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Jared Tiedemann

Ashton

Summary

Proficient in maintaining smooth and efficient mechanical systems. Systematic professional with keen eye for details, strong focus on performance improvements and skill in root cause analysis. Accomplished in directing system improvements, maintaining budgets and improving performance with minimal impact on business operations. Talented in managing projects, leading teams and resolving routine and complex operational problems. Maintenance Mechanic - Electrical Mechanic - Handyman Reliable worker with strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Supervisor

Naes
10.2023 - Current
  • Improved team efficiency by streamlining communication and implementing effective task delegation strategies.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with enhanced staff training and regular performance evaluations.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Managed budgets and resources to ensure optimal allocation of funds, maximizing operational success.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure workplace, minimizing accidents and incidents.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining consistency across all locations.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers for timely delivery of products at competitive prices, optimizing inventory management.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, facilitating teamwork and collaboration towards shared goals.
  • Organized employee schedules to meet operational demands while balancing individual needs for work-life balance.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing effective preventive maintenance programs and managing work orders efficiently.
  • Reduced downtime for essential machinery by promptly addressing repair needs and coordinating with technicians.
  • Optimized maintenance schedules for better resource allocation, ensuring timely completion of tasks without compromising on quality.
  • Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions, workshops, and mentoring initiatives for skill development.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments before undertaking any significant maintenance project, taking appropriate measures to mitigate potential hazards where necessary.
  • Supervised 7 employees and scheduled shifts.

Maintenance Technician

Wells Enterprises Inc.
03.2021 - Current
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Studied system requirements to order components and parts and perform acceptance tests.
  • Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs effectively, improving overall employee satisfaction.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Maintained equipment by troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
  • Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
  • Maintained, utilized, tracked and reported inventory of various products, tools and equipment.
  • Tested electrical continuity and electrical wiring by using Fluke Meter and Mag.
  • Prepared and presented detailed reports to upper management in addition to keeping detailed records of equipment, work orders and system upgrades.
  • Maintained high standards of efficiency and safety during analysis and troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to reduce downtime.
  • Assembled machines for equipment repairs.
  • Inspected structures, machinery, and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
  • Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
  • Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
  • Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season.
  • Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventative maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs.
  • Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.
  • Scheduled regular machine maintenance.

Maintenance Technician

Ag Processing Inc
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
  • Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
  • Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance activities and retained copy of equipment programs as backups.
  • Prepared building components and systems for trades units and contractors and disassembled and installed equipment and fixtures.
  • Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
  • Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
  • Leveraged hand tools and measuring devices to assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
  • Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
  • Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
  • Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
  • Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Inspected fire extinguisher equipment on state-mandated schedule.
  • Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Maintained equipment by troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
  • Determined new technique to streamline maintenance processes to increase workflow.
  • Studied system requirements to order components and parts and perform acceptance tests.

Maintenance Supervisor

Mills Creek Machining
08.2020 - 11.2020
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to reduce downtime.
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
  • Supervised 2 employees, including scheduling, training and performance monitoring.
  • Coordinated daily workflow through task prioritization and concise scheduling.
  • Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.
  • Performed installation, alignment and balancing of equipment.
  • Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
  • Conducted training, licensing and vehicle inspections for new employees.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment, minimizing downtime.
  • Managed maintenance activities, including supervising staff and inspecting equipment.
  • Monitored systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
  • Verified proper analysis and troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic, plc and pneumatic systems, maintaining top levels of efficiency and safety.

Mechanical Technician

Wells Blue Bunny
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction
  • Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components
  • Conducted inspections and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs
  • Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports
  • Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance approaches
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnostic and repair of Gram equipment
  • Collaborated with manufactures, vendors and clients to resolve design issues
  • Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools
  • Welded metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding diagram, or work order
  • Performed basic machine set up
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
  • Safe and efficient operation of electrical and air machinery
  • Informed supervisors when machines needed major service
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
  • Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment
  • Picked orders from inventory locations
  • Met production goals by maintaining cost effective levels of spare parts inventory
  • Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished work pieces
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
  • Maintained positive relationships with all customers
  • Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
  • Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
  • Used schematic diagrams to plan work
  • Read work orders to prepare for machine setup
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine
  • Collaborated with Process Controls to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization operations
  • Accurately read blueprints to install motors and pump materials effectively
  • Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
  • Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery
  • Accurately completed service reports and warranty forms
  • Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in neat and orderly condition
  • Used hand tools to change worn cutting tools
  • Developed and executed layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms and city regulations
  • Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications

Mechanical Technician

Ag Processing Inc.
06.2012 - 03.2019
  • Reviewed and disassembled control valves prior to completing skilled repairs
  • Maintained professional working environment and enhanced productivity by keeping all areas neat and organized
  • Identified problems with valves and used appropriate troubleshooting techniques to locate and resolve concerns
  • Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment
  • Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnostic and repair of processing equipment
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues
  • Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
  • Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
  • Conducted inspections and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs
  • Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
  • Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance approaches
  • Recommended design modifications to eliminate down time on machine and system malfunctions
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues
  • Unpacked and assembled all new merchandise using variety of power tools
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
  • Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in neat and orderly condition
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction
  • Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished work pieces
  • Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports
  • Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
  • Maintained positive relationships with all customers
  • Developed and executed layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms and city regulations
  • Used schematic diagrams to plan work
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
  • Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools
  • Safe and efficient operation of mechanical machinery
  • Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety
  • Performed basic machine set up
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
  • Prepared and installed exchangers and vessels
  • Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery
  • Performed research to develop equipment specifications for system performance parameters
  • Welded metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding diagram, or work order

Pipe Foreman

Underground NRG
05.2007 - 06.2012
  • Liaised between field engineers and trade workers to ensure construction projects complied with drawings and specifications
  • Reviewed and approved employee time reporting
  • Analyzed job cost reports ensuring that productions were within budget
  • Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of drainage pipes
  • Utilized heavy equipment to excavate, install and backfill drainage pipes
  • Assembled and secured pipes, tubes, fittings and related equipment according to project specifications
  • Inspected and testing pipe systems through Nitrogen and hydro testing to verify safety and reliability
  • Used welding tools, including welder and torch to assemble and secure pipes, tubes and fittings
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws and burning torches to perform stopple jobs and other various work on pipes
  • Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes
  • Used taps and dyes to cut and thread pipes to specifications
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required
  • Thoroughly inspected pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures
  • Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris with Dozer and excavator equipment
  • Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine
  • Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment
  • Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
  • Developed and executed layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms and city regulations
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction
  • Accurately read blueprints to install pipe and concrete materials effectively
  • Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects
  • Reviewed plans from architects and consulted with clients to gain deeper understanding of project plans, constraints and objectives
  • Aided crews in joining, wrapping and sealing sections of pipe
  • Safe and efficient operation of high pressure gas lines
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget and schedule
  • Maintained documentation for areas such as orders, activities, schedules and employee performance
  • Applied chemical solutions and used polishing machines to clean all installation surfaces, equipment, tools, work sites and storage areas
  • Safely operated mowers, chain saws, and heavy equipment
  • Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished work pieces
  • Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
  • Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery
  • Maintained positive relationships with all customers
  • Assessed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations
  • Applied caulk, sealants and other agents to installed surfaces
  • Operated equipment such as dozer and excavators, side booms and skid loaders
  • Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
  • Removed damaged tile, brick and mortar
  • Coordinated and monitored vendor maintenance for large repairs
  • Managed team of 8-20 personnel focused on providing expert detailing to ensure pipe was safe and prepped for installation
  • Requisitioned new supplies and equipment
  • Trained with company experts to weld intricate parts
  • Conducted hydrostatic water testing
  • Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in neat and orderly condition
  • Welded metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding diagram, or work order
  • Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris
  • Provided outstanding customer service
  • Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
  • Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications
  • Used schematic diagrams to plan work
  • Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
  • Examined pipelines using a pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, nitrogen and other methods
  • Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading
  • Studied project specifications to plan the sequence and schedule for pipe installations

Education

High School Diploma -

Sheldon High School
Sheldon, IA
1999

Skills

  • Product improvement
  • Strong team player
  • Driving commercial vehicles
  • Basic computer skills
  • MIG experience
  • Brazing experience
  • Wire knowledge
  • Current medical card
  • Hand/power tools
  • Equipment problem resolution
  • Strong mechanical skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Good multitasker
  • Fire sprinkler system testing/repair
  • Plumbing
  • Supervisory experience
  • Troubleshooting expert

Timeline

Area Supervisor

Naes
10.2023 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Wells Enterprises Inc.
03.2021 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Ag Processing Inc
10.2020 - 03.2021

Maintenance Supervisor

Mills Creek Machining
08.2020 - 11.2020

Mechanical Technician

Wells Blue Bunny
03.2019 - 09.2020

Mechanical Technician

Ag Processing Inc.
06.2012 - 03.2019

Pipe Foreman

Underground NRG
05.2007 - 06.2012

High School Diploma -

Sheldon High School
Jared Tiedemann