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Howard Dawdy

Sherman,TX

Summary

Accomplished Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Kaiser Aluminum, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Specialized in preventive maintenance, ensuring equipment reliability and minimizing downtime by over 30%. Expert in using hand and power tools, with a keen focus on safety and efficiency. Demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Kaiser Aluminum
09.1993 - 06.2024
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.

Painter

Plyler Construction
08.1988 - 09.1993

prepped and painted structural steel, frames,chutes,handrails etc in a shop environment. Supervised helpers. Loaded trucks.

  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.

Roughneck

Parker Drilling Company
06.1982 - 06.1986

Floors, motors ,derricks.

Education

No Degree -

UT El Paso

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Problem solving ability
  • Building Maintenance
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Hand and power tools
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Parts Replacement
  • Equipment Installation
  • Equipment Repair
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Blueprint and schematic understanding
  • Electrical Panels
  • Machine lubrication
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Motor Controls
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Control Circuits
  • Mechanical Aptitude

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Kaiser Aluminum
09.1993 - 06.2024

Painter

Plyler Construction
08.1988 - 09.1993

Roughneck

Parker Drilling Company
06.1982 - 06.1986

No Degree -

UT El Paso
Howard Dawdy