Randy Popoca
Palmdale
Summary
Maintenance professional with commitment to high standards and results. Extensive experience in performing preventative maintenance and repairs to ensure facility safety. Consistently collaborates with team members and adapts to changing needs, demonstrating reliability and flexibility. Key skills include Welding Fabrication, Machinist Manual Lathe and Mill, troubleshooting, repair, and equipment maintenance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Person III
CalPortland
Mojave, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Operated manual lathe and milling machines to produce precision components for Motor Shafts, Pumps, Keyway, Couplings, Boring
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify and address maintenance needs.
- Performed repairs on machinery and tools, ensuring optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Utilized hand and power tools effectively for various repair and maintenance tasks.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot problems; determine appropriate repair measures
- proper rigging and lifting procedures
- Plan and lead work of a skilled crew for maximum safety and efficiency with minimal supervision
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local labor, safety, and environmental regulations
Aerospace Welder
Aero Bending Company
Palmdale, CA
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Fabricated metal components using MIG, TIG, Shielded Metal Arc welding techniques to meet production specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate weld placements and configurations.
- Operated and maintained welding equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to identify process improvements, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
Mechanical Fabricator
ASC Process Systems
Valencia, CA
06.2010 - 01.2018
- Fabricating and welding components following drawings and schematics.
- Building autoclaves, ovens, frames, tanks, heaters, and platforms.
- Performing painting, plumbing, and insulation as needed.
- Operating hand and power tools safely.
- Traveling locally, out-of-state, and occasionally overseas for installations and repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carson High School
Carson, CALA City Certified Welder -
Collage of The Canyons
Valencia, CA01-2016
Skills
- Manual Lathe and Milling operation
- TPC Trained
- Mechanical aptitude
- LA City Certified Welder / Fabricator
- Blueprint interpretation
- Installation and Maintenance
- Rigging techniques
- Safety compliance
- Piping and Instrumentation
- Pump maintenance
Certification
LA City Certified Welder
Issued by City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety
Timeline
Maintenance Person III
CalPortland
01.2024 - Current
Aerospace Welder
Aero Bending Company
03.2018 - 02.2021
Mechanical Fabricator
ASC Process Systems
06.2010 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Carson High School
LA City Certified Welder -
Collage of The Canyons