Jake Youngblutt
Salem,OR
Summary
Experienced maintenance and repair professional with a strong background in mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and small engine service. Known for reliable work, attention to detail, and fast problem solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Staff Member
Kilgore Auctioneers, LLC
Salem, Oregon
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted auctioneer with bidder registration and auction floor setup.
- Prepared auction items, tags, and display areas for live sales.
- Greeted bidders and answered questions about auction procedures and item listings.
- Monitored auction floor activity and relayed bidder signals to auctioneer.
- Operated sound systems during auctions to enhance audio quality.
- Monitored bidding activity during auctions to ensure a fair outcome for buyers and sellers.
- Gathered and sorted items for sale, organized at the auction site, and prepared written materials regarding items.
- Welcomed customers upon arrival at auction site. upon arrival and answered questions about the auction process.
- Verified information provided by consignors regarding items up for sale at each auction event.
- Provided customer service to bidders during the auction process.
- Assisted auctioneer in setting up auction space and equipment.
- Organized and labeled items for sale at auctions.
- Supported Auctioneers in providing a positive experience for bidders throughout the entire sales process.
- Assisted in loading purchased items onto buyer's vehicles following completion of each auction event.
- Conducted research on items being sold at the auction.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
- Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
- Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering the store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.
- Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
- Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
- Recognize security risks to properly handle situations.
- Showcased products effectively to enhance visual marketing for advertising, artistic creation and display of goods.
- Coordinated item movement between storage, staging, and auction floors.
- Supported catalog checks, lot verification, and inventory updates.
- Facilitated inventory control by counting and organizing warehouse materials.
Maintenance Technician
Youngblood Nursery Inc. Rare Plants, Exceptional Service
Salem, Oregon
06.2021 - Current
- Maintained nursery irrigation systems for rare plants and specialty stock.
- Monitored heating, cooling, and ventilation systems across plant growing spaces.
- Repaired pumps, hoses, fittings, and basic electrical components.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain an operational baseline.
- Inspected greenhouses, shade houses, and growing areas for equipment issues.
- Documented maintenance requests and completed service checks for nursery facilities.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Removed blockages from clogged drains to maintain proper water flow, and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Followed safety procedures while supporting exceptional service standards in plant care.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Ensured proper functioning of the facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
- Worked closely with engineering team to develop innovative solutions for existing problems.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve the issue.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Installed equipment to improve energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
- Installed equipment to improve energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
Small Engine Mechanic
Self-employeed
Keizer, Oregon
06.2018 - Current
- Performed diagnostics and repairs on a variety of small engines, including lawn mowers, snow blowers, chainsaws and leaf blowers.
- Diagnosed small engine failures for a self-employed repair service.
- Repaired lawn mowers, chainsaws, trimmers, and generators
- Replaced spark plugs, belts, filters, and carburetors
- Inspected engines for wear, leaks, and damaged parts
- Cleaned components and adjusted ignition, fuel, and throttle systems
- Tested repaired equipment for safe startup and smooth operation
- Ordered parts and managed repair supplies for self-employed shop
- Updated customers on repair status and clarified service requirements to ensure satisfaction
- Performed regular preventative maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filter replacements.
- Disassembled engines to gain access to defective parts for removal or repair.
- Used chemicals and high-pressure water systems to clean engines and equipment after repairs.
- Installed new engines in place of old ones utilizing appropriate tools.
- Inspected parts for wear and damage using precision instruments.
- Ordered replacement parts based on diagnostic test results.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about maintenance needs for small engines.
- Followed safety protocols while performing repair work in the shop or at customer sites.
- Follow company and manufacturer guidelines for completing repairs.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date with industry standards.
- Utilized computer-based diagnostic software to troubleshoot issues with small engine components.
- Repaired electrical systems including wiring harnesses, ignition systems and switches.
- Kept the workshop and bench area tidy and clean.
- Recorded detailed work performed on machinery to support accurate invoicing and customer transparency.
- Fabricated new parts when necessary from metal stock or other materials.
- Replaced faulty or worn out components such as fuel lines, carburetors, pistons, rings, gaskets and spark plugs.
- Assisted other mechanics in more complex repairs when necessary.
- Adjusted engine speed and timing according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Educated customers on the proper operation and maintenance of their small engine products.
- Managed parts inventory, order tracking and repair documentation by keeping detailed and accurate records.
- Engaged with customers to assess and address specific maintenance or repair needs, thereby enhancing service experience.
- Kept tools clean, sharpened, maintained and put away after job tasks to keep shop in good working order.
- Used personal expertise and established troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to identify issues and develop repair plans for various equipment.
- Ground, reamed, and rebore parts to achieve precise tolerances for maximum performance.
- Read and utilized information from factory service manuals to complete work and test systems according to official procedures.
- Repaired a wide variety of small engine machinery by restoring transmissions, carburetors, differentials, fuel pumps, distributors, starters, valves and various systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
McNary High School
Salem06-2024
Skills
- Auction setup
- Inventory verification
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Small engine repair
- Parts procurement
Timeline
Support Staff Member
Kilgore Auctioneers, LLC
09.2021 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Youngblood Nursery Inc. Rare Plants, Exceptional Service
06.2021 - Current
Small Engine Mechanic
Self-employeed
06.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
McNary High School