Resourceful, motivated, dependable Maintenance Mechanic with a solid background in preventative maintenance repair, troubleshooting, and fabrication in commercial and industrial locations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Maintenance
Performed routine maintenance on equipment on as-needed basis.
Detected machine malfunctions and problem-solved accordingly.
Repaired, maintained and replaced parts in all types of equipment and environments.
Two Navy and Marine Corps Achievements (NAMS): For going above and beyond the call of duty.
Operator
Operated haul trucks, water trucks, sweeper truck, excavator, bulldozer and loader.
Also operated and maintained soil screening plants, and maintained them.
Enginemen/Diesel Engine and Auxiliary Systems Mechanic
Supervised operation, organization maintenance and repairs to all ships service power equipment.
Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on the following equipment: ships service diesel generators (SSDG), low pressure air systems, high pressure air systems, HVAC units, water distillation units/ portable water systems, galley equipment, hydraulic systems, and all other mechanical equipment aboard ships.
Effectively conducted pre-deployment certification on all equipment aboard ship with civilian contractors after all repairs.
Served as the small boat engineer/ tail gunner on ships RHIB boat while conducting ships force protection efforts, antiterrorism, drug smuggling efforts, and reconnaissance operations.
Was awarded one metal for exemplary service while conducting pre INSURV diesel inspections.
I was instrumental in effecting major repairs to #1 and #4 SSDG, and cleaning all SSDG's for board of inspection and survey material inspection.
Allowing for the ships to present a superior electrical plant.
Another award I was presented was for keeping the ship ready to get underway for operational noble eagle.
Trouble shoot and repair the fuel system on the ships only RHIB boat in a time of need.
Rebuilt the upper half of a high pressure air compressor.
Kept all damage control equipment maintained in a high level standard and exceptional training performance.
Farm Laborer and Equipment Operator
Effectively maintained and operated all farm related equipment.
Prepared ground for planting, preventing maintenance on tractors and all implements, and managed and maintained inventory at the farm market.
Lead Plant Mechanic
RE Pierson Materails
Bridgeport, NJ
02.2019 - Current
Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.
Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools, enhancing repair accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment failures, improving response times and workflow continuity.
Assisted in the installation of new machinery, following safety protocols and operational guidelines.
Trained junior mechanics on proper techniques for equipment operation and maintenance best practices.
Diagnosed mechanical issues in production equipment to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
Assisted in training new mechanics on safe practices and proper tool usage for effective operations.
Oversaw repair projects, coordinating resources to ensure timely completion of tasks within budget constraints.
Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
Maintained accurate records of work performed, parts used, and time spent on each project for effective tracking purposes.
Conducted thorough assessments of worn-out components to determine appropriate repair or replacement strategies that reduced operational costs in the long run.
Improved plant efficiency by conducting regular maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Managed inventory of spare parts, tools, and other essential materials necessary for efficient maintenance work.
Trained new team members on plant procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols, fostering a strong work culture among colleagues.
Enhanced plant safety, adhering to OSHA guidelines and company protocols during all tasks performed.
Served as a reliable resource for management by providing expert advice on mechanical issues affecting plant operations.
Industrial Shift Mechanic/ Millwright
Mannington Mills Inc.
Salem, NJ
01.2013 - Current
Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine and system malfunctions.
Coordinated contractors, architects and other project team members to deliver high quality within specified time frames.
Created standards, methods, processes and procedures for reviewing, evaluating and inspecting mechanical projects.
Conducted research to test and analyze equipment and system feasibility, design, operation and performance.
Integrated electro-mechanical components such as displays, switches, cables and connectors.
Conferred with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve systems malfunctions, and provide technical information.
Conferred with engineers to implement operating procedures and resolve systems malfunctions.
Coordinated tooling changeovers, setups and repairs.
Performed facility tool and system PMs according to manufacturing and internal specifications.
Maintained systems involving hazardous chemicals, gases and liquids.
Troubleshoot equipment problems using tools such as multi-meters and general hand tools.
Repaired and maintained various instruments and electronic fuel cell test equipment.
Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.
Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.
Precision cutting with power saws, hand shears and chipping knives.
Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sand calipers.
Monitored the fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion, and expansion of materials.
Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/ Millwright
Myers Maintenance Co
Clayton, NJ
12.2012 - 01.2013
Preformed Industrial Maintenance in various manufacturing plants.
Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Maintained and repaired equipment and facilities.
Troubleshoot, repaired and serviced hand tools, power tools and other machining equipment.
Lifted and moved items weighing over 100 pounds.
Cut, shaped, and bent metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures.
Cut, punched and threaded sheet metal using power saws, drill presses, hand and power shears, pan and bow brakes and cleat benders and rollers.
Operated drill presses, milling machines, rivet and hardware presses safely and correctly.
Interpreted blueprints, drawings, and written and verbal instructions to set up jobs.
Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.
Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
Precision cutting with power saws, hand shears and chipping knives.
Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sand caliper.
Installed fabricated metal components in the processing plant.
Set up operated stress relief oven adhering to welding procedure parameters.
Completed minor touch ups with MIG welders.
Responded to service calls quickly and professionally.
Repaired and maintained heavy-duty and construction machinery.
Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
Positioned and clamped work pieces together and properly assembled them in jigs and fixtures.
Inspected chains, hammers and other tools for damage or wear to prevent injuries and accidents.
Mechanic
M and J Catalano Farms
Salem, NJ
03.2008 - 12.2012
Properly maintained and operated all farm equipment.
Completed all preventive maintenance on tractors, sprayers, combines, planters, tillage equipment, grain handling systems, tractor trucks and trailers.
Supervised grain drying operations.
Maintained records.
Preformed ground work to prepare seed beds and planting.
Made small and major repairs to all equipment.
Maintained spray logs in accordance with EPA standards.
Heavy Equipment Operator
R and R Contractors
Woodbury, NJ
04.2007 - 03.2008
Operated bulldozers, pans, haul trucks, excavators and loaders.
Operated drainage pumps.
Performed heavy labor such as ditch digging, paving, and hauling.
Continually cleaned work areas and equipment.
Arranged and stored materials, machines, tools and equipment.
Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
Used a pick and shovel to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
Shaped and built roads using large construction equipment.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently at all times.
Set and read grade stakes to construct roads, parking lots, building pads, landfills and sediment ponds.
Facilities Mechanic
The Bank
Woodbury, NJ
04.2004 - 04.2007
Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.
Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools, enhancing repair accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment failures, improving response times and workflow continuity.
Assisted in the installation of new machinery, following safety protocols and operational guidelines.
Trained junior mechanics on proper techniques for equipment operation and maintenance best practices.
Diagnosed mechanical issues in production equipment to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
Assisted in training new mechanics on safe practices and proper tool usage for effective operations.
Oversaw repair projects, coordinating resources to ensure timely completion of tasks within budget constraints.
Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
Maintained accurate records of work performed, parts used, and time spent on each project for effective tracking purposes.
Conducted thorough assessments of worn-out components to determine appropriate repair or replacement strategies that reduced operational costs in the long run.
Improved plant efficiency by conducting regular maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Managed inventory of spare parts, tools, and other essential materials necessary for efficient maintenance work.
Trained new team members on plant procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols, fostering a strong work culture among colleagues.
Enhanced plant safety, adhering to OSHA guidelines and company protocols during all tasks performed.
Served as a reliable resource for management by providing expert advice on mechanical issues affecting plant operations.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Woodstown High School
Woodstown, NJ
01.1999
High School Diploma - Auto- Mechanics
Salem County Vo-Tech
Woodstown, NJ
01.1999
Skills
Reliable independent worker
Troubleshooting
Consistent work history
Strong Interpersonal skills
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Heavy Equipment Operator
Cutting, Grinding, Welder Fabricator
Auto/ Diesel Mechanic
Timeline
Lead Plant Mechanic
RE Pierson Materails
02.2019 - Current
Industrial Shift Mechanic/ Millwright
Mannington Mills Inc.
01.2013 - Current
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/ Millwright
Myers Maintenance Co
12.2012 - 01.2013
Mechanic
M and J Catalano Farms
03.2008 - 12.2012
Heavy Equipment Operator
R and R Contractors
04.2007 - 03.2008
Facilities Mechanic
The Bank
04.2004 - 04.2007
Equipment Maintenance
Operator
Enginemen/Diesel Engine and Auxiliary Systems Mechanic