Clark Gibson
Holland,MI
Summary
Hardworking mechanical repairman and machine maintenance manager bringing 30+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Associate
RA Miller
Grand Haven, MI
05.2021 - Current
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Kraft Heinz
Holland, MI
03.2017 - 08.2020
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Installed piping for plumbing systems for domestic and HVAC lines.
- Prepared air compressors and boilers machinery for use and verified presence of sufficient parts to complete operations.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Inbound Warehouse Associate
Holland Rescue Mission
Holland, MI
07.2015 - 02.2017
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Coordinated warehouse organization scheme and product placements.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Professional Truck Driver
Self-Employed
Grand Rapids, Michigan
09.2010 - 06.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Facility Maintenance Worker
Hearthside Foods
Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to reduce downtime.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
- Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery such as HVAC and refrigeration.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Mechanical Maintenance Manager
Consumers Energy
West Olive, MI
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 6 employees.
- Contributed to development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Education
Various Courses - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Cutting Torches
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Metal Welding
- Equipment Dismantling
- Electrical Component Replacement
- Piping Systems Maintenance
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Parts Lubrication
- Mechanical Repair
- Rigging Equipment
- Energy Efficiency Improvement
- Valve Grinding and Reseating
- Safety Monitoring and Compliance
Timeline
Manufacturing Associate
RA Miller
05.2021 - Current
Journeyman Pipefitter
Kraft Heinz
03.2017 - 08.2020
Inbound Warehouse Associate
Holland Rescue Mission
07.2015 - 02.2017
Professional Truck Driver
Self-Employed
09.2010 - 06.2015
Facility Maintenance Worker
Hearthside Foods
Mechanical Maintenance Manager
Consumers Energy
Various Courses - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Grand Rapids Community College