Steven Soto
Whittier,CA
Summary
Reliable professional in vertical transportation installation and repair, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in electrical troubleshooting, mechanical repair, and safety compliance ensuring optimal operation and longevity of elevators and escalators. Excel at problem-solving, time management, and communication, facilitating smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Elevator Mechanic
TRE Elevators
Van Nuys , California
04.2013 - Current
- Calibrated limit switches for accurate floor leveling.
- Tested motor controls for proper alignment and calibration.
- Used testing equipment and techniques to locate malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and signal, and control systems.
- Repaired hydraulic elevators by replacing pumps, valves and cylinders.
- Performed scheduled maintenance and repairs on elevators, escalators, and lifts.
- Conducted periodic tests of the elevator control system to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Recorded maintenance and repairs in logbooks.
- Replaced worn or broken components such as motors, cables, switches, relays and contactors.
Ironworker
Anning-Johnson
City Of Industry, California
02.2009 - 02.2013
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress on the job site.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Ensured that all workers adhered to safety regulations while on the job site.
- Led and mentored less-experienced ironworkers and assisted foremen in assigning work activities.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with tools and supplies needed for job sites.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
Elevator Mechanic Helper
ThyssenKrupp Elevator
Commerce, California
01.2005 - 07.2008
- Operated power tools such as drills, grinders, saws and pneumatic tools to perform repairs on various parts of the elevator system.
- Replaced worn out parts such as belts, gears and bearings with new ones according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Attached guide shoes and rollers to minimize lateral motion while traveling through shafts.
- Assisted elevator mechanics in the installation and repair of elevators.
- Enforced adherence to safety regulations and building codes.
Education
4 Year Technical Training Degree - Elevator Construction
National Elevator Industry of Education Program
Anaheim, CA04-2016
Skills
- Equipment diagnostics
- Elevator equipment installation
- Equipment fine-tuning
- Hydraulic pumps
- Hand tools proficiency
- Hydraulic systems
- Elevator installation
- Construction knowledge
- Wiring techniques
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Safety control
Qualifications Courses
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- Forklift certified
- Qualified Rigger Program
- Lead Class
- Subpart R
Timeline
Elevator Mechanic
TRE Elevators
04.2013 - Current
Ironworker
Anning-Johnson
02.2009 - 02.2013
Elevator Mechanic Helper
ThyssenKrupp Elevator
01.2005 - 07.2008
4 Year Technical Training Degree - Elevator Construction
National Elevator Industry of Education Program