Derrick Arbuckle
Winchester
Summary
Hardworking industrial maintenance tech bringing 10+ 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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Timken Aerospace
02.2022 - Current
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
- Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring smooth integration into existing systems.
- Educated fellow technicians on best practices in industrial maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Increased workplace safety by ensuring proper functioning of all equipment and systems.
- Assessed risks associated with various machinery operations, informing proper safety protocols.
- Contributed to cost savings through careful inventory management and efficient use of resources.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Lightlife
08.2020 - 02.2022
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance activities and retained copy of equipment programs as backups.
- Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring smooth integration into existing systems.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Peoples Linen Service
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Inspected and tested electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus.
- Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring smooth integration into existing systems.
- Troubleshot programs and maintained programmable logic controllers.
- Improved production output with timely repairs and adjustments to machinery.
- Adhered to safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria to maximize preventive controls.
Industrial Engineering Technician
Flowers Foods
05.2016 - 01.2019
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
- Conducted time studies to identify bottlenecks and develop solutions for optimized workflow.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by participating in kaizen events and cross-functional team projects.
- Provided technical support to production personnel, swiftly resolving any equipment or process-related challenges that arose during daily operations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design, test, and implement new manufacturing processes for increased productivity.
- Streamlined workflow within the facility through careful space planning, layout optimization, and effective material handling strategies implementation.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between product lines by assisting in changeover planning, execution, and documentation updates.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness within the workplace by delivering regular training sessions on industry best practices, hazard identification, and incident reporting procedures.
- Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Tutored workers on production and inspection procedures, implementing remedial education programs where necessary.
- Conducted time study using work measurement tools to validate accuracy of labor standard time.
Automotive Tech
Nissan Of Keene
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
Education
GED -
Vermont Adult Learning
Brattleboro, VT01.2012
Skills
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Building Maintenance
- General Plumbing
- Mechanical
- Pneumatic
- Hydraulic Equipment Maintenance
- Light Carpentry
- Inspection And Quality Assurance
- Process Improvements
- Safety Protocol
- Preventative Maintenance
- Troubleshooting Specialist
- Precision Measuring
- Safety Cautious
- Able To Lift 100 Lbs
- Mechanical Expertise
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Timken Aerospace
02.2022 - Current
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Lightlife
08.2020 - 02.2022
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Peoples Linen Service
05.2019 - 08.2020
Industrial Engineering Technician
Flowers Foods
05.2016 - 01.2019
Automotive Tech
Nissan Of Keene
02.2013 - 03.2015
GED -
Vermont Adult Learning
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