Chris Young
Fyffe,AL
Summary
Resourceful professional in maintenance and repair, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance. Excel at time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless operations and workplace safety.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Progress Rail A Caterpillar
Boaz, AL
12.2024 - Current
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
Sr Maintenance Technician
Warren Distribution
Guntersville , AL
02.2004 - 05.2024
- Installed new components into machines according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Analyzed data from predictive maintenance systems to identify potential issues with equipment.
- Repaired broken components quickly using a variety of hand tools and specialized diagnostic equipment.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
- Participated in regular meetings with supervisors to discuss upcoming projects or maintenance concerns.
- Provided technical advice regarding machine operations and malfunctions to operators.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Identified areas where process improvements could reduce downtime or improve efficiency.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Inspected machines regularly to ensure they were running properly and safely.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Maintained records of all maintenance activities, including parts used and labor hours expended.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Trained junior technicians in proper repair, troubleshooting, and safety procedures.
- Identified root causes of mechanical failures to determine appropriate solutions.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery by providing technical support during setup.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Welding, Hydraulic Rebuild, Air Cylinder Rebuilds
Marshall Tech
AlbertvilleSkills
Fabricated roller beds built filler machines 55 gallon drums and 5 gallon bucket Built multiple conveyors
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Progress Rail A Caterpillar
12.2024 - Current
Sr Maintenance Technician
Warren Distribution
02.2004 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Welding, Hydraulic Rebuild, Air Cylinder Rebuilds
Marshall Tech