AVERY HAWKINSON
Houston,USA
Summary
Professional Technician with extensive hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing mechanical systems. Proven to be dependable on tasks and assignments. Ability to adapt and to enhance equipment reliability while working collaboratively within teams to meet dynamic operations. Calm Leadership who brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
AbbVie
North Chicago, IL
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Responded to service queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Repaired machines, vacuum pumps, air compressors, equipment or structures using tools.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Dismantled machines, equipment or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
Machinist Mate Third Class
United States Navy
Virginia Beach, VA, USA
10.2017 - 10.2022
- Lead Fireman and Machinist for the Hershel "Woody Williams" ESB-4 class ship.
- Deployments 6-8 months long for AFRICOM primarily stationed in Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa.
- Conducted countless hours of simulated fire drills managing and training over 15 sailors enhancing their Damage Control skills.
- Observed operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine need for adjustments or repairs.
- Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to operational standards and specific needs.
- Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
- Read and understood manuals, schematics, charts and diagrams at a higher level.
- Designed detailed preventive maintenance schedules for our Maintenance System.
- Repaired Diesel Engines and equipment for Rescue boats and Cargo Transport Trucks to ensure safety operation and ship.
- 2 years' experience working with Marine Gas Turbine Engines
- Diagnosed and repaired gas turbine systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues effectively.
- Utilized specialized tools and diagnostic equipment effectively in order to quickly identify issues within gas turbine systems.
- Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify and address mechanical issues.
Education
A&P -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Houston, Texas, USA07-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Joseph A Craig High School
Janesville, WI06-2017
Skills
- Mechanical aptitude
- Maintenance scheduling
- Troubleshooting strength
- Organizational/Attention to Detail
- Diagnostics
- Safety-oriented mindset
- Understanding schematics and Illustrated Parts Catalogs/Breakdown/Assembly
- System installations
- Research and Documentation
- Communication
- Hand and power tools
Accomplishments
- 3 Navy and Marine Achievement Medals
- Expert Rifleman Medal
- Designated Work Center Supervisor
- Lead Fireman
- 1st Lead Boat Engineer
- Global War on Terrorism Medal
- 4 Years of Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Medal
- Global War Expedition Medal
- 3 Star Deployment Medal
- Surface and Expedition Warfare Pin
- Plank owner of the USS Hershel 'Woody' Williams
- Honorably Discharged After 5 Years of Service
Certification
- Combat First Aid, United States Navy 2021
- Certified Gauge Calibration, United States Navy - 2021
- Certified MHE Forklift Operator, United States Navy - 2021
- Diesel Engine Maintenance Technical Certification, United States Navy-2021
- Maintenance Material, and Management (3M) Research and Studies Certification, United States Navy- 2022
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
AbbVie
11.2022 - 11.2023
Machinist Mate Third Class
United States Navy
10.2017 - 10.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Joseph A Craig High School
A&P -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance