1. Gaudencio Mendez
10924 Leland Ave.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 469-8261
Mendezfam76@gmail.com
EMPLOYMENT
02/08-current
National Oilwell Varco
Orange, CA 92868
Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic Technician
Duties: Perform Cost-cutting modifications that improve safety and boost machine productivity,troubleshoot systems accurately and
repair breakdowns quickly to maintain operating efficiency, troubleshoot and repair machine mechanical problems, welding,
plumbing, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, alignments and all relating applications for repairs, order replacement parts, and train new
employees.
02/07-02/08
National Oilwell Varco
Orange, CA 92868
Facilities Department
Duties: Responsible for all aspects oftroubleshooting and repair of wide range of issues:leaks (water, air), Paints (floor line, walls),
new installations of frame doors, new constructions (metal frame or wood), new installation of cubicles for office purpose,welding,
installations of new light fixtures and replacements, order parts as needed,installations and relocations of new equipment and many
reports.
2000-2007
Wolfe Industries
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Maintenance Mechanic Electrician
Duties: Responsible for Maintenance Department and Facility Department, documented Hazard Materials, order and receive parts,
Robotic Welder programmer, Spot Welder setup man, repair and troubleshoot:electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical
problems on punch presses and machines, drive heavy truck class A driver license, operate and fix forklifts.
1996-1998
Harley Davidson/MarkLand Industries Inc.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Supervisor of Polish Department
Duties: Supervised a staff of 40, line of copper, nickel, polishing and sanding.Resolve, investigate and cut off Re-works, teach new
methods on how to do better, cheaper and faster in all jobs. Implement safety in the department. Complying with ISO 9000, Schedule
jobs for second shift.
EDUCATION
1989-1991 Escuela Secundaria General #7
Mexicali, Mexico
Degree: Diploma
1991-1993 Escuela Preparatoria Nuevo Leon
Mexicali, Mexico
1992-1994 CECATI (Technical School Welding)
Mexicali, Mexico
Degree: Certificate
SPECIAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
 CNC Mazak Training (troubleshoots and repairs)
 PFH-FH4800/5800 Maintenance Class for Machining Centers

2.  Knowledge of material control procedures
 Arc Flash Protection and Electrical Safety
 Basic Electricity for non-electrician
 Electrical Troubleshooting and Preventative Maintenance
 Troubleshooting Mechanical Drive Systems and Rotary Equipment
 Maintenance Class for Maintenance Center
 Electrical Ladder Drawings, Schematics and Diagrams
 Microsoft Office Excel and Outlook 2007 Level 1 & 2
 Bolero Training: Cellular Journey to Better, Faster and Cheaper, QRM, 5S, Communication, Quality, Teaming and Teaming
for Results
 Robotic Welder programmer
 Hydraulic Fundamentals
 Variaxis Series Maintenance Class for Machining Centers
 Pumps Repair and Maintenance
 Understanding and Troubleshooting Hydraulics
 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
 Cutting Machine Maintenance Training Course
 Thermal/Infrared Thermography
 Electrical/Mechanical Specific, Level 1 Mechanic Measurement Tools
 Safety Training
- CPR AED (ERT)
- Hand and Power Tools Safety
- Walking Working Surface Back Safety
- NFPA 70E (Arc Flash Protection)
- Electrical Safety
- Hand Safety 2015
- HSE Hazard Communication Standard
- Fall Protection
- Heat Illness
- Machining Equipment Safety
- Forklift and Crane Inspection
- Safety and Managing Change
- Machine Guarding
- Storm Watering
SKILLS
 MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and able to research via internet
 Excellent communication/analytical skills and detailed oriented
 Flexible team player and thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and
 Juggle multiple concurrent projects
 Hydraulic
 Mig, Arc, Gas Welding
 Sheet Metal Layout Fabrication
 Air Compressors
 Installations of new electrical lines and power supplies
 480V AC - 24V DC,
 3-Phase Electric Motors
 Electrical Schematics
 AC and DC Drives
 Circuit Breakers and running conduits
 Ability to Operate: Forklift, ScissorLift, Boom Lift
 Hand tools, Electrical tools and Pneumatic tools
 Plumbing: Copper, Brass and PVC
 Running rigid pipe, Schedule 40 and 80 for air and gas.
 Bilingual in English and Spanish
 Arc flash protection 70E