Austin Fischer
Hartford,Wisconsin
Summary
Dependable and driven worker with a strong focus on achieving high-quality results as a Maintenance Technician. Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain machinery effectively. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Weld/Fabricator
Halquist Stone
Sussex, Wisconsin
08.2021 - 02.2026
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, and forklifts.
- Replaced worn parts, such as hoses, belts, and bearings.
- Executed repairs on hydraulic systems to ensure optimal functionality.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance, including oil changes and engine tune-ups.
- Utilized diagnostic tools (code scanners, multi-meter, and relay buddy) for precise troubleshooting of machinery issues.
- Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery to restore operations.
- Fabricated replacement parts using cutoff-wheels, die grinders, circular steel saws, band saws and other various tools as required.
- Read and interpreted technical prints, schematics, and manuals.
CNC Mill Machinist/ Programmer
Strohwig Industries
Richfield, USA
11.2017 - 01.2021
- Operated and programmed vertical and horizontal spindle CNC machines
- Used bridge cranes (Up to 75 ton) to move, spin, or flip parts using extensive rigging techniques with chains/straps
- Ran forklifts of all sizes up to 23,000lbs
- Performed general maintenance of machines including, checking way/head lubrication levels, making sure the spindle chiller and coolant levels were always in the safe operating range before running
- Worked on restricted access ITAR parts in conformance to predetermined government specifications
- Used high precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, indicators and other tools to ensure we were meeting/exceeding the customer supplied tolerances
Tool And Die Maker/ Programmer
JP Pattern
Butler, USA
04.2015 - 11.2017
- Applied functional knowledge to construct tools and dies according to predefined specifications
- Hands-on experience in determining tools and equipment needed for each process
- Operated and programmed multiple CNC machines concurrently to achieve tight deadlines
- Able to complete mold fabrication from start to finish including programming, operation, and setup of CNC machines
- Working with small tolerances to meet part functionality requirements
- Produced tools and dies that met or exceeded customer specifications
- Troubleshot dies to identify and resolve problems and failures
- Structured workflows to enhance efficiency in operations
Weld Fabricator/Assembler
Custom Equipment-Hybrid Lifts
Richfield, Wisconsin
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Wire welded lift components and sub-assemblies with precision using jigs and fixtures to ensure quality before robotic welding.
- Constructed complete lifts by interpreting prints and assembly procedures, including electro-mechanical and hydraulic assemblies.
- Operated brake press to form metal components of scissor lifts before welding.
- Executed picking and kitting of all necessary parts and components for assembly.
- Recommended design improvements that enhanced efficiency of assembly processes.
- Created Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and implemented Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to streamline production.
- Conducted final inspections on completed machines to ensure quality standards.
Education
2 Year Tool And Die (Apprentice) - Tool And Die Technology
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI01-2017
Diploma -
Hartford Union High School
Hartford, WI01-2012
Skills
- MIG and stick welding
- Metal Fabrication
- Proficient with Oxyacetylene Torch
- Plasma cutting and etching
- Hydraulic system repair
- Wiring systems
- CAD/Cam software for programming machines
- Operate various CNC machines
- Setup CNC machines
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Maintenance record keeping
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Weld/Fabricator
Halquist Stone
08.2021 - 02.2026
CNC Mill Machinist/ Programmer
Strohwig Industries
11.2017 - 01.2021
Tool And Die Maker/ Programmer
JP Pattern
04.2015 - 11.2017
Weld Fabricator/Assembler
Custom Equipment-Hybrid Lifts
04.2013 - 04.2015
2 Year Tool And Die (Apprentice) - Tool And Die Technology
Waukesha County Technical College
Diploma -
Hartford Union High School