Alexander McElmury
Summary
Experienced Welder with background in industrial design, material stocking, product shipment and waste management. Trained across multiple types of welding, metallurgy and structural design. Expert working at heights and in enclosed spaces.
Communicative Firefighter known for first-rate mechanical aptitude and great integrity. Dependable individual dedicated to enhancing quality of life for citizens and fellow firefighters through productive, safe services. Expertise in providing emergency rescue, performing fire suppression techniques and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment. Certified in SD Certified FF1and FF2 paired with in-depth knowledge of multiple fire safety programs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician II
Houdek Manufacturing
07.2023 - Current
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for energy efficiency improvements.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Achieved increased reliability through consistent adherence to manufacturer''s guidelines for equipment maintenance.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
Welder/Fabricator
LG Everest
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag and spatter using hand tools.
- Managed repair and maintenance schedule to organize shop and maintain equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc and shielded metal arc equipment.
Maintenance Technician
Farmers Implement And Irrigation
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
John Deere Service Technician
Kibble Equipment
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Performed maintenance duties and safely handled chemicals and solutions.
- Applied knowledge of standard equipment and manufacturer repair guidelines.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Demonstrated increased knowledge of company products and equipment.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
Farm Hand
Naatz Dairy
01.2017 - 09.2020
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Repaired farm equipment, completing both emergency and preventive maintenance quickly and accurately.
- Milked 250 cows using milking machinery.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
- Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
- Kept up to date with new farm technology to make farm more environmentally sustainable.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - John Deere Technology
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, ND05.2020
High School Diploma -
Kasson-Mantorville Senior High School
Kasson, MN06.2018
Skills
- Quality Standards
- Tool Repair and Maintenance
- Flux Core (FCAW) Welding
- Wire Feed Machines
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Incident Safety
- Life Support Services
- Life and Property Protection
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- First Aid
- K12 Saw Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Machinery Operation
Certification
- FF1/2- SD certified Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2
- Grain Bin Rescue
Volunteer work
- Active member of the Volga Volunteer Fire department 2 years
- Active member with Delta Waterfowl-Brookings chapter
Timeline
Maintenance Technician II
Houdek Manufacturing
07.2023 - Current
Welder/Fabricator
LG Everest
03.2021 - 07.2023
Maintenance Technician
Farmers Implement And Irrigation
09.2020 - 03.2021
John Deere Service Technician
Kibble Equipment
10.2017 - 09.2020
Farm Hand
Naatz Dairy
01.2017 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - John Deere Technology
North Dakota State College of Science
High School Diploma -
Kasson-Mantorville Senior High School
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