Tristan Lavalais
Marksville,LA
Summary
Adept Maintenance Leader with a proven track record at Plastipak Packaging, championing continuous improvement and operational excellence. Expert in equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, I excel in cross-functional collaboration and safety compliance. My leadership ensures enhanced equipment lifespan and workplace safety, embodying both technical prowess and effective team coordination.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Leader
Plastipak Packaging
08.2015 - Current
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the maintenance department, driving positive change throughout the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on improvement projects, contributing valuable insights and expertise to drive overall operational excellence.
- Established preventative maintenance schedules based on manufacturer recommendations and historical data analysis, extending the lifespan of equipment assets.
- Checked Gem Wheel for proper working condition before initiating molding and production stages.
- Verified condition of molds to prevent damage.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety protocols.
- Verified successful execution of scheduled maintenance tasks.
Top Drive Technician
Rowan Drilling
11.2001 - 01.2015
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Ensured optimal performance of hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic equipment.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, automating repetitive technical tasks where possible.
- Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
Sr. Head Linesman
Western Geophysical
11.1993 - 02.2000
- Strengthened communication within team through effective coordination with supervisors, dispatchers, and fellow linemen during daily operations.
- Streamlined work processes by adhering to established procedures for both routine maintenance tasks and emergency repairs.
- Conducted exploration for oil and gas in Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean.
- Ensured crew had necessary tools to perform tasks efficiently.
Education
GED -
Marksville High School
Marksville, LA05-1993
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical Training
- Hydraulic Training
- Safety Training
- Fire Fighting Training @ Delgado Community College in New Orleans
- Maintenance planning
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Asset management
- Total productive maintenance
- Safety protocols
- Health and safety compliance
Timeline
Maintenance Leader
Plastipak Packaging
08.2015 - Current
Top Drive Technician
Rowan Drilling
11.2001 - 01.2015
Sr. Head Linesman
Western Geophysical
11.1993 - 02.2000
GED -
Marksville High School
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