Greg Best
Athol,ID
Summary
At Norlift Material Handling, a skilled Mechanical Technician enhanced machine efficiency and reduced downtime by over 30% through expert preventive maintenance and root cause analysis. Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting and a strong commitment to safety protocols. Excelled in fostering vendor relationships, significantly cutting costs while ensuring high-quality service delivery.
In addition worked 15 years in the same field in Chicago IL.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Norlift Material Handling
512 N. Rancher Rd. Spokane WA 99212
06.2004 - 06.2024
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Monitored equipment performance to confirm proper and efficient function.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Followed guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries.
- Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of [Type] equipment.
- Completed complex repair projects within tight deadlines, minimizing production disruptions and ensuring timely delivery of finished products to customers.
- Read and interpreted technical drawings and schematics to understand equipment design and proper maintenance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Kept detailed records of repairs and maintenance for reference in future work.
- Improved machine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Utilized varied tools and equipment to test and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
- Performed root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to a reduction in unplanned maintenance events.
- Kept track of equipment maintenance schedules using computerized maintenance management systems.
- Contributed to improved inventory management by maintaining accurate records of parts usage and submitting timely orders for replenishment.
- Participated in quality assurance protocols, verifying that finished products met or exceeded established standards and identifying areas for further improvement.
- Enhanced production quality with thorough inspection and calibration of mechanical systems.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of technical issues and effective communication with clients throughout the service process.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms on parts pricing and availability that resulted in overall cost reductions for the company.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing effective preventive maintenance plans.
- Stayed current with latest developments in field through research to recommend new equipment and technologies to clients.
- Actively pursued professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to mechanical technicians'' roles.
- Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
- Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, and needed product adjustments.
- Performed in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve range of mechanical failures.
- Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
- Prepared reports and documentation for mechanical systems and processes.
- Followed optimum preventative maintenance plans for complex mechanical systems.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify source of mechanical system malfunctions.
Education
General Studies
Wheaton Central High School
Wheaton, IL06.1977
Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Installation
- Power Tool Operation
- Safety Protocols
- Quality Inspection
- Precision measurement
- Equipment monitoring
- Hydraulic systems
- Power Tools Proficiency
- Schematic reading
- Work Order Interpretation
- Parts Fabrication
- Machine setup
- Electrical Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Metal Fabrication
- System Configuration
- Machine programming
- Regulatory Compliance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Efficiency Improvement
- Fuel systems
- Cost Estimates
- Component Fabrication
- Cost Estimation
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Norlift Material Handling
06.2004 - 06.2024
General Studies
Wheaton Central High School