory and maintenance of 165+ Deka Industrial ion batteries, ensuring optimal performance for truck lift operations.

  • Identified and resolved mechanical issues in cold storage environments, maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Conducted monthly inspections of fire extinguishers to uphold safety standards in facility operations.
  • Partnered with team members to enhance maintenance workflows for high lift operations, improving coordination and effectiveness.

MIG Welder/Line Assembler

Tesla
Fremont, California
06.2018 - 09.2021
  • Performed MIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
  • Ensured weld quality to maintain production efficiency and safety.
  • Streamlined production line workflow through team collaboration on welding projects, enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting welding issues to support continuous production flow.
  • Conducted maintenance on welding tools and machinery to sustain optimal performance levels.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance against Tesla's standards.
  • Ensured cleanliness of workspace to support a safe and productive environment.

Lead Welder

MAXX MATERIALS
Hampton, Virginia
04.2012 - 01.2018
  • Led team in executing complex welding projects using MIG and TIG techniques.
  • Reviewed blueprints to determine specifications and weld requirements for Stage 1 Conveyor Systems built for Amazon operations,
  • Inspected completed welds for quality and adherence to industry standards.
  • Trained junior welders in safety protocols and welding techniques at MAXX MATERIALS.
  • Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance during operations.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to improve design for manufacturability.
  • Coordinated workflows between fabrication and assembly departments for project efficiency.

Education

Associate of Arts -

University Maryland University College
Wurzburg, Germany
06-1992

High School Diploma -

Seaside High School
Seaside, CA
06-1987

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Battery maintenance
  • MIG welding
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting methods
  • Quality inspection
  • Blueprint reading
  • Industrial charging
  • Voltage recording
  • Safety compliance
  • Emergency response training
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Electrical safety
  • Fire prevention and protection
  • Visual inspection
  • Inventory management
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Personal protective equipment

Languages

Dutch
Limited
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

United States Cold Storage
11.2021 - 05.2026

MIG Welder/Line Assembler

Tesla
06.2018 - 09.2021

Lead Welder

MAXX MATERIALS
04.2012 - 01.2018

Associate of Arts -

University Maryland University College

High School Diploma -

Seaside High School
Robert Pettaway