Gregory S. Mead II
Eden,USA
Summary
Experienced with mechanical and electrical system maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Utilizes diagnostic tools and techniques to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently. Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices that minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Efficient technician with extensive hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical systems. Known for ensuring operational safety and minimizing downtime through effective preventive maintenance. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting issues and performing corrective actions promptly.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician III
Krier Beverage
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Maintenance Manager Martin Crownover
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to identify and address maintenance needs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on production machinery to minimize downtime.
Senior Plant Maintenance
Eden Pet Products
11.2018 - 01.2025
- GM Pete Simon
- Troubleshooted equipment issues to minimize downtime during operations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Duel Shield Welder / Fabricator
Precision Canopy LLC
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Shop Manager Tim Kern
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise welding specifications.
- Maintained high safety standards while performing welding tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Welder MIG Aluminum
Mity Lite
02.2017 - 03.2018
- VSL Jason Price
Temp Welder at Mity Lite
Nexeo Staffing
11.2016 - 02.2017
Welder and Material Handler
Knotts & Co. Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Shop Manager Darren Bulow
Welder and Metal fabricator
United Alloy Inc.
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Manager of Manufacturing Tina Tarpinian
Plumber
Skyline Homes
09.2013 - 10.2013
- Plant Manager Joel
- Install gas lines for furnaces, stove, water heater and dryer, install bathroom fixtures and waterlines.
Welder
E.D. Etnyre Co. Ltd
09.2007 - 09.2013
- Shift Supervisor Brian Lamb
- Weld and metal fabrication, material handler
Pet Department Manager
Wal-Mart
08.2002 - 09.2007
- Store Manager Mark McDonald
- Inventory control
Seasonal
Swiss Colony
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Keep flow racks stocked, worked in bakery as packager and baker’s assistant.
Education
Technical Degrees - Welding/Maintenance & Fabrication, Advanced Welding
12.2016
President's Honors
No Degree - Automotive Mechanics
12.2003
not Credited
GED -
07.2001
Skills
- Twenty years forklift driving with certificate or license from employer and OSHA train the trainer in 2018
- About 15 years automotive experience with 2 years technical training
- Ability to diagnose AC/DC electrical issue on power sources up to 480, both delta and grounded b
- Ten years Metal Fab experience including CNC Brake Presses, Punch Presses, Plasma Torch Burn tables
- Six years MIG welding on steel between 18 gauge and 1” some thicker and One year Aluminum Mig
- MSSC Workplace Safety certificate
- First Aid, CPR and AED through Moraine Park Tech College
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
Timeline
Maintenance Technician III - Krier Beverage
01.2025 - 09.2025
Senior Plant Maintenance - Eden Pet Products
11.2018 - 01.2025
Duel Shield Welder / Fabricator - Precision Canopy LLC
03.2018 - 11.2018
Welder MIG Aluminum - Mity Lite
02.2017 - 03.2018
Temp Welder at Mity Lite - Nexeo Staffing
11.2016 - 02.2017
Welder and Material Handler - Knotts & Co. Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2016
Welder and Metal fabricator - United Alloy Inc.
06.2014 - 06.2016
Plumber - Skyline Homes
09.2013 - 10.2013
Welder - E.D. Etnyre Co. Ltd
09.2007 - 09.2013
Pet Department Manager - Wal-Mart
08.2002 - 09.2007
Seasonal - Swiss Colony
01.1999 - 01.2001
Gateway Technical College - Technical Degrees, Welding/Maintenance & Fabrication, Advanced Welding
Highland Community College - No Degree, Automotive Mechanics
Highland Community College - GED,