Dennis Greener
Versailles
Summary
Seasoned Automation and Controls Technician experienced in industrial automation systems and electrical troubleshooting. Enhanced production efficiency through innovative control designs and effective team collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement and electrical safety, showcasing strong work ethic, adaptability, and interpersonal skills.
Overview
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1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
11B infantry sniper
Army National Gaurd
St Louis
10.2025 - Current
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Martin metal LLC
Versailles
10.2024 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures and implemented effective repair solutions.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards.
- Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
- Coordinated with suppliers to order necessary parts and materials promptly.
Automation and controls tech
Adient
Eldon
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Troubleshot control systems to identify and resolve operational issues effectively.
- Maintained and repaired production machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment for safety compliance and functionality.
- Collaborated with engineers to implement system upgrades and enhancements.
- Documented maintenance activities and service reports for accurate record-keeping.
Automation and Controls Technician
Unilever
Jefferson City
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Installed, configured, calibrated and maintained robots for automation processes.
- Authored technical reports outlining test results for various equipment, supporting data-driven decision making.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment such as motors, pumps, valves and actuators.
- Utilized Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000 and 500 programming software for troubleshooting purposes.
- Collaborated on process improvement plans to enhance production line efficiency, contributing to streamlined operations.
- Installed, configured, calibrated, and maintained robots for automation processes, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability.
Maintenance Technician
Gates
Versailles
10.2018 - 03.2023
- Diagnosed complex problems related to programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives and Human Machine Interfaces.
- Commissioned new machines and updated existing machines with new controls hardware or software updates.
- Executed troubleshooting and repaired malfunctions in mechanical and electrical systems.
- Repaired or replaced defective components in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
- Performed troubleshooting on complex mechanical systems such as hydraulics, pneumatics and lubrication systems.
- Tended to equipment malfunction or failure with minimal downtime to production.
- Maintained safe working environment utilizing personal protective equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and preventive maintenance activities, including parts used and labor hours.
- Maintained detailed records of all work performed including test results, repairs completed, parts ordered.
- Utilized hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments during repair work.
- Dismantled, repaired, or replaced devices using hand tools and power tools.
- Organized work areas and equipment aligned with sanitation and cleanliness standards.
- Assisted supervisor with preventive maintenance and special projects.
- Prioritized work orders for service maintenance requests.
- Repaired electrical systems and installed light fixtures, enhancing workplace safety and functionality.
- Read and interpreted equipment manuals and work orders for performing required maintenance and service.
- Repaired electrical work and installed light fixtures.
- Disassembled machines; cleaned parts before reassembly.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctions in mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Diagnosed problems with malfunctioning equipment using logic diagrams, schematics or other technical documents.
- Troubleshot electrical equipment using ladder logic and electrical schematics.
- Collaborated with engineering team members to develop solutions for system malfunctions.
- Addressed equipment malfunctions promptly to restore production efficiency.
- Developed safety protocols for personnel working around hazardous materials.
- Grew lean knowledge, resulting in increased productivity.
- Performed routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, and belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and doing other preventive maintenance actions.
- Collaborated with engineering team to develop effective solutions for system malfunctions, improving overall equipment reliability.
- Assembled, installed and repaired wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
- Diagnosed problems with malfunctioning equipment using logic diagrams, schematics or other technical documents.
- Troubleshot electrical equipment using ladder logic and electrical schematics.
- Grew lean knowledge, resulting in increased productivity.
- Performed routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, and belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and doing other preventive maintenance actions.
- Assembled, installed and repaired wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
Fabrication Welder
The Perfect Treesaw
Green Ridge
09.2015 - 10.2018
- Followed strict safety guidelines when performing welding operations.
- Assisted in repair and maintenance of machines and mechanical equipment, ensuring functionality and safety.
- Conducted cleaning and lubrication of machinery components, including shafts, bearings, and gears, to ensure optimal performance.
- Demonstrated strong problem solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during the fabrication process.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, grinders and saws for cutting, shaping and finishing metal pieces prior to welding operations.
- Collaborated with welders to complete welding projects efficiently, meeting project deadlines.
- Operated overhead cranes and hoists safely to move large components into position for welding.
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts, warping or expansion of material.
- Ignited torch and adjusted valves, amperage, and voltage to obtain desired flame and arc.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to verify conformance with specifications.
- Prepared metal surfaces for welding by grinding, filing or chiseling away excess material.
- Executed welding repairs and maintenance on diverse equipment and machinery, enhancing operational reliability.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications utilizing precision measuring instruments.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment including troubleshooting electrical issues related to welders.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working around hazardous materials such as fluxes or gases.
- Dismantled machines, equipment and devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
- Assembled and clamped workpieces into fixtures to bond fabricated metal components.
Refrigeration Technician
Tyson
Dresdon
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Troubleshot and repaired complex refrigeration systems, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, and piping.
- Replaced worn parts, ensuring compliance with safety regulations to maintain system integrity.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams and piping schemes to diagnose and repair units.
- Diagnosed malfunctions through visual inspection or electronic testing tools.
- Replaced or adjusted defective or worn parts to repair systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance on various HVAC equipment, enhancing system reliability and longevity.
- Charged HVAC system with appropriate refrigerant to ensure optimal performance. with proper type of refrigerant by pumping specified gas or fluid into system.
Education
High School Diploma -
Green Ridge High School
Green Ridge, MissouriPLC programming 1, PLC programming 2, PLC programming 3
State Fair Community College
Sedalia, MissouriSkills
- Electrical Safety
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical diagnostics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Automation troubleshooting
- Motor Control Circuits
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Sensor Technology
- Pneumatic Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Continuous Improvement
- Critical Thinking
- Problem solving
- Team Collaboration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem solving
Certification
Class E drivers license
Timeline
11B infantry sniper
Army National Gaurd
10.2025 - Current
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Martin metal LLC
10.2024 - Current
Automation and controls tech
Adient
03.2024 - 10.2024
Automation and Controls Technician
Unilever
03.2023 - 03.2024
Maintenance Technician
Gates
10.2018 - 03.2023
Fabrication Welder
The Perfect Treesaw
09.2015 - 10.2018
Refrigeration Technician
Tyson
09.2014 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Green Ridge High School
PLC programming 1, PLC programming 2, PLC programming 3
State Fair Community College