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Brad Merrida
MACHANIC ELECTRICAL
Chicago,IL
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Summary
Skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician with over 25 years of experience in maintaining electrical and conveyor systems. Proven track record in implementing preventive maintenance strategies and training junior technicians to uphold safety standards, ensuring reliable operations and reduced downtime.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Amazon (C&W)
Chicago, Illinois
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery for preventive maintenance.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
- Maintained and repaired conveyor systems to ensure efficient operations.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance practices.
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL
CTA
Chicago, Illinois
11.2015 - 04.2021
- Maintained mechanical and test equipment, ensuring peak performance for operational efficiency.
- Executed routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment to minimize downtime.
- Refurbished electric passenger cars, enhancing reliability for city transit services.
TRAIN ELECTRICIAN
Union Pacific
Chicago, Illinois
08.2007 - 03.2015
- Installed electrical systems in locomotives and rail infrastructure.
- Performed routine maintenance on electrical equipment and tools.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using testing devices and troubleshooting techniques.
Industrial Maintenance Electrician
Postal Service
Chicago, Illinois
09.1985 - 03.2007
- Installed conveyor motors and gearboxes, effectively troubleshooting issues using PLC.
- Diagnosed electrical issues with testing equipment and tools.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on machinery, reducing potential downtime.
- Maintained 70 forklifts, supporting consistent operational performance.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs to comply with postal service standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety practices and maintenance procedures.
maintenance electrical electronic tech
USAF
Chicago, Illinois
07.1972 - 08.1985
- Installed, configured, tested, maintained, repaired and troubleshot electronic components, systems and equipment.
- Calibrated electrical instruments using standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators and multimeters.
- Reviewed service manuals and schematics while troubleshooting to determine root cause of malfunctioning units.
Education
No Degree - IT Network Security
City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago, IL 04.2007 - 04.2008
Skills
- Preventive maintenance
- Conveyor system maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Electrical and conveyor systems
- PLC programming
- PLC troubleshooting
- System diagnostics
- Safety protocol compliance
- System diagnostics
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Amazon (C&W)
10.2021 - 11.2023
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL
CTA
11.2015 - 04.2021
TRAIN ELECTRICIAN
Union Pacific
08.2007 - 03.2015
No Degree - IT Network Security
City Colleges of Chicago
04.2007 - 04.2008
Industrial Maintenance Electrician
Postal Service
09.1985 - 03.2007
maintenance electrical electronic tech
USAF
07.1972 - 08.1985