Chris Pocius
Oglesby,IL
Summary
Professional heavy equipment operator with strong expertise in operating and maintaining variety of machinery. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work environments. Excels in safety protocols, precision operations, and problem-solving, ensuring efficiency and high-quality results. Reliable team player focused on achieving operational goals and contributing to team success.
Experienced with diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues in industrial settings. Utilizes preventive maintenance techniques to enhance equipment efficiency. Strong understanding of safety protocols and technical schematics, ensuring reliable and safe operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/Industrial Maintenance Technician
Manley Bros. of Indiana Inc.
Troy Grove, IL
07.2004 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers,endloader, cranes, telehandlers, locomotive and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs. Make>make and maintain roads and ditches Prep>prep the mining site before the blasting procedure.
Maintenance Technician
Manley Bros. of Indiana Inc.
Troy Grove, IL
07.2004 - Current
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- welding, cutting and fabricating
- conveyor and elevator repair. replacing belting and buckets. new splices. changing out head and tail pulleys. replacing heavy duty bearings.
- all aspects of the mining procedure. replace or rebuild pumps.
- replace driscal and steel water line.
- move and secure portable electrical power.
- replace needed parts in the manufacturing and pocessing procedure.
Dryer Operator
Manley Bros of Indiana Inc.
Troy Grove, IL
07.2004 - Current
- Completed pre-operational checks on equipment before starting processes.
- Inspected and monitored drying evaporative process, verifying proper operation, coordination and product production.
- Observed temperature recorders and operated valves to regulate steam pressure or gas flow to heat driers to specified temperature.
- Displayed strong attention to detail when performing routine quality checks on dried products before packaging.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness and sanitation with regular wipedowns and parts lubrication.
- Regulated gate on feed hopper and flow-through dryer.
Education
Industrial Maintinance Certificate - Industrial Maintnace
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL05-2004
High School Diploma -
Lasalle-Peru Highschool
Peru, IL05-1999
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Industrial maintenance
- Custom fabrications
- Valid Driver's license
- Msha training
- First aid
- U of I 2024 labor leadership certificate
- Safe equipment operation
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Excavation expertise
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/Industrial Maintenance Technician
Manley Bros. of Indiana Inc.
07.2004 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Manley Bros. of Indiana Inc.
07.2004 - Current
Dryer Operator
Manley Bros of Indiana Inc.
07.2004 - Current
Industrial Maintinance Certificate - Industrial Maintnace
Illinois Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Lasalle-Peru Highschool