Chad Dutton
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Results-driven maintenance mechanic with expertise in preventative maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, and safety management. Proven track record in minimizing downtime and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
Quaker Oats
Cedar Rapids, IA
10.2016 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in production machinery to minimize downtime.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to execute preventive maintenance schedules effectively.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using hand tools and diagnostic equipment
effectively.
Plumber/Supervisor
Hinz Plumbing
Anamosa, IA
09.2005 - 10.2016
- Supervised plumbing installation and repair projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, regulations and a timely manner.
- Coordinated scheduling of plumbing jobs, optimizing resource allocation to meet client demands effectively.
- Conducted quality control inspections on completed work, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client expectations.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring readiness for upcoming projects while minimizing waste.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery and equipment for optimal
performance. - Performed preventive maintenance on production lines to reduce
downtime. - Diagnosed mechanical issues using hand tools and diagnostic equipment
effectively. - Diagnosed plumbing issues using specialized tools and techniques.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure project specifications were met.
- Maintained compliance with local plumbing codes and safety regulations.
- Coordinated logistics and inventory management for efficient workflow.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize stock availability and reduce waste.
- Provided leadership through coaching, mentoring, motivating team
members towards achieving goals. - Analyzed customer orders to determine most effective shipping methods,
routes, and carriers. - Resolved conflicts between customers, suppliers, vendors, and employees
in a professional manner. - Monitored daily operations to ensure compliance with established policies
and procedures. - Analyzed invoices, work orders, consumption reports and demand
forecasts to estimate peak delivery periods and issue work assignments. - Managed maintenance and repair actions for team equipment and vehicles.
Education
Plumbing
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IAPlumbing License
Phcc
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Preventative and Equipment maintenance and repair
- Experience working with cooling towers, air handler units, fire systems and compressed air
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Machinery Inspection
- Pipe fitting
- Training in Loto
- Certificates in pit vehicles and aerial lifts
- Safety management - 10 hr OSHA certification
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Plumbing repair
- Team supervision
- Building maintenance
Certification
Plumbing license
Forklift certification
Certified Rigger
CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Quaker Oats
10.2016 - Current
Plumber/Supervisor
Hinz Plumbing
09.2005 - 10.2016
Plumbing
Kirkwood Community College
Plumbing License
Phcc