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Jose Vara

Fresno

Summary

Dependable maintenance mechanic with a decade of expertise in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Demonstrated leadership in supervising teams and enhancing operational uptime while ensuring safety compliance in dynamic environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Mechanic

UPS
01.2015 - Current
  • Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on UPS equipment and machinery.
  • Support operational uptime through preventive maintenance and safety compliance.
  • Collaborate with base department teams to ensure facility and equipment reliability.

Mechanical Welder

Osborne Welding
Fresno
05.2014 - 01.2015
  • Welded and installed dock levelers, roll‑up doors, and UPS truck locks.
  • Operated company truck for job site travel.
  • Served as liaison between company and customers.
  • Supervised on‑site teams for local and out‑of‑town projects.

Apprentice

David Schmit Construction
San Francisco
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Assisted with construction and maintenance at new SF Hospital project.
  • Inspected buildings and performed minor electrical repairs.
  • Maintained doors, framing, windows, interiors, and exteriors.
  • Troubleshot measurement issues with the Foreman.

Corpsmember

Fresno County EOC Local Conservation Corps
Fresno
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Executed field operations including concrete pouring, trenching, framing, drywall installation, insulation application, landscaping, recycling efforts, and equipment repairs, ensuring project completion across various job sites.
  • Facilitated communication among Corpsmembers, staff, service providers, and agencies to enhance collaboration and streamline processes.
  • Supported warehouse operations through customer service, shipping and receiving tasks, and inventory management, maintaining efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Certificate of Accomplishment in Residential Wiring -

Fresno City College
01-2011

High School Diploma -

Youth‑Build Charter School of California
01-2010

Pre‑Apprenticeship Certificate Training (PACT) -

Youth‑Build Fresno
01-2010

Skills

  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Electrical repairs
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Welding techniques
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety compliance

Timeline

Maintenance Mechanic

UPS
01.2015 - Current

Mechanical Welder

Osborne Welding
05.2014 - 01.2015

Apprentice

David Schmit Construction
08.2013 - 05.2014

Corpsmember

Fresno County EOC Local Conservation Corps
01.2007 - 01.2010

Certificate of Accomplishment in Residential Wiring -

Fresno City College

High School Diploma -

Youth‑Build Charter School of California

Pre‑Apprenticeship Certificate Training (PACT) -

Youth‑Build Fresno
Jose Vara