Jonathan Lass
Nebraska City,NE
Summary
Electromechanical technician with extensive experience in industrial maintenance, electrical controls, automation, and equipment troubleshooting. Strong safety record with long-term LOTO qualification and hands-on work around electrical systems, robotics, hydraulics, and high-speed production equipment. Over a decade of experience in industrial facilities performing rounds, inspections, and equipment condition monitoring. Brings a reliability-focused mindset, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to long-term growth at OPPD.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
AE&I Technician
Cargill
10.2025 - Current
- Modernize outdated control systems to safe 24-volt architectures and update electrical schematics.
- Engineer replacements for obsolete components and integrate modern hardware into legacy systems.
- Design and implement small automated solutions to improve production reliability.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting support for electrical, PLC, and drive faults on high-speed packaging, portioning, labeling, and robotic equipment.
- Support plant reliability through safe, methodical diagnostics and system upgrades.
Maintenance Technician
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing
07.2022 - 10.2025
- Performed breakdown troubleshooting on robotic systems, hydraulic sequential press lines, and laser cutting equipment.
- Diagnosed electrical, PLC, mechanical, and hydraulic faults under time-critical conditions.
- Installed and commissioned new equipment and upgrades per engineering drawings.
Production Welding Team Leader
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Repaired defective weldments and ensured assemblies met quality standards.
- Trained new hires and assigned positions to maximize line efficiency.
- Filled in across all stations to maintain production flow.
Production Welder
Advance Services (Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing)
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Performed MIG welding per drawings on structural components and gussets.
- Loaded fixtures, repaired defects, and completed welds inaccessible to automated arms.
Security Officer (Industrial Facilities)
Lincoln Guards Security
01.2012 - 04.2019
- Conducted rounds through industrial buildings, checking equipment conditions, temperatures, and system status.
- Identified maintenance issues during after-hours inspections and documented findings.
- Responded to alarms and ensured facility safety across multiple contract sites.
Education
A.S. - Electromechanical Technologies
Southeast Community College
Milford & Lincoln, NEA.S. - Integrated Technologies (Architectural Focus)
Southeast Community College
Milford & Lincoln, NE01-2025
College of Architecture
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
01-2018
Skills
- Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting
- PLC & Drive Fault Diagnostics
- Industrial Controls (24V systems, schematics, retrofits)
- Robotics, Hydraulics, Laser Systems
- Rounds, Inspections & Condition Monitoring
- Equipment Installation & Commissioning
- Welding, Fabrication & Blueprint Interpretation
- Safety-Focused: LOTO, Arc-Flash, Confined Space
- Forklift & Powered Industrial Truck Operation
Safety & Technical Training
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) — qualified at Cargill & Kawasaki
- Electrical Safety & Arc-Flash Awareness — internal training
- Confined Space & Hazard Recognition — industrial safety programs
- CPR/First Aid — Kawasaki in-house training
- Experienced operator of multiple forklift and lift-truck types
Timeline
AE&I Technician
Cargill
10.2025 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing
07.2022 - 10.2025
Production Welding Team Leader
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing
06.2020 - 08.2022
Production Welder
Advance Services (Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing)
04.2019 - 06.2020
Security Officer (Industrial Facilities)
Lincoln Guards Security
01.2012 - 04.2019
College of Architecture
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
A.S. - Electromechanical Technologies
Southeast Community College
A.S. - Integrated Technologies (Architectural Focus)
Southeast Community College