Adam Haarstad

• Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
• Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
• Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
• Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
• Improved client satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship consistently, following up on feedback, and addressing concerns promptly.
• Consistently met or exceeded building codes and regulations, resulting in successful inspections upon project completion.

• Provided thorough documentation of completed repairs, facilitating seamless communication between mechanics and administrative staff.
• Collaborated with team members to diagnose complex mechanical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Optimized workflow by maintaining an organized workspace, enabling easy access to tools and resources needed for efficient job completion
• Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service
• Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.

• Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations during all aspects of the job responsibilities.
• Maintained detailed records of all performed tasks, providing accurate documentation for future reference and analysis.
• Reduced plant downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues in a timely manner.
• Enhanced overall plant performance by ensuring all essential systems were maintained in peak condition, minimizing potential disruptions.
• Troubleshot and repair CNC Mills laths , lasers , polishers, surface grinders and and other PLC controlled pritaroty machines used to manufactur bandsaw blades.

• Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects within tight deadlines, optimizing workflow processes.
• Ensured optimal performance of equipment through careful disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, and testing procedures.
• Streamlined machinery installation process by coordinating efforts with engineers, electricians, and other skilled tradespeople involved in project completion.
• Reduced downtime significantly by swiftly diagnosing and addressing mechanical issues in a timely manner.
• Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
• Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
• Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .001% accuracy.

• Maintained a high-performance work environment by quickly addressing staff disputes.
• Facilitated skill development and team growth with ongoing constructive feedback.
• Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
• Maintained adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Instructed new production staff on safe and efficient production procedures.

Handled repair tasks for trucks and rail car couplings.

Conducted repairs on both structural and superficial aspects of rail car frames and boxes.

• Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and explaining repair procedures thoroughly.
• Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular preventative maintenance tasks.
• Conducted safety inspections on tractors, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Supported agricultural clients through field visits, providing onsite troubleshooting assistance as needed.
• Used operational manuals, maintenance records and forums to gain troubleshooting insight for complex issues.
• Acquired hand and power tool mastery to carry out routine and advanced repairs.