Donald Schafer
Springworks Farm
Lisbon,ME
37
years of professional experience
Dependable maintenance mechanic with broad experience in farm equipment and marine electrical systems. Strong in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and hand and power tool use. Proven ability to identify failures quickly and return equipment to service.
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
5 Years 3 Months- Performed preventive maintenance on tractors, pumps, and processing machinery.
- Troubleshot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical failures to restore equipment operation.
- Repaired motors, belts, chains, and bearings using hand and power tools.
- Inspected farm equipment to identify mechanical issues and prevent downtime.
- Maintained safe work practices while servicing equipment in active production areas.
Marine Electrician
32 Years- Installed shipboard electrical systems, wiring, and cable terminations for destroyer construction and overhaul.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to route, test, and verify circuit integrity.
- Troubleshot motors, control panels, lighting, and distribution equipment using multimeters and insulation testers.
- Performed continuity, resistance, and megger testing to confirm compliance with shipyard electrical standards.
- Routed, pulled, and secured cables through compartments, trays, and bulkheads for clean system installations.
- Mentored junior electricians on shipboard installation methods, safety practices, and quality expectations.
- Completed complex electrical installations for new marine vessels, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Education
Marine Electrical - Electrical
Skills
Preventive Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Mechanical diagnostics
Equipment diagnostics
Equipment repair
Mechanical repairs
Electrical systems
Pump maintenance
Conveyor systems
Lockout procedures
Hand and power tool use
Welding techniques
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Springworks Farm
07.2021 - CurrentRead More
Marine Electrician
Bath Iron Works , General Dynamics
05.1989 - 05.2021Read More
Maine Maritime
Marine Electrical from Electrical
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