James Huckaby
Trenton,SC
Summary
Knowledgeable Maintenance Technician offers many years of troubleshooting and repair experience with advanced technical knowledge. Dependable and service-driven with strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess many different types of repair needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician
Generac Power Systems
Trenton, SC
06.2021 - Current
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Conducted regular inspections of production lines to detect malfunctioning components or worn out parts that need replacement.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Repaired or replaced defective components of machinery and equipment.
- Operated cutting tools such as saws, lathes, milling machines, drill presses, to fabricate parts required during overhauls or repair work.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Performed scheduled preventative maintenance tasks on various production equipment.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Conducted troubleshooting operations on complex industrial machinery requiring advanced knowledge of electricity.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Provided technical support on various types of motor control circuits including VFDs.
Head Technician
Columbia Country Club
Blythewood, SC
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicles during road call situations.
- Leveraged diagnostic tools and equipment to identify vehicle issues.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Welded broken parts and structural members as required.
- Fabricated replacement parts when needed with a variety of tools.
- Assessed equipment to determine cause of issue or malfunction and identified appropriate repairs.
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
- Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
- Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
- Reviewed technical manuals in order to remain current with changing technology.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Tested repaired machines for proper operation before returning them to service.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with heavy equipment systems.
Equipment Technician
Reserve Club At Woodside
Aiken, SC
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Managed inventory levels for spare parts needed for repairs or replacements.
- Inspected and tested malfunctioning equipment to diagnose faults and malfunctions.
- Performed troubleshooting duties to determine cause of equipment failures.
- Used hand tools, power tools and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot problems with mechanical components.
- Maintained records of equipment repairs and monitored the performance of all machines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided input into purchasing decisions for new or replacement equipment.
- Welded broken parts and structural members as required.
- Fabricated replacement parts when needed with a variety of tools.
- Documented repair work performed on mobile equipment via electronic and written service reports.
- Read and interpreted standards, drawings and blueprints and pinpointed inspection needs for repair work.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
- Assisted technicians with complex repair tasks when needed.
- Adjusted, repaired and overhauled work on heavy equipment.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
- Inspected machines for safety issues prior to operation by operators.
- Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery.
- Performed gas electrical welding to repair heavy equipment in field.
Maintenance Crew Member
Pull-A-Part
Augusta, GA
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Used rulers and micrometers to inspect parts and determine dimension requirements.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies used for repairs and maintenance projects.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
Education
GED -
Strom Thurmond High School
Johnston, SC03-2014
Skills
- Welding Techniques
- HVAC Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Heat Exchangers
- Machine Repair
- Schematic Interpretation
- Industrial Automation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Conveyor Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Documentation
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Strength
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician
Generac Power Systems
06.2021 - Current
Head Technician
Columbia Country Club
04.2020 - 06.2021
Equipment Technician
Reserve Club At Woodside
03.2019 - 04.2020
Maintenance Crew Member
Pull-A-Part
03.2017 - 03.2019
GED -
Strom Thurmond High School