Outside of work I enjoy spending time with family, Riding my motorcycle and Side by side Working in my garage on my project cars and trucks
Chad Powell
Maintenance Technician Senior
Williamsfield,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Senior Maintenance Technician with extensive experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. Known for problem-solving skills and safety awareness, dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
Results-driven Senior Maintenance Technician with a proven track record in diagnosing and repairing complex machinery. Expertise in implementing process improvements and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maximize equipment performance and ensure safety standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Maintenance Technician
Advanced Technology Services
08.2005 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in production equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on machinery to enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering team to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
- Trained junior technicians in maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in increased efficiency of maintenance operations.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Educated fellow technicians on best practices in industrial maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Improved production output with timely repairs and adjustments to machinery.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance processes and improve overall productivity.
- Facilitated communication between maintenance teams and plant management, ensuring alignment on priorities and goals.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify and address mechanical issues.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as lubrication, checking fluids and replacing worn parts.
- Diagnosed equipment issues by analyzing error messages and testing results.
- Installed, calibrated and tested new or repaired parts and equipment.
- Observed and tested operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters or other testing devices.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
- Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams and blueprints to follow specifications in maintaining industrial machinery.
- Increased equipment reliability by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate corrective actions.
Education
Welding
Illinois Welding School
Bartonville IL03-2000
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Total productive maintenance
- Machine repair
Advanced troubleshooting and Repair on Liebherr gear grinders,hobbs and shapers Okuma HMC machining centers and lathes, Gleason hobbs, shapers and profile mills, Taiyo Koki and Usach grinders,
- Problem-solving
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Blueprint and schematics
- Troubleshooting strength
Interests
Timeline
Senior Maintenance Technician
Advanced Technology Services
08.2005 - Current
Welding
Illinois Welding School