Christian Patey

About Christian Patey

Diagnose, troubleshoot, update, and repair malfunctioning plant equipment• Perform daily system checks on Fanuc and Kuka based applications (robotics)• Participate in preventative maintenance program’s based on Original Equipment Manuals for plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities• Effectively make repairs in a timely manner• Maintain accurate records• Minimize malfunctions by preventative maintenanceAviation Electronics Technician (USMC)• Read and interpreted maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing, and replacing malfunctioning and damaged components• Performed any assigned duties and responsibilities with strict adherence to safety regulations, standard operating procedures, and military standards and policies• Inspected completed work to certify that maintenance meets the required standards and that the $60 million aircraft are ready for operation• Maintained repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance for accountabilities and future references• Conducted routine and special inspections as required by regulations • Practiced ground safety procedures and precautions in flight-line or hanger operations or in test areas where dangerous voltages or other conditions may exist• Inspected and tested electrical components by applying the theory of operations of transistors, diodes, solid state components, integrated circuits, motors, servos, and other electrical devices• Diagnosed failures on aircraft electrical systems, including the power supply systems, lighting and control systems, power plant systems, and automatic flight control systems• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, publications, and other technical data• Repaired, inspected, and maintained various electrical connectors and wires

Experience

1. Associate Manager, Production Line Maintenance

   Tesla

   Mar 2025 — Present · Fremont, CA, US

Education

• Fanuc Academy

  Robotics Technology/Technician

• Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

  Bachelor's degree, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations

  2016 — 2020

• KUKA College

  Robotics Technology/Technician

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Strategic Communications
• Quality Assurance
• Time Management
• Supervisory Skills
• Problem Solving
• Wiring Diagrams
• Team Motivation
• Technical Manuals
• Team Building
• Flexibility Training
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Avionics
• Electronics
• Creative Writing