Douglas Garner
Eagle Point,OR
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Millwright/ Journeyman Electrician
Biomass One
White City, OR
02.1997 - 03.2014
- Disassembled broken down machines for repair or disposal purposes.
- Fabricated replacement parts from raw material when required.
- Inspected, tested, repaired and adjusted mechanical parts of industrial machinery and equipment.
- Cleaned parts by washing, brushing or scraping to remove dirt, grease or corrosion.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machines and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced worn or defective parts of machinery.
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing job duties at all times.
- Installed conveyors, shafts, bearings and gears to specified tolerances.
- Troubleshooted problems with existing equipment using knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Aligned motors and pumps using precision measuring instruments.
- Calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy of readings.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems using schematics diagrams and test instruments such as digital multimeters.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Conducted troubleshooting operations on complex industrial machinery requiring advanced knowledge of electricity.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls regarding electrical malfunctions.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
Millwright
Medite
White City, OR
1990 - 12.1996
- Lubricated moving parts of machinery at regular intervals to prevent breakdowns.
- Disassembled defective machines for further inspection and repairs.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Fabricated spare parts from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
- Performed preventive maintenance on all production machines.
- Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
- Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
- Observed required safety measures when using blowtorches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high standards.
- Completed corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial machinery to replace worn parts and prevent breakages.
- Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
Journeyman Electrician
Boise Cascade Wood Products
Medford, OR
03/12/20 - Preseent
- Performed maintenance on existing electrical wiring and equipment.
- Instructed apprentices on proper installation techniques for various electrical components.
- Used hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers, and crimpers to complete tasks.
- Identified system malfunctions and performed repairs as needed.
- Assisted with new installation and upgrades of plant equipment.
- Installed conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
- Replaced malfunctioning components for failing electrical setups.
- Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Installed motor feeders and made standard motor connections.
- Followed established safety practices when using tools and equipment.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning wiring using test equipment to locate faults.
Education
Manufacturing Plant Electrical Apprenticeship
Rogue Community College
White City, OR10-2011
Millwright Apprenticeship
Rogue Community College
White City, OR08-1996
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- System Testing
- Installing equipment
- Apprentice training
- System repair and installation
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Circuits and wiring
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Testing and diagnostics
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Power and hand tools
- Emergency Repairs
- New system installations
Affiliations
- When not working I enjoy spending time with my daughter, son and 4 grandkids.
Certification
- Manufacturing Plant Journeyman Electrical License # 5054PJ
Timeline
Millwright/ Journeyman Electrician
Biomass One
02.1997 - 03.2014
Millwright
Medite
1990 - 12.1996
Journeyman Electrician
Boise Cascade Wood Products
03/12/20 - Preseent
Manufacturing Plant Electrical Apprenticeship
Rogue Community College
Millwright Apprenticeship
Rogue Community College