William Walker
Oak Grove,LA
Summary
Well-versed manual valve technician displaying team collaboration, organizational and strong work ethic characteristics. Committed to repair work, inspections and equipment calibrations. Desire new position with exciting and established company.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manual Valve Technician
Industrial Valve Suppliers
Bastrop , LA
2024.03 - Current
- Troubleshot malfunctioning valves by diagnosing problems with electrical circuitry or mechanical components.
- Repaired defective valves, including replacing seals, gaskets, springs, and other components.
- Maintained records of valve maintenance activities in accordance with company policies.
- Performed inspections and testing of valves to ensure proper functioning and safety standards.
- Disassembled faulty valves to identify root cause of failure and determine necessary repairs.
- Calibrated valves using hand tools and gauges according to manufacturer specifications.
- Cleaned surfaces of valves using solvents or cleaning agents as required prior to reassembly.
- Inspected parts for defects or wear before installation into a system; replaced any defective parts immediately.
- Trained new technicians on valve installation and repair procedures.
- Repaired damaged valves, actuators, and other components.
- Serviced a variety of valves, including pressure relief devices.
- Worked closely as part of effective team to deliver customer requests on time.
- Utilized specialized tools for precise valve adjustments and alignments.
- Coordinated with team members on complex repair projects.
Machine Operator
Mueller
Oak Grove , LA
2022.01 - 2022.03
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
Machine Operator
Cellofoam
Sallisaw , OK
2020.11 - 2021.11
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Communicated with suppliers regarding raw material delivery schedules.
- Developed standard operating procedures for plant functions.
- Coordinated with team members on operational procedures.
- Oversaw quality control measures throughout the production process.
- Monitored plant operations to ensure efficiency and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Epps High School
Epps, LA2018-05
Skills
- Pneumatic Systems
- Welding Techniques
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Leak detection
- Gasket Replacement
- Seal replacement
- Pressure testing
- Torque Wrench Operation
- Actuator Adjustment
- Hydraulic systems
- Flange Installation
- Precision measurement
- Valve Disassembly
- Threaded Connections
- Written Communication
- Team building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Affiliations
- fishing
- hunting
- video games
- family time
Certification
- twic
- safety council
- osha 10 hour
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Manual Valve Technician
Industrial Valve Suppliers
2024.03 - Current
Machine Operator
Mueller
2022.01 - 2022.03
Machine Operator
Cellofoam
2020.11 - 2021.11
High School Diploma -
Epps High School
- twic
- safety council
- osha 10 hour
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