Austin Sturgill
Eldorado,IL
Summary
Proven Maintenance Technician with a solid background in electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, honed at Vibracoustic. Skilled in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, demonstrating a keen problem-solving ability. Achieved significant equipment downtime reduction by implementing preventive maintenance strategies. Excel in fostering safety and efficiency, with a knack for enhancing equipment functionality and workplace productivity. Solid experienced equipment operator and welder.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
S.I. Docks
06.2024 - Current
- Welded in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Torch Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
Equipment Operator
Lewis Mobile Welding
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs. Such as 480 Track Hoe, 350 Long Reach, 480 Haul Truck, 950 Dozer and 850 Dozer.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Supported site supervisors by providing timely feedback on machine performance, identifying areas for improvement or repair needs.
- Sustained high-performance standards by adhering to company policies regarding preventative maintenance schedules.
- Facilitated seamless communication among team members, leading to improved collaboration during complex projects involving multiple pieces of heavy machinery.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
Maintenance Technician
Vibracoustic
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- 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.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eldorado High School
Eldorado05.2016
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Steel Fabrication
- Flat Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Tool repair and maintenance
- MIG welding
- Power Tools Operation
- Surface grinding
- Preventive Maintenance
- Problem solving ability
- Building Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Repair
- Parts Replacement
- Equipment Repair
- Industrial Equipment
- Machine lubrication
- Pneumatics Troubleshooting
- Pressure Washing
- Hydraulic system repair
- Equipment Troubleshooting
Timeline
Welder
S.I. Docks
06.2024 - Current
Equipment Operator
Lewis Mobile Welding
07.2022 - 06.2024
Maintenance Technician
Vibracoustic
09.2020 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Eldorado High School