Chad Powers
Cramerton,NC
Summary
Dependable Maintenance Technician offering over 10 years of building maintenance and repair experience. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical systems, collection systems, utility plants, distribution systems and chemical handling.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
City of Belmont
Belmont , NC
2018.03 - Current
- Installation of new machinery, control panels, electric motors, breaker panels, invertors, transfer switches, generators, and equipment.
- Ran pump truck, vac truck, utility crane truck, backhoe, bum truck, dump truck and forklift
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication, draw downs, checking amps and volts, vibration analysis, thermo imaging, filter changes, oil changes, fluid checks, psi/mills, exercise valves and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, generator systems, lighting systems, blowers, panel boxes, control panels, dialers, floats, transducers, actuators, SCADA panel, transfer switches and other related components.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during and after shift hours.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs and keep prices updated annually.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results such as SWAN meters, PH meters, DO meter and TSS meter.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Read and interpreted equipment manuals, blueprints, and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services, installations, or repairs.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Coordinated with contractors.
- Communicated and negotiated with manufactories/providers for service agreements or trouble shooting issues.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with ORC and managers to assess ongoing needs, plan preventive maintenance schedules, plan projects and revue performance.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical, leak, electrical and structural problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
Warehouse Manager
Tricon Technologies
Gastonia , NC
2015.04 - 2018.01
- Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
- Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
- Planned and implemented warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and managing warehouse personnel.
- Managed overall budgeting for warehouse operations including labor costs and equipment maintenance expenses.
- Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for material procurement needs.
- Collaborated closely with logistics teams to ensure smooth flow of shipments across international borders.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
Maintenance Worker
Environmental Pumping and Solutions
Charlotte , NC
2013.04 - 2015.03
- Trouble shooting control panels and repair or temporary rewire or bypass.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Operated a variety of hand tools and power tools for various maintenance activities.
- Ran pump truck and vac truck
Education
High School Diploma -
Forestview High School
Gastonia, NC06.2002
Skills
- Parts Replacement
- Codes Compliance
- Equipment Installation
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Building Maintenance
- Tool Management
- Plumbing
- Supply Management
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Hand and Power Tools
- Blueprint and Schematic Understanding
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Equipment Operator
- Plant Operations
- Training Skills
- Management Skills
- Problem Solving
- CDL
- Hazardous Material Training
Certification
- Maintenance 3 certification
- C- Surface certification
- Waste Water 2 certification
- Collections 1 certification
- Class B CDL with tanker endorsement
- Hazardous Materials Operations/OSHA level 2 certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
City of Belmont
2018.03 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Tricon Technologies
2015.04 - 2018.01
Maintenance Worker
Environmental Pumping and Solutions
2013.04 - 2015.03
High School Diploma -
Forestview High School
- Maintenance 3 certification
- C- Surface certification
- Waste Water 2 certification
- Collections 1 certification
- Class B CDL with tanker endorsement
- Hazardous Materials Operations/OSHA level 2 certificate
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