John Prichard
Chowchilla
Summary
Reliable individual possesses a strong knowledge of hand tools, power tools and other equipment required to complete preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair tasks. Proven track record of providing excellent service and completing jobs with a high level of accuracy. Committed to following safety regulations, adhering to deadlines and working hard to achieve customer satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
Darling Ingredients Inc
Turlock, CA
01.2024 - 05.2026
- Led troubleshooting efforts for mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Supervised daily maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment performance and safety compliance.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
Maintenance Mechanic
Jain Farm Fresh
Merced CA
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in production machinery to ensure operational continuity.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, enhancing reliability and performance efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime and extending lifespan.
- Trained junior mechanics on repair techniques and safety protocols, fostering skill development within the team.
- Collaborated with production teams to address mechanical failures swiftly, minimizing impact on output levels.
- Developed troubleshooting guides for complex equipment issues, improving response times and resolution accuracy.
- Led initiatives to optimize maintenance processes, resulting in streamlined workflows and resource allocation.
- Coordinated with vendors for parts procurement, ensuring timely availability of critical components for repairs.
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC A
Foster Farms
Delhi, CALIFORNIA
02.2019 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, and belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and doing other preventive maintenance actions.
- Delivered support through troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing equipment, and electrical.
- Used hand tools, power tools and man-lifts at variety of heights to cover equipment needs.
- Proficient in welding of mig, stick, and tig machines, also in machining tools and parts
- Adjusted devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels and straightedges.
- Recorded and completed maintenance reports and service records.
- Fostered safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
- Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results.
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC ELECTRICIAN
Jain Irrigation
Fresno, CALIFORNIA
10.2013 - 02.2019
- Troubleshot minor problems and reported larger technical issues.
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Performed general maintenance and repair.
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
LEAD MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Integrated Grain And Milling
Fresno, CALIFORNIA
08.2007 - 10.2013
- Delivered support through troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing equipment.
- Adjusted devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels and straightedges.
- Reported unsafe conditions or defective equipment to facilitate immediate intervention.
- Recorded and completed maintenance reports and service records.
- Used hand tools, power tools and man-lifts at variety of heights to cover equipment needs.
- Conserved maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies to accomplish job results.
- Fostered safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, and belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and doing other preventive maintenance actions.
- Provided mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests, and completing feedback documentation.
- Inspected, operated and test machinery and equipment diagnosed machine malfunctions.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Dismantled machines, equipment and devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools and power tools.
- Assembled, installed and repaired wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery and equipment.
MILLWRIGHT
P&F Metals
Turlock, CALIFORNIA
07.2005 - 08.2007
- Performed machining, welding and fabrication to maintain systems.
- Recognized and responded to hazardous materials spills to maintain safety.
- Used prints, schematics and program documentation as aids to complete assigned tasks.
- Aligned machines and equipment using hoists, jacks and optical alignment equipment.
- Dismantled and moved machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies and trucks.
- Planned and implemented projects by performing design, layout and maintenance duties.
- Developed sketches or drawings to coordinate proposed modifications.
- Dismantled machinery and equipment for shipment to installation site, performed installation and maintenance work as part of team.
- Welded, repaired and fabricated equipment or machinery.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate, and align unit to centerline.
- Assembled machines and fastened to foundations.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Turlock High School
Turlock, CALIFORNIA06-1997
Skills
- Knowledgeable in electrical voltages from 480VAC to 12VDC
- Work well with others as well as being able to handle working alone
- Ability to communicate well with machine operators and line workers to determine issue with safety and or production equipment as well as relaying info to managers and supervisors
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Skilled in Mig, Stick, and Tig welding
- Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts and crane trucks safely
- Safety Management
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Gearbox maintenance
- Safety protocol
- Routine adjustment
- Power transmission
- Lubrication techniques
- Work order processing
- Mechanical aptitude
- Parts adjustment
- Safety cautious
- Machine installation
- Mechanical testing and troubleshooting
- Preventative maintenance
- Hand and power tool operation
- Willing to learn
- Critical thinking
- Safety procedures
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
Darling Ingredients Inc
01.2024 - 05.2026
Maintenance Mechanic
Jain Farm Fresh
02.2023 - 01.2024
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC A
Foster Farms
02.2019 - Current
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC ELECTRICIAN
Jain Irrigation
10.2013 - 02.2019
LEAD MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Integrated Grain And Milling
08.2007 - 10.2013
MILLWRIGHT
P&F Metals
07.2005 - 08.2007
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Turlock High School