Joshua Burd
Battle Creek,MI
Summary
Hardworking Maintenance bringing 10+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures. Organized Technician with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Target
Galesburg, MI
09.2017 - Current
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Streamlined workflow by optimizing equipment layout and arrangement in the facility.
- Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
Service Technician
Rosler Metal Finishing
Battle Creek, MI
01.2013 - 09.2017
- Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
- Provided on-call support outside of normal business hours, ensuring uninterrupted service for clients experiencing emergencies or critical failures.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls and customer interactions for training and accountability purposes.
- Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient service for various technical issues.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
Forklift Operator
R&L Carriers
Battle Creek, MI
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Maximized accuracy in order preparation through thorough verification against packing slips before loading onto transport vehicles.
Education
No Degree - Industrial Management
RMTC
Battle Creek, MIHigh School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central High School
Battle Creek, MI06.2009
Skills
- Problem solving ability
- Documentation
- Safety awareness
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Decision-Making
- Organized nature
- Safety Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Safety Monitoring and Compliance
- Building Maintenance
Accomplishments
- Increased team productivity by training and mentoring new employees.
- Repeatedly commended for working in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Target
09.2017 - Current
Service Technician
Rosler Metal Finishing
01.2013 - 09.2017
Forklift Operator
R&L Carriers
01.2011 - 01.2013
No Degree - Industrial Management
RMTC
High School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central High School