ERIC SAVOLAINEN
Chermstar Products
Keewatin,MN
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Experienced with diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems. Utilizes preventive maintenance strategies to reduce equipment failure and extend asset life. Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance, ensuring a secure working environment.
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
3 Years 8 Months- Repaired industrial equipment including airlock rebuilds, pneumatic slide gates, hydraulic pumps, and pneumatic ball valves. Performed maintenance on drive components including sheaves, sprockets, drive chains, and v-belts. Executed welding and fabrication using oxy acetylene and plasma cutting. Conducted filter change outs on bins and silos, managed electric motor change outs and wiring, and executed multiple styles of bearing changes.
- Training and licenses: Special Engineer Boilers license #SP808902, 16 Hr. Hazwoper as Operations/Site Worker State of MN. First aid and CPR training. Manager and Supervisor training
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
Maintenance Supervisor
4 Years 8 Months- Led monthly safety meetings, conducted safety inspections of plant and grounds, and wrote reports on findings to implement corrective actions.
- Oversaw safety and work quality for two millwrights on 12-hour rotating shifts in a 24/7 facility.
- Ensured millwrights met safety and professional standards by supplying necessary parts and managing vendor quotes, maintaining budget while ensuring timely delivery.
Maintenance Mechanic
1 Year 7 Months- Repaired industrial equipment, performed welding, and addressed electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to ensure operational efficiency.
- Worked in full service casting company specializing in aluminum and cast stainless steel, contributing to high-quality production standards.
- Supervisor: Craig Glendenning 763-780-5123
Maintenance Mechanic
4 Years 1 Month- Performed pipefitting, fusing of poly pipe, welding, cutting, and maintenance on plant conveyors, pumps, screens, rev separators, mobile equipment, and sloan separators.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems to ensure optimal operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery to enhance reliability and performance.
- Collaborated with production teams to minimize downtime through effective troubleshooting and repairs.
Education
Millwright - Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright) Degree Program
High School Diploma - General high school course schedule
Skills
Effective equipment maintenance
monitoring
and repair
Preventive Maintenance
Troubleshooting and problem solving
Attention to detail and safety
Blueprint and schematic reading
Knowledge of arithmetic
algebra
geometry
calculus
statistics
and their applications.
Professionalism and communication skills
Collaborating with construction teams and engineers
Certification
Engineer Boilers license #SP808902. All OSHA and HAZWOPER courses. Special First aid and CPR training, leadership training, Managerial and Supervisor courses.
Personal Skills
- Leadership
- Team player
- Safe
- Personable
- Reliable
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Chermstar Products
02.2023 - CurrentRead More
Maintenance Supervisor
MTI Northern Foundry
06.2018 - 02.2023Read More
Maintenance Mechanic
Carley Foundry Inc.
11.2016 - 06.2018Read More
Maintenance Mechanic
Magnetation, Plants 1, 2 & 4
09.2012 - 10.2016Read More
Mesabi Range Community And Tech College
Millwright from Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright) Degree Program
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Nashwauk-Keewatin High School
High School Diploma from General high school course schedule
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