Jerry Downs
Cloverdale,IN
Summary
Adept Journeyman Machine Repairman with a proven track record at Allison Transmission, enhancing machine efficiency and reliability through expert refurbishment, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. Skilled in fabrication/welding and steamfitting, I excel in diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical issues, significantly reducing downtime. My collaborative approach ensures seamless team operations and continuous improvement in maintenance processes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Machine Repairman
Allison Transmission
Indianapolis, IN
03.2024 - Current
- Read and interpreted technical documents blueprints to disassemble and reassemble equipment for repairs and component replacements.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Replaced broken or worn parts and adjusted settings to optimize performance.
- Maintained detailed records of all work performed on each machine.
- Engaged in troubleshooting of machinery malfunctions through use of testing instruments and observation of defective equipment, listening and visually analyzing for sources of problems.
- Diagnosed and repaired machine malfunctions and problems to minimize downtime.
- Disassembled machinery to remove parts and make repairs.
Machine Repair Technician
Bull Moose
Elkhart, IN
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Preform repairs on formes rolls
- Scarfing machine and welders
- Perform preventive maintenance on tube forming lines
- Fabrication
Machine Repair Technician
Mayco International
Hartford City, IN
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintain, repair and troubleshoot presses and IC Robots
- Repair hydraulics, conveyors and loading docks
- Preform preventive maintenance on production equipment
- Fabrication
Steamfitter
State of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
- Responsible for the installation and upkeep of regenerative steam systems
- Installed and repaired high/low pressure steam lines, valves, PRV valves and traps
- Rebuilt pneumatic, mechanical and digital steam fed water heaters
- Replaced water lines, drain lines, and refurbished mechanical rooms
Journeyman Machine Repairman
Dana Corperation
Marion, IN
- Repaired and maintained: lathes, grinders, mills, broaches and CNC equipment
- Rebuilt and refurbished CNC grinders, Warner Swayze lathes and mills
- Experience with scraping and flaking bed ways, gibes and bearings, hydraulic and pneumatic components
- Replaced ball screws and drive motors in CNC equipment
- Preformed preventive maintenance on production equipment. Including: oiler duties and replacement of drive belts, chains hydraulic hoses and pneumatic lines
Education
Physical Plant Apprenticeship
US Department of Labor
01-2017
Bachelor of Science -
Oakland City University
01-2010
Machine Repair Apprenticeship
US Department of Labor
01-1996
Plumbing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN01-1994
Associate of Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN01-1994
Skills
Maintenance
Machine Refurbishing
Troubleshooting
Modify / Repair Machine Components
Fabrication / Welding
Steamfitter
Preventive Maintenance
Plumbing
Certification
- Journeyman Card
Timeline
Journeyman Machine Repairman
Allison Transmission
03.2024 - Current
Machine Repair Technician
Bull Moose
01.2024 - 03.2024
Machine Repair Technician
Mayco International
08.2023 - 01.2024
Steamfitter
State of Indiana
Journeyman Machine Repairman
Dana Corperation
Physical Plant Apprenticeship
US Department of Labor
Bachelor of Science -
Oakland City University
Machine Repair Apprenticeship
US Department of Labor
Plumbing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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