James Weikart
Warsaw,IN
Summary
Dedicated Maintenance Technician with 15+ years of experience in preventive maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and mechanical repair across industrial and wastewater systems. Expertise in equipment inspection, emergency repairs, and maintaining operational efficiency. Committed to safety protocols and effective communication with plant personnel to ensure reliable equipment performance.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
City of Warsaw- Waste Water Management
Warsaw , IN
04.2026 - Current
- Inspected wastewater treatment equipment for leaks, wear, and safety risks at city facilities.
- Completed routine maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, and screens within wastewater systems.
- Cleaned clarifiers, basins, and lift stations to support wastewater operations.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical problems on treatment equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Recorded maintenance work, repairs, and service checks for City of Warsaw wastewater logs.
- Followed safety procedures while handling tools, chemicals, and confined space tasks.
- Replaced damaged parts on pipes, pumps, and control equipment throughout wastewater plant areas.
- Supported plant staff with equipment checks and housekeeping to maintain operational readiness.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Inspected grounds for safety hazards and maintenance needs at city facilities. and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Assessed ongoing needs with building managers to plan and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
Building Maintenance Worker
Zimmer Biomet
Warsaw , IN
02.2020 - 02.2026
- Performed preventive maintenance on Zimmer Biomet facility equipment and building systems.
- Responded to work orders for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations related to malfunctioning equipment or safety hazards.
- Inspected the interior and exterior of buildings for any signs of damage or needed repair.
- Inspected safety devices and corrected hazards across production and office areas.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs to ensure building systems are operating at peak efficiency.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged toilets and leaking faucets.
- Repaired doors, fixtures, shelving, and structural surfaces throughout campus buildings.
- Assisted in the installation, repair, and replacement of various components such as doors, windows, locks, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring, wall coverings and flooring.
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Painted interior walls using appropriate paints to maintain a neat appearance.
- Replaced damaged ceiling tiles with new ones while ensuring that they matched existing tiles in terms of color pattern.
- Diagnosed problems related to electrical circuits and replaced faulty switches and outlets.
- Tested smoke detectors regularly and replaced batteries when necessary as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Documented maintenance activities using Zimmer Biomet work order tracking procedures.
- Followed GMP and safety standards during maintenance tasks and facility support.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Identified potential areas where improvements can be made in order to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
- Assisted with installing insulation in walls and ceilings for energy conservation purposes.
- Installed drywall panels on walls or ceilings to create partitions or enclosures.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Adjusted control instruments to ensure proper functionality using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Ordered necessary parts and supplies to maintain operational efficiency from catalogs or suppliers.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
Building Maintenance Worker
Emcor
Warsaw , IN
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Performed preventive maintenance on Zimmer Biomet facility equipment and building systems.
- Responded to work orders for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs.
- Inspected the interior and exterior of buildings for any signs of damage or needed repair.
- Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged toilets and leaking faucets.
- Repaired doors, fixtures, shelving, and structural surfaces throughout campus buildings.
- Assisted in the installation, repair, and replacement of various components such as doors, windows, locks, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring, wall coverings and flooring.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs to ensure building systems are operating at peak efficiency.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations related to malfunctioning equipment or safety hazards.
- Inspected safety devices and corrected hazards across production and office areas.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
- Replaced damaged ceiling tiles with new ones while ensuring that they matched existing tiles in terms of color pattern.
- Diagnosed problems related to electrical circuits and replaced faulty switches and outlets.
- Replaced HVAC filters to maintain optimal air quality and system efficiency. and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Installed drywall panels on walls or ceilings to create partitions or enclosures.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Documented maintenance activities using Zimmer Biomet work order tracking procedures.
- Followed GMP and safety standards during maintenance tasks and facility support.
Maintenance Technician
RMP
Columbia City, Indiana
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Performed preventive maintenance on facilities, poly extrusion, mold press, air compressors,hydraulic pumps, lighting, plumbing,welding and fabrication.
Maintenance Technician
Applied Thermal Technologies
Warsaw , IN
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
Industrial Electrician Apprentice
D and D Electric
Etna Green, Indiana
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Assisted D and D Electric electricians with industrial wiring installation and repair tasks.
- Pulled conduit, cable, and wire for D and D Electric project sites, facilitating efficient electrical installations.
- Tested circuits using multimeters and voltage testers on D and D Electric jobs.
- Installed outlets, switches, panels, and lighting under journeyman supervision.
- Followed lockout tagout procedures during equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Communicated with supervisors and tradespeople to support safe job site operations.
- Ensured that all work was completed according to safety regulations and codes.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in wiring, fixtures, motors, and switches, ensuring timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Assembled control panels using various materials such as conduit tubing, switches and relays.
- Collaborated with colleagues from different departments on projects related to new construction sites.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components for new or existing installations.
- Performed preventive maintenance on all electrical systems to ensure safety compliance.
- Worked with a variety of hand tools such as wire strippers and crimpers.
- Installed, tested and maintained industrial electrical systems and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to successfully complete electrical projects.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, enhancing safety and compliance with regulations.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Followed instructions from senior electrical professionals to complete tasks.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Fabricated parts according to specifications using hand and power tools.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Berry Plastic Corporation
Goshen , IN
02.2005 - 08.2015
- Maintained Berry Plastic molding and extrusion equipment during daily production shifts.
- Inspected motors, pumps, conveyors, and pneumatic systems for safe operation.
- Repaired mechanical failures on packaging and production machinery.
- Replaced worn parts using hand tools and maintenance equipment.
- Calibrated sensors, switches, and control devices on plant machinery.
- Completed preventive maintenance tasks across Berry Plastic manufacturing lines.
- Documented repairs, inspections, and work orders in maintenance logs.
- Coordinated with operators and supervisors to restore equipment service.
- Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
- Inspected moving parts for wear or damage on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
- Dismantled defective machines and reassembled them after repairs were made.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting problems related to industrial equipment.
- Calibrated mechanical systems to ensure optimal functioning.
- Assisted in installation of new production lines according to blueprints and diagrams.
- Monitored machine operation and verified performance met production requirements.
- Corrected hydraulic system malfunctions by adjusting pressure settings and flow rates.
- Installed new production machines in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Adhered to safety, health and environmental rules and regulations to avoid workplace injury and machine productivity.
- Operated hoists and tools to safely handle and move parts and equipment.
- Conducted tests on repaired machines to ensure proper operation before returning them to service.
- Mastered industry tools to adjust mechanical equipment, improving functionality and reducing downtime.
- Operated hand tools to repair or replace defective parts.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment and systems.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northside High School
Fort Wayne, IN05-1986
Skills
- Wastewater systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- HVAC maintenance
- Plumbing repairs
- Equipment inspection
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Certification
- CDL License
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
City of Warsaw- Waste Water Management
04.2026 - Current
Building Maintenance Worker
Zimmer Biomet
02.2020 - 02.2026
Building Maintenance Worker
Emcor
07.2019 - 02.2020
Maintenance Technician
Applied Thermal Technologies
10.2018 - 07.2019
Maintenance Technician
RMP
03.2018 - 10.2019
Industrial Electrician Apprentice
D and D Electric
09.2015 - 12.2016
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Berry Plastic Corporation
02.2005 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Northside High School