Houston P Lee
Darien
Summary
Professional technician with solid background in maintaining and repairing complex systems. Proven ability to enhance equipment reliability while working collaboratively within teams to meet dynamic operational demands. Renowned for adaptability and consistent delivery of high-quality results under varying conditions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
JCB
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular inspections and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems in accordance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes and reduce equipment downtime.
- Implemented improvements in maintenance procedures, increasing efficiency across operations.
- Assisted in training new technicians on best practices for equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex machinery issues, providing guidance to junior staff as needed.
- Developed a proactive maintenance schedule that improved overall equipment reliability and performance.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
- Welding and fabrication of new designs for various machinery.
- Revamped workshop organization, leading to more efficient workflow and easier access to tools.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Installed various HMI dashboards.
- Operated multiple styles of man lifts.
- Operated multiple styles of heavy machinery.
Carman
CSX Transportation
09.2018 - 03.2024
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
- Weld and paint cars and locomotives
- Cut metal, sandblast, replace doors and general car construction
- Inspect car components for compliance with FRA, Association of American Railroads (AAR) and CSX standards
- Identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action
- Inspect the securement of lading in open top or flat cars for compliance with AAR rules and measure high/wide loads to ensure railway line clearance
- Inspect and salvage parts from dismantled and/or scrapped cars
- Inspect and apply end-of-train device and perform airbrake tests
- Clean, lubricate and maintain tie-down devices and other special equipment on railroad cars
- Remove and replace couplers, draft gears and yokes
- Inspect, replace and/or repair gaskets, air hose, train line, bulkhead and other interior load restraining equipment, steel sections such as side sheets, crossbearers, crossties and underframing
- Paint cars and car components; stencil letters and numbers on cars
- Build and/or repair components such as freight doors, wooden floors or interior walls
- Fabricate large jigs and fixtures and use them to assemble parts on car
- Straighten or fabricate, then replace steel parts such as: grab irons, handholds, ladders, brackets, steps and patching components
- Operate light and heavy cranes, fork lifts, and other car moving shop equipment
- Operate various vehicles to the job site
- Rerail cars and locomotives by using rerailing equipment and perform other work associated with wreck service on the railroad
- Obtain information from computer regarding car characteristics, destination, lading, and repair records and/or to file data such as repair information, bad orders and car releases
- Conducted inspections of railcars for compliance with safety standards, ensuring operational integrity.
- Operated and maintained freight cars to ensure safety and efficiency in transportation processes.
Conductor
CSX Transportation
08.2013 - 09.2018
- Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
- Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with locomotive engineer and train crew
- Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures
- Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
- Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists
- Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
- Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars
- Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
- Operate locomotive equipment through the use of remote control device
- Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems
- Quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions
Carpenter
Sheldon Rowell Construction
03.2010 - 12.2010
- Worked under the supervision of the owner, Mr. Sheldon Rowell.
- The job consisted of remodeling homes and occasionally constructing them from scratch.
- Tasks include but are not limited to, digging footers, remodeling interiors, and finishing trim in homes.
- Constructed and installed frameworks, walls, and roofing systems using precision carpentry techniques.
- Operated power tools and hand tools safely to complete various construction tasks efficiently.
Electrical Assistant
BE&K Inc.
04.2009 - 12.2009
- Duties include but are not limited to, electrical wiring, piping, and routing electrical wires.
- Laying cable tray.
- Licensed through BE&K in operating man lifts.
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Supported senior electricians in troubleshooting electrical issues, enhancing team efficiency and response times.
Education
High School -
Brantley County High School
Nahunta, GA05.2008
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, to include Word, EXCEL, and Power Point programs
- Ability to operate forklifts
- Outstanding writing and communication skills
- Superb organizational skill
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task effectively under pressure while balancing speed and quality of work
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Safety awareness
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical panels
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
JCB
03.2024 - Current
Carman
CSX Transportation
09.2018 - 03.2024
Conductor
CSX Transportation
08.2013 - 09.2018
Carpenter
Sheldon Rowell Construction
03.2010 - 12.2010
Electrical Assistant
BE&K Inc.
04.2009 - 12.2009
High School -
Brantley County High School