Garrett Richards
Wellington
Summary
Career-driven automation engineering student looking to improve my mechanical and electrical skills in a maintenance role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Utility Operator
Owens Corning
Medina
08.2025 - Current
- Fast-paced environment producing various types of shingles
- Maintaining and troubleshooting various machines on the production line
- Clearing jams that occur as needed to minimize downtime
- Inspecting the quality of finished product to meet standard
Military Police
Ohio Army National Guard
Toledo
04.2018 - Current
- Conduct monthly training on military police skills in preparation for state-side or foreign missions
- Lead and mentor multiple teams as a squad leader, and sergeant
- Train soldiers on vehicles, weapon systems, military police tasks, and more
- Stay up to date on relevant certifications.
Electro-mechanical Technician
Arrowlift
Westlake
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Work independently and manage my own day according to schedule in different parts of Northern Ohio with company vehicle
- Install, service, & repair of stair lifts, material handling lifts, and associated devices in residential and commercial settings
- Ensure code-compliance and accuracy with all installs
- Speak with customers, collect payment for services, and give demonstrations on installed equipment
- Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electric problems as needed
- Read and interpret blueprints to assist with larger installation projects
Production Operator
Johns Manville
Milan
12.2022 - 04.2025
- Operate machinery ensuring smooth production flow and minimal downtime
- Drive forklift and operate a bridge crane as needed to support production needs
- Use Microsoft Excel and SAP to track and document operations
- Inspect quality of material produced to ensure customer satisfaction
- Perform basic troubleshooting on production machinery when required
- Assist training new employees for the finishing department
Police Officer
Bellevue Police Department
Bellevue
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Enforced laws ensuring public safety, reducing crime rates through strategic patrols
- Engaged in community policing to enhance public trust
- Investigated incidents and completed detailed reports
- Responded to emergencies and assisted other agencies
- Stay current on required certificates and attend classes to further related education
Education
Associate of Science - Automation Engineering Technology
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH 01.2024 - 09.2025
Certification - Distributed Leadership Course
Department of Defense
01.2021 - 02.2021
New London Local Schools
New London, OHSkills
- Mechanical Systems
- Installing/Maintaining
- AutoCAD
- Welding/Industrial Blueprints
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- SAP
- Bridge Crane/Tow Motor
- Leadership
Timeline
Utility Operator
Owens Corning
08.2025 - Current
Electro-mechanical Technician
Arrowlift
04.2025 - 07.2025
Associate of Science - Automation Engineering Technology
Lorain County Community College
01.2024 - 09.2025
Production Operator
Johns Manville
12.2022 - 04.2025
Police Officer
Bellevue Police Department
09.2021 - 09.2022
Certification - Distributed Leadership Course
Department of Defense
01.2021 - 02.2021
Military Police
Ohio Army National Guard
04.2018 - Current
New London Local Schools