Bronson Neace
London,KY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician 2
Treves CTA Acoustics
Corbin, KY
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
Certified Welder and Fabricator
Southeast Apparatus
Corbin, KY
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Installed structural steel members that have been cut or formed into specific shapes according to plans provided by engineers or architects.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Mig\Tig\Arc Certified in steel,aluminum, and stainless steel.
Truck Driver
DRM Trucking
Williamsburg, KY
08.2015 - 03.2020
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Certified Automotive Technician
Powers Automotive Services
Corbin, KY
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Rebuilt engines from the ground up, including installation of pistons, camshafts, crankshafts.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads, wheel cylinders and hoses.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Huff Creek Mining
Holmesmill, KY
02.1997 - 05.2015
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
- Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
- Replaced gears and bearings to maintain equipment performance.
- Ran complex machinery to transport and manipulate coal, ore and rock.
- Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via a mine phone.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
- Maintained fast-paced schedules by loading materials onto vehicles using loading machine.
- Applied limestone treatment to mine walls and floor, decreasing risk of accidental explosions.
- Loaded coal onto conveyor belts for transport out of the mine.
- Drove loaded shuttle cars to ramps and moved controls to discharge loads into mine cars or onto conveyors.
- Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
- Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Education
Whitley County High School
Williamsburg, KY05-1994
Skills
- Mechanical Expertise
- Welding
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Service-Oriented Mindset
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician 2
Treves CTA Acoustics
06.2022 - 01.2024
Certified Welder and Fabricator
Southeast Apparatus
03.2020 - 06.2022
Certified Automotive Technician
Powers Automotive Services
04.2018 - 10.2019
Truck Driver
DRM Trucking
08.2015 - 03.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
Huff Creek Mining
02.1997 - 05.2015
Whitley County High School
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