Cristopher L. Butler

• Perform preventative maintenance (PMs), troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Work on legacy Allen-Bradley PLC systems, including SLC 100 and SLC 500 series.
• Maintain and repair automated equipment, motor starters, conveyors, and woodworking shapers.
• Support plant uptime by responding quickly to equipment failures and performing root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve machine reliability and efficiency.

• Manage end-to-end business operations including sales, estimating, purchasing, inventory, and job scheduling.
• Perform hands-on electrical work across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, customer communication, and inspections.
• Handle accounting, invoicing, and vendor management to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Ensure all work meets NEC code and safety standards while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship.

Enhanced Workplace Safety:

• Conducted thorough electrical inspections to identify and rectify potential hazards, ensuring a safe work environment for personnel and equipment.

Increased Efficiency and Accuracy:

• Streamlined electrical installations by interpreting schematics and blueprints, guaranteeing projects were completed on time and to specifications.
• Drafted comprehensive wiring layouts and installation plans, selecting code-compliant equipment and fixtures, which minimized errors and saved costs.

Problem-Solving Expertise:

• Utilized troubleshooting skills and diagnostic equipment to pinpoint electrical malfunctions, leading to swift repairs and reduced downtime.

Versatility and Project Management:

• Successfully installed conduit, wiring, and motor controls for diverse industrial and new building projects.
• Developed accurate estimates and proposals for commercial wiring projects, demonstrating proficiency in project cost management.

Enhanced Equipment Uptime:

• Minimized downtime by testing, repairing, and restoring functionality of electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms, and control systems.

Advanced Troubleshooting:

• Utilized comprehensive troubleshooting skills to diagnose complex malfunctions in both mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring swift repairs and optimal equipment performance.

Multi-Skilled Technician:

• Maintained a safe and operational environment by installing, maintaining, and repairing air and water lines as needed.

Streamlined Workflows:

• Improved project efficiency by importing and creating pre-tasks and post-task work orders within JD Edwards.

Plant Machinery Expertise:

• Responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all plant machinery, ensuring smooth operation and production efficiency.

Preventative Maintenance:

• Implemented proactive maintenance practices through cleaning, lubricating, and replacing shafts, gears, bearings, and mechanical seals to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

Safety First:

• Prioritized a safe work environment by adhering to strict OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

Process Optimization:

• Planned and executed modifications to enhance safety, improve operator ergonomics, and boost machine productivity, directly contributing to a safer and more efficient work environment.

Preventative Maintenance Champion:

• Led the setup and execution of preventative maintenance programs for a diverse range of machinery including punch presses, mills, thread machines, and injection molders, minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment lifespan.

Automation Expertise

• Maintained and repaired semi-automated equipment and PLC-controlled assembly lines, ensuring smooth production flow and equipment uptime.
• Fabricated equipment parts and implemented modifications to upgrade systems, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of automation technology and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• In addition to the above, effectively performed a wide range of duties encompassing electrical, mechanical, and preventative maintenance tasks, as detailed previously.

Warehouse Operations Specialist:

• Executed efficient loading and unloading of trucks daily, ensuring timely product movement and customer satisfaction.

Inventory Management Expertise:

• Demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of warehouse operations, including stocking, order picking, shipping, and receiving, contributing to accurate inventory control and order fulfillment.

Teamwork and Training:

• Fostered a collaborative work environment by effectively cross-training colleagues in order picking, stocking, and packing for shipment, enhancing overall team efficiency.

Familiarity with Shipping Protocols:

• Adeptly handled shipments via FedEx, UPS, and USPS, ensuring adherence to carrier procedures and smooth product delivery.

U.S. Navy

• Led flight deck operations, ensuring the safe and efficient movement, spotting, and securing of aircraft and equipment in demanding sea and land environments.
• Acted as a first responder, applying advanced skills in first aid, crash & rescue, firefighting, crash removal, and damage control to mitigate emergencies during critical aircraft launch and recovery operations.