JONATHAN EMERICH
Frackville,PA
Summary
Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 15 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembler
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
Delano, PA
03.2025 - Current
- Assembled components accurately to meet production schedules.
- Operated hand tools and machinery effectively to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes and reduce downtime.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations to promote safety and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that increased overall assembly speed.
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
Maintenance Mechanic/Fabrication Welder
Paynes
Frackville, PA
05.2011 - 11.2023
- Diagnosed mechanical failures using precision tools and equipment, facilitating timely repairs.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repairs to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, improving workflow efficiency.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive maintenance logs for tracking equipment performance.
- Led initiatives to enhance machine reliability through regular assessments and improvements.
- Managed inventory of spare parts, ensuring availability for timely repairs and maintenance activities.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced workplace incidents during maintenance operations.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Expedited emergency repair situations, minimizing production delays due to unforeseen breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and diagnosing complex mechanical issues for efficient resolution.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Improved equipment uptime by performing routine maintenance and timely repairs on machinery.
- Developed strong relationships with operators to better understand their needs and provide tailored maintenance support for improved job satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough root cause analysis on recurring issues, implementing long-term solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining clean work environments and implementing organization strategies.
- Contributed to cost savings, sourcing high-quality replacement parts at competitive prices from reliable suppliers.
- Coordinated with external vendors for specialized repair services when necessary, reducing costs associated with prolonged downtimes.
- 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.
- Enhanced machine longevity, conducting detailed inspections and necessary repairs.
Paving Equipment Operator
Ron Troy Paving
Frackville, PA
05.2018 - 01.2023
- Fill tanks, hoppers, or machines with paving materials.
- Control paving machines to push dump trucks and maintain a constant flow of asphalt or other materials into hoppers or screeds.
- Observe the distribution of paving material to adjust machine settings or material flow, and indicate low spots for workers to add material.
- Coordinate truck dumping.
- Drive machines onto truck trailers and trucks to transport machines and materials to and from job sites.
- Inspect, clean, maintain, and repair equipment, using mechanics' hand tools, or report malfunctions to supervisors.
- Set up and tear down equipment.
- Operate machines to spread, smooth, level, or steel-reinforce stone, concrete, or asphalt on road beds.
- Light burners or start heating units of machines, and regulate screed temperatures and asphalt flow rates.
- Control traffic.
- Shovel blacktop.
- Operate tamping machines or manually roll surfaces to compact earth fills, foundation forms, and finished road materials, according to grade specifications.
- Operate oil distributors, loaders, chip spreaders, dump trucks, and snow plows.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime during projects.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate efficient asphalt paving processes.
Mechanic
Sears
Frackville, PA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings to make necessary repairs.
- Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
- Estimate costs of vehicle repair.
- Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements.
- Align vehicles' front ends.
- Align wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering mechanisms of automobiles, using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies, such as power, steering, and linkages.
Propane Servicer
Micron Oil Co.
Frackville, PA
06.2008 - 10.2010
- Installing and fine-tuning propane appliances and equipment
- Setting tanks and running lines
- Performing out-of-gas safety checks
- Providing general maintenance on propane lines and equipment
- Moving heavy objects while installing tanks and equipment
- Operating a vehicle and crane safely
- Prioritizing tasks and working independently
- Adhering to safety policies, regulations, and company policies
Education
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) -
Laurel Highlands
01.2024
Skills
- Mechanical
- Carpentry
- Construction
- Customer Service
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Troubleshooting
- Hand and power tool use
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hydraulic systems
- MIG welding
- Gearbox maintenance
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Safety management
Timeline
Assembler
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
03.2025 - Current
Paving Equipment Operator
Ron Troy Paving
05.2018 - 01.2023
Maintenance Mechanic/Fabrication Welder
Paynes
05.2011 - 11.2023
Mechanic
Sears
01.2011 - 01.2012
Propane Servicer
Micron Oil Co.
06.2008 - 10.2010
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) -
Laurel Highlands