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Garland Slack

Siler City,NC

Summary

Adept at hydraulic systems maintenance and fostering team cooperation, I significantly enhanced equipment efficiency and project completion rates at Bear Creek Arsenal. My expertise in plumbing repairs and emergency response, combined with a proven track record in both residential and commercial construction, positions me as a valuable asset to any team seeking to improve their operational success and customer satisfaction.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Plumber

Tony Cook
01.2022 - Current
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
  • Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.

Maintenance Technician

University Village Apts
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.

Line Packer

Energizer Battery
08.2018 - 04.2019
  • Decontaminated work areas using sprayers to apply cleaning and disinfecting solutions.
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
  • Sealed containers and packages with glue, tape or other materials.
  • Labeled containers, container tags or products.
  • Loaded and unloaded items from production line.
  • Secured items for storage or shipment.
  • Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different items and packaging materials.
  • Loaded items onto conveyor belts and pallets.
  • Utilized adhesive labels and other materials to package items.
  • Operated shrink wrap, banding and other wrapping machines.
  • Inspected items for defects and damage.
  • Recorded product, packaging and order information on specified forms.
  • Re-packaged damaged or incorrectly packaged items.
  • Monitored packaging machinery to make needed adjustments.

Machinist

Bear Creek Arsenal
03.2018 - 07.2018
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Education

Welding - Welding

Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC
08.2019

Blue Print Certification - Welding Blue Print

Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC
08.2019

High School Diploma -

Chatham Central High School
Bear Creek, NC
06.2018

Skills

  • Drainage Systems Repair
  • Hydraulic systems maintenance
  • Skilled with both hand and power tools
  • Codes Compliance
  • Remodels and new construction
  • Silver and soft solder expert
  • Septic System Installation
  • Project bids
  • Residential plumbing design
  • Equipment Operation
  • Emergency Response
  • Construction management
  • Plumbing
  • Residential construction
  • Pipe installation expertise
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Blueprints
  • Piping installation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Cooperative team member
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Manual rigging installation
  • Estimate Preparation

Timeline

Plumber

Tony Cook
01.2022 - Current

Maintenance Technician

University Village Apts
08.2019 - 12.2021

Line Packer

Energizer Battery
08.2018 - 04.2019

Machinist

Bear Creek Arsenal
03.2018 - 07.2018

Welding - Welding

Randolph Community College

Blue Print Certification - Welding Blue Print

Randolph Community College

High School Diploma -

Chatham Central High School

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