Harry Vanhuss
Powell,TN
Summary
Skilled in maintenance and repair with background in efficiently resolving issues ranging from minor repairs to complex system faults. Possess advanced knowledge of various tools, equipment, and techniques relevant to job success. Strengths include problem-solving, time management, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet operational goals. Contributed to enhancing facility safety and reducing downtime through proactive maintenance strategies and quick response to emergency repair needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Tindell's building materials
Karns , TN
02.2021 - Current
- PLC troubleshooting, Quick learner including, Cat5 wire, camera installation VFD modules rewiring. Electrical knowledge in troubleshooting 24-480 volt circuits, ability to read schematics, heavy equipment, saw blades, air compressor services, air lines, piping, fork truck certified, finish presses, Air driven flip tables, IT knowledge including IP addresses and network cable installations.
- Boom lift and scissor lift operations. Install and troubleshoot conveyor systems.
- MIG and Stick welding,
- control valves, gear boxes, and motors.
- Preformed building maintenance. Including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
- Followed grease and lubrication logs.
- Motors and drives.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
Receiving Coordinator
Techmer PM
Clinton, TN
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Scheduled deliveries through the trucking lines. Unloaded trucks and scanned in material, VMI, also allocations, and extrusion operations. Fill in supervisor for 7 years of my 12 years there.
- Loaded trucks and scanned inventory. Forklift operations, scan gun also.
- Some mixing of chemicals through the mixers, keeping hoppers full until cleanup.
Skills
- Building Maintenance
- Project Management
- Tool management
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Parts Replacement
- Equipment Installation
- Supply Management
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Documentation
- Equipment Repair
- Groundskeeping
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Drywall Repair
- System installations
- HVAC Systems
- Power and hand tool use
- Roof maintenance
- Conveyor Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Repair
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Machine lubrication
- Hydraulic systems
- Air Compressors
- Mechanical expertise
- Troubleshooting skills
- Facility Management
- Maintaining components
- Hand and power tools
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Troubleshooting strength
- PLC troubleshooting
- Welding techniques
- Equipment inspection
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Emergency response
- Pneumatic systems
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Conveyor systems
- Industrial equipment
- Proficient in [software]
- Electrical panels
- Air compressors
- Maintenance scheduling
- Plumbing repairs
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Power tools proficiency
- Problem-solving
- Drywalling
- Cut and thread black iron pipe
Affiliations
- I have 6 kids and an amazing wife of 11 years.
- I'm a sports dad
- Fishing, Hunting, Riding ATV's with family.
Accomplishments
- N/A
Certification
- N/A
Languages
English
Full Professional
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Tindell's building materials
02.2021 - Current
Receiving Coordinator
Techmer PM
01.2010 - 01.2021