Taj Johnson
Dallas
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician with background in performing routine and preventative maintenance tasks. Demonstrates strong troubleshooting abilities, adept at diagnosing faults and conducting repairs in a timely manner. Proven ability to improve efficiency through effective equipment upgrades and modifications. Known for improving safety standards and adhering to all regulations and guidelines during repair and maintenance processes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Carpenter
SDB
Phoenix
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Erected and dismantled temporary scaffolding for various construction projects, ensuring safe and efficient build-up and breakdown.
- Inspected scaffolding for stability, identified damage, and performed necessary repairs to maintain structural integrity.
- Operated lifting equipment to hoist materials to required heights, adhering to safety guidelines.
- Secured scaffolding to permanent structures using ties and braces to ensure the safety of construction teams.
- Installed guard rails and safety netting to protect workers and pedestrians from potential hazards.
- Coordinated the transport of materials, managing the safe hoisting and lowering of items onto and off the scaffold.
- Collaborated effectively with construction team members to facilitate timely and safe completion of projects.
Millwright Mechanic
JEI Solutions
Kenner
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Troubleshot and repaired a variety of machinery including 3-phase motors, pumps, gearboxes, and valves.
- Operated rigging equipment to facilitate the precise alignment of gears and shafts.
- Managed the installation and removal of pumps and motors, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.
Maintenance Technician
Zaterans
New Orleans
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
Education
Instrumentation & Controls Technician Level 4 -
Nunez Community College
05.2022
High School Diploma -
McDonogh 35
New Orleans, La05.2020
Bachelor of Engineering -
Kentucky Christan University
Grayson, KYSkills
- Excellent Listening and Communication Skills
- Strong Mechanical Aptitude
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Great Hand & Eye Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Mechanical Repair
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Passion For Learning & Developing
- Preventative maintenance
- Machinery troubleshooting
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Tankerman, Merchant Marine Credentials, 2023
- Carpenter, United Brotherhood of Carpenters Union, 2021
Timeline
Journeyman Carpenter
SDB
12.2023 - 09.2024
Millwright Mechanic
JEI Solutions
05.2021 - 06.2023
Maintenance Technician
Zaterans
05.2020 - 06.2022
Instrumentation & Controls Technician Level 4 -
Nunez Community College
High School Diploma -
McDonogh 35
Bachelor of Engineering -
Kentucky Christan University