Summary
Overview
Work History
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Chad Johnson

Hoopeston,IL

Summary

Dedicated mechanic with extensive experience at Silgan Containers, skilled in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance equipment performance and streamline repair processes. Proficient in heavy equipment operation and committed to safety standards, ensuring a reliable work environment while training new team members to uphold operational excellence.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Street Maintenance Worker

City Of Hoopeston
Hoopeston, IL
10.2022 - 10.2024
  • Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
  • Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
  • Inspected, diagnosed and repaired municipality infrastructure
  • Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
  • Conducted routine inspections of road conditions to identify maintenance needs.

Mechanic

Silgan Containers
Hoopeston, IL
05.2012 - 10.2022
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new mechanics on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Conducted repairs on production equipment, minimizing downtime and improving workflow continuity.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce equipment failure rates.
  • Coordinated with management to identify areas for process improvement within the maintenance department.
  • Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities for compliance audits.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.

Concrete cutting and coring technician

Penhall Company
Champaign, IL
08.2010 - 05.2012

Operated concrete saws and core drills

Warehouse Worker

Supervalu
Champaign, IL
05.2001 - 08.2010
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.

Mechanic

Silgan Containers
Hoopeston, IL
10.2024 - Current
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new mechanics on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Conducted repairs on production equipment, minimizing downtime and improving workflow continuity.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce equipment failure rates.
  • Coordinated with management to identify areas for process improvement within the maintenance department.
  • Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities for compliance audits.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.

Education

Diploma -

Hoopeston Area High School
Hoopeston, IL
05.1997

Skills

  • Protective Equipment Knowledge
  • Performance Metric
  • Routine Maintenance
  • Project Requirements
  • Machine Operations
  • Basic Tools
  • Mechanical Tools
  • Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Truck Driving
  • Asphalt Maintenance and Repair
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Preventive Maintenance

Certification

Obtain Class B Cdl with airbrakes

Timeline

Mechanic

Silgan Containers
10.2024 - Current

Street Maintenance Worker

City Of Hoopeston
10.2022 - 10.2024

Mechanic

Silgan Containers
05.2012 - 10.2022

Concrete cutting and coring technician

Penhall Company
08.2010 - 05.2012

Warehouse Worker

Supervalu
05.2001 - 08.2010

Diploma -

Hoopeston Area High School
Chad Johnson