Edwin Roper
Lincoln,AL
Summary
Accomplished Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Altium, excelling in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills to minimize downtime and enhance equipment functionality. Adept in using hand and power tools, ensuring safety compliance while achieving efficient repairs and installations.
Skilled Maintenance Technician adept at interpreting blueprints, developing schedules, and overseeing team operations. Well-versed in managing workflow and delegating tasks to meet objectives. Offering numbed years of repair and maintenance expertise with proven history or hard work and dependability.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Altium
Bessemer, AL
08.2024 - Current
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Maintenance Technician
Nemak
Sylacauga, AL
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
Millwright
Millwright Local Union 1192
Birmingham, AL
03.2005 - 01.2023
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with Number% accuracy.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Ensured proper lubrication of moving components by adhering to a strict preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer recommendations.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
- Optimized equipment lifespan through proactive monitoring of wear patterns and making adjustments as needed.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Streamlined maintenance processes through effective organization of tools, parts inventory, and work orders.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
- Led cross-functional teams in equipment overhaul projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.
- Improved safety standards with implementation of updated lockout/tagout procedures.
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army Reserve
Birmingham, AL
03.2003 - 03.2011
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
Education
Completion Of Apprenticeship -
Local 1192 Apprenticeship Program
Birmingham, ALHigh School Diploma -
Pell City High School
Pell City, AL2003
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Hand tools expertise
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- OSHA
- Industrial equipment
- Hydraulic systems
- Mechanical expertise
- Machine lubrication
- Mechanical aptitude
- Pneumatic systems
- Project management
- Conveyor systems
- Blueprint and schematics
- Maintaining components
- Reporting and documentation
- Journey-level background
- Power and hand tool use
- Field maintenance
- Willing to learn
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Problem detection and resolution
Certification
Introduction to PLC
16 hour OSHA training
Hi torque certification
Steam turbine certification
Gas turbine certification
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Altium
08.2024 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Nemak
04.2023 - 07.2024
Millwright
Millwright Local Union 1192
03.2005 - 01.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army Reserve
03.2003 - 03.2011
Completion Of Apprenticeship -
Local 1192 Apprenticeship Program
High School Diploma -
Pell City High School