Christopher Kuhl
Lampasas,TX
Summary
Adept at minimizing downtime through expert equipment maintenance and repair, I enhanced production efficiency at Texas Materials. Skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and fostering collaborative environments, my proactive approach and proficiency in preventive maintenance significantly contribute to operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
Texas Materials
06.2023 - Current
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Expedited emergency repair situations, minimizing production delays due to unforeseen breakdowns or malfunctions.
Structural Welder
Lamco Construction
04.2016 - 06.2023
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
- Used MIG and TIG welding on structural supports.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Machinist
Burnet Machine Works
05.2013 - 01.2016
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Orting High School
Orting, WA06.2010
Skills
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Hand and power tool use
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Mechanical Repairs
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Troubleshooting
Affiliations
- Jordan Thorpe
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Texas Materials
06.2023 - Current
Structural Welder
Lamco Construction
04.2016 - 06.2023
Machinist
Burnet Machine Works
05.2013 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Orting High School
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