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GARRETT HOWARD

Caldwell,ID

Summary

Self-motivated technician and mechanic with extensive experience in technology applications, industrial maintenance, and compressed air systems. Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems, with expertise in reading, interpreting, and troubleshooting wiring diagrams and schematics. Proficient in using a multimeter and skilled in handling both low and high-voltage controls, with significant experience in evaluating, diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding various pumps and equipment. Reliable team player with a strong work ethic, dedicated to sharing knowledge and solving complex issues to support team success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Utilities Maintenance Technician and Mechanic

Lactalis USA
10.2023 - Current
  • Diagnose, maintain, repair, and replace pneumatic parts and equipment.
  • Diagnose, maintain, repair, and replace electric motors of all sizes.
  • Programming, navigating and changing settings on HMI's and PLC's.
  • Rigging heavy equipment, parts, and materials for removal and installation.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Read and schematics, troubleshoot electrical controls using multimeters, meggers, and diagnosing for repairs and or component replacement.
  • Help and train other maintenance team members to improve the compressed air systems throughout the plant.
  • Evaluate equipment malfunctions or failures promptly, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Maintain accurate records of all completed maintenance tasks including dates, materials used, labor hours spent etc.
  • Implement preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize down time.
  • Improved overall equipment effectiveness through proactive maintenance and repairs.
  • Collaborate with engineering, and projects teams during the installation or modification of new machinery or systems.
  • Write up parts to be ordered for equipment services, repairs, and rebuilds.
  • Diagnose, service, repair, and rebuild, lobe, stack, centrifugal, progressive cavity, and positive displacement pumps.
  • Use problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.

Lead Maintenance Technician and Mechanic

Roger Machinery Company
09.2016 - 10.2023
  • Inspected, diagnosed, repaired, and maintained industrial air compressed systems, blowers, vacuum pumps, pneumatic desiccant and refrigerated air dryers.
  • Inspected, diagnosed, and replaced 24v-480v electric control components, VFD's, motors, and pumps.
  • Replaced and rebuilt pneumatic valves, solenoid valves, mechanical valves, check valves, ball valves, gate valves and more.
  • PLC installation, repair, replacement and programming.
  • Provided employee training.
  • Followed safety practices and maintained quality control.
  • Identified customer needs and made recommendations.
  • Participated in training courses, received certificates, and maintained technical expertise.
  • Cleaned and maintained company vehicles.
  • Updated logs and reports.
  • Trained customers on new equipment.
  • Used a multimeter, motor megger, and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and solve complex electrical issues.

Low Voltage Technician

Done Right Installation Group (DRIG)
09.2010 - 09.2016
  • Planned and executed electrical installations.
  • Managed project resources and inventory.
  • Diagnosed and repaired electrical problems.
  • Wired equipment safely.
  • Completed projects on time and within budget.
  • Documented work completed.
  • Kept detailed records of repairs.
  • Connected and terminated electrical wiring with and without instructions.
  • Adjusted and repaired systems.
  • Installed diagnostic systems and hardware.
  • Installed, repaired and replaced RFID, and GPS technology components and systems.
  • Surveyed future jobsites and collected installation data.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eagle High School
Eagle, ID
05.2001

Skills

  • Electrical schematics
  • Customer service expertise
  • Clear written communication
  • Proficient in computer applications
  • Skilled in using power tools effectively
  • Electrical installation
  • Preventive maintenance expertise
  • Proficient in hand tools
  • Electrical systems
  • Industrial machinery expertise
  • Hands-on electrical experience
  • Mechanical expertise
  • Customer service
  • Customer retention
  • Physical strength
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Technical assistance
  • Inventory management

Certification

  • Rogers Machinery, QNW Oil Flooded Air Compressor class. certification of completion.
  • KNW Oil-Free Air Compressor class. Certification of completion.
  • Zeks Desiccant Air Dryer class. Certification of completion.
  • Lactalis AC/DC Electical Motor Controls, Course Completion.
  • Rockwell Basic Elecrical Concepts course. Certification of completion.
  • EPA Type 1 Refrigeration Certification.

Languages

English - Fluent

Timeline

Utilities Maintenance Technician and Mechanic

Lactalis USA
10.2023 - Current

Lead Maintenance Technician and Mechanic

Roger Machinery Company
09.2016 - 10.2023

Low Voltage Technician

Done Right Installation Group (DRIG)
09.2010 - 09.2016

High School Diploma -

Eagle High School

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