Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Christopher Burmeister

Christopher Burmeister

Maintenance Technician
NORTH MUSKEGON,MI

Summary

Skilled Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Lacolombe Coffee, enhancing equipment efficiency and reliability through expert preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Demonstrated ability to lead teams in high-stakes environments, improving overall safety and reducing downtime by swiftly diagnosing and resolving technical issues. Combines strong problem-solving abilities with a service-oriented mindset to deliver top-notch maintenance solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Lacolombe Coffee
08.2020 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • 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.
  • Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
  • Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.

Lead Maintenance Technician

Glassource
05.2016 - 08.2020
  • Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities.
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
  • Increased overall equipment efficiency by optimizing maintenance processes, including prioritization of work orders and inventory management.
  • Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
  • Conducted root cause analysis investigations after major breakdowns or incidents to prevent future occurrences.
  • Provided functional plumbing by repairing leaks, removing drain clogs and lubricating parts.
  • Repaired and installed electrical wiring for light fixtures, power outlets and Type system.
  • Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for repair instead of replacement, extending the lifespan of critical machinery.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact between maintenance department and vendors, ensuring clear communication regarding parts delivery timelines and specifications.
  • Assisted in training junior technicians, enhancing their technical skills and fostering a culture of teamwork within the department.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability through thorough troubleshooting and timely repairs of malfunctioning systems.
  • Repaired and maintained both 3-phase and single-phase motors.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations and ensuring proper use of protective equipment.
  • Troubleshot and repaired conveyors, pneumatic systems and steam boilers.
  • Developed standardized operating procedures for routine maintenance tasks, promoting consistency across all team members and reducing errors.
  • Used arc welding, tig welding and plasmas cutting equipment to repair metal structures, components, and manufacturing machinery.
  • Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.

Education

Industrial Electrical Maintenance - Industerial Maintenance

Muskegon Comunity College
Muskegon, MI
04.2016

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Problem solving ability
  • Building Maintenance
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Hand and power tools
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Parts Replacement
  • Equipment Installation
  • Equipment Repair
  • Tool management
  • Plumbing
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Blueprint and schematic understanding
  • Electrical Panels
  • Door hardware
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Machine lubrication
  • Lighting Systems
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Motor Controls
  • Control Circuits
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Boiler Maintenance
  • Steam Systems
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Water treatment
  • Chiller Maintenance
  • Cooling towers
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Wiring Installation and Repair
  • Problem Detection and Resolution
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Electrical Component Replacement
  • Maintenance recordkeeping
  • Pressure Washing
  • Hydraulic system repair

Accomplishments

Mcc graduate residential wiring class and fire alarms systems, weldind hydrolic pneumatics

Certification

Tpc and dean boiler seminar certificate


Cornell university in broken seal certification in uht and htst pasterization

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Lacolombe Coffee
08.2020 - 06.2024

Lead Maintenance Technician

Glassource
05.2016 - 08.2020

Industrial Electrical Maintenance - Industerial Maintenance

Muskegon Comunity College

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