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James Sawyers

Ellwood City,PA

Summary

Accomplished Maintenance professional with a proven track record at Ben Weitsman of New Castle, enhancing equipment efficiency and reducing downtime through expert maintenance and repairs. Skilled in welding, heavy equipment repair, and fostering cost-efficiency. Demonstrated ability to improve machinery functionality and performance, ensuring operational excellence with keen attention to detail and problem-solving.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance

Ben Weitsmans of New Castle
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Streamlined maintenance processes for increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Tracked and monitored vehicle performance and maintenance.
  • Performed operation maintenance and repair of equipment.
  • Performed scheduled and planned installation and maintenance duties.
  • Enhanced equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance and repairs.
  • Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.

Field Service Mechanic

Wilco
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Maximized equipment performance by conducting regular inspections, identifying any potential areas of concern before they became critical issues.
  • Maintained truck inventory and requested new supplies.
  • Coordinated effectively with suppliers to source necessary parts at competitive prices, maintaining optimal cost-efficiency in operations.
  • Streamlined work order management by accurately logging service requests, ensuring prompt resolution of client concerns.

Mechanic

Ben Weitsman of New Castle
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.

Mechanic

Youngstown U-Pull It
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.

Education

Certificate - Mechanic

Sennebogen School
North Carolina
04.2023

Skills

  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Brake systems
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Welding and fabrication

Timeline

Maintenance

Ben Weitsmans of New Castle
10.2023 - 10.2024

Field Service Mechanic

Wilco
02.2023 - 10.2023

Mechanic

Ben Weitsman of New Castle
01.2021 - 02.2023

Mechanic

Youngstown U-Pull It
01.2020 - 01.2021

Certificate - Mechanic

Sennebogen School
James Sawyers