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Christopher Weathers

Amarillo,TX

Summary

Efficient Maintenance professional skilled in task delegation, maintenance scheduling and team oversight. Commended for quality performance and reliability demonstrated over 16 years of industry experience. Advanced knowledge of amusment park maintenance and repairs.

Knowledgeable mechanic offering 20 years of troubleshooting and repair with advanced technical knowledge. Diligent, dependable and service-driven with strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess repair needs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Airport Mechanic 3

City Of Amarillo
Amarillo, Texas
07.2023 - Current
  • Replaced faulty wiring, defective switches, and other electrical components on machinery.
  • Checked for potential problems, such as loose bolts, broken parts, or worn components.
  • Conducted troubleshooting procedures in order to identify malfunctions in machines or systems.
  • Installed new components and adjusted existing ones in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Inspected safety features on machinery such as emergency stops and guards.
  • Calibrated instruments used during preventative maintenance checks.
  • Participated in team meetings discussing current projects and tasks related to preventative maintenance.
  • Ordered spare parts for repairs as needed from suppliers.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.

Maintenance Manager

Wonderland Amusement Park
Amarillo, TX
02.2008 - 07.2023
  • Established and implemented new procedures for standard maintenance scheduling.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance program by planning and coordinating major scheduled maintenance outages
  • Consulted blueprints and repair manuals to complete high-quality repairs and restore optimal functionality.
  • Supervised facility operations, including preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
  • Fixed building systems and structural components using professional finishes.
  • Calibrated devices to optimize performance and maintain longevity of equipment.
  • Issued training and work schedules for 10 personnel for amusement park equipment.
  • Dismantled equipment to access, remove and replace defective parts to maintain operability.
  • Coordinated tooling changeovers, setups and repairs to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical machinery issues.

Mechanic

Six Flags Entertainment Corp.
Bowie, MD
01.2004 - 12.2004
  • Used troubleshooting methods to identify issues with mechanical tools.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
  • Inspected and tested machinery, equipment and component parts to identify defects, diagnose malfunctions and facilitate repairs.
  • Ran operational tests on systems and equipment to reinforce proper processes and remedy malfunctions.
  • Monitored, installed and tested system components.

Aircraft Mechanic

USMC
Beaufort, SC
07.1998 - 09.2003
  • Cultivated safe and organized work area by maintaining active control over tools and equipment and retaining FOD awareness at all times.
  • Recorded all maintenance performance in aircraft logbooks and completed other paperwork requirements as needed.
  • Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
  • Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
  • Serviced and lubricated aircraft and subsystems as directed.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Las Vegas High School
Las Vegas, NM
05.1998

Skills

  • Facilities maintenance
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Safety protocols
  • Operational improvement

References

Mr. Rod Dovalina

Buildings/ Games Manager

Wonderland Amusment Park

2601 Dumas Dr.

Amarillo, Tx 79107

(806) 336-3038

rodericklee123@gmail.com

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Mr. Isiah Benavides

Department Manager

Cinergy Entertainment Group, Inc.

6808 S. Memorial

Tulsa, OK 74133

(806) 626-9918

ibenavidez@cinergy.com

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Mr. Jack Lamb

Maintenance Manager (retired)

Wonderland Amusemen Park

2601 Dumas Dr.

Amarillo, Tx 79107

(806) 570-9366

Timeline

Airport Mechanic 3

City Of Amarillo
07.2023 - Current

Maintenance Manager

Wonderland Amusement Park
02.2008 - 07.2023

Mechanic

Six Flags Entertainment Corp.
01.2004 - 12.2004

Aircraft Mechanic

USMC
07.1998 - 09.2003

High School Diploma -

West Las Vegas High School
Christopher Weathers