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Travis Neal

Tucson

Summary

Experienced overhead crane maintenance technician with a strong focus on safety compliance, electrical and mechanical repair, and troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance equipment uptime through effective inspections and root cause analysis.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

overhead Crane Maintenance Technician

Freeport McMoran Sieriita operation
Tucson
07.2014 - Current
  • Experience in installation, maintaining and repairing of electrical wiring systems
  • Experience with VFDs, PLC, HMI, and SCADA Control Systems
  • Experience with distribution control centers, distribution panels and uninterrupted power systems, relay contactors, transformers, and motor overload protection
  • Experience working with low and medium voltages, 4-20 milliamp, DC 12 ,24 48, 300vdc 24vac to 13,800vac
  • Experience with AC and DC motor controls circuits
  • Experience with instrumentation and process control devices
  • Utilized diagnostic electrical test equipment, including megger meters and multimeters, to assess and troubleshoot electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Experience with low and medium voltage switch gear, motor control centers
  • Experience with Overhead and underground power distribution systems
  • Experience with substation maintenance and repair
  • Experience with cutting, measuring, bending, assembling, and installing conduit
  • Conducted reliability center maintenance and root cause failure analysis to enhance critical functions, contributing to reduced maintenance costs and increased equipment uptime.
  • Certified overhead crane inspector.
  • NCCO certified mobile crane operator
  • NCCR Certified Crane operator
  • Operated various heavy equipment, including backhoes, excavators, bulldozers, motor graders, compactors, and aerial work platforms, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
  • Performed overhead crane electrical and mechanical maintenance, including rope changes, gearbox inspections and rebuilds, drive and idler wheel inspections and repairs, and load testing; certified crane rail inspections and repairs for operational safety.
  • Conducted frequent and periodic inspections following OSHA 1910, 179 and ASME 30.2 guidelines.
  • Training in NEC regulations, NFPA 70E Electrical safety
  • Class A CDL
  • Training in working at heights, confined spaces, overhead crane, rigging, trenching techniques
  • Welding experience in GMAW, SMAW, and GTAW
  • Experience with cutting torch and other fabrication tools

Plant Mechanical and Electrical Technician

Bay Shore Concrete Skanska USA
Chesapeake
07.2010 - 06.2014

Managed maintenance shop for mobile equipment and cranes, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.

Performed maintenance on mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, HVAC, and industrial boiler systems.

Conducted OSHA inspections and maintained compliance for overhead and mobile cranes.

Established safety plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

Oversaw safety protocols, ensuring protection of maintenance employees during operations and compliance with safety regulations.

Directed maintenance planning to optimize resource allocation and scheduling.

Managed procurement of parts and coordination with contractors for timely repairs.

Maintained accurate records of costs and management reporting for three concrete processing plants, aiding in budget management and resource allocation.

Millwright Technician

Chereokee Millwright and mechanical
Maryville
04.2005 - 06.2010

Performed arc, MIG, and TIG welding to fabricate components, ensuring high-quality standards.

Installed, repaired, and leveled various industrial machines to ensure operational effectiveness.

Conducted torch cutting and repaired hydraulic and pneumatic systems, conveyors, pumps, and gearboxes to restore operational functionality.

  • Executed precision alignment with laser and dial indicators to enhance rigging and welding accuracy.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Automation Industrial Technology

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ
04-2026

Some College (No Degree) - Heavy Vehicle Technology

Advanced Technology Institute
Virginia Beach, VA

Some College (No Degree) - Maritime Welding Technology

Advanced Technology Institute
Virginia Beach, VA

Skills

  • Electrical and mechanical repair, installation, and troubleshooting
  • Mobile and Overhead Crane Operation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • HVAC systems
  • Overhead Crane: frequent and periodic inspections
  • Class A CDL and heavy equipment operation

Timeline

overhead Crane Maintenance Technician

Freeport McMoran Sieriita operation
07.2014 - Current

Plant Mechanical and Electrical Technician

Bay Shore Concrete Skanska USA
07.2010 - 06.2014

Millwright Technician

Chereokee Millwright and mechanical
04.2005 - 06.2010

Some College (No Degree) - Automation Industrial Technology

Pima Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Heavy Vehicle Technology

Advanced Technology Institute

Some College (No Degree) - Maritime Welding Technology

Advanced Technology Institute
Travis Neal