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Kale Donaldson

Bremen,Alabama

Summary

Dynamic Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Altec Industries, excelling in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Recognized for enhancing equipment reliability and training new staff on safety protocols. A service-oriented professional committed to continuous learning and effective communication, ensuring optimal operational efficiency and safety compliance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Altec Industries
03.2019 - 07.2025
  • Operated hand and power tools to conduct repairs efficiently.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and executed preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Followed specifications for machine replacement, repair, and maintenance procedures.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists for building equipment maintenance.
  • Trained new employees on safe tool and machinery usage and protocols.
  • Liaised with vendors for timely delivery of essential repair parts.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for all CNC machines, minimizing downtime.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to maintain optimal working condition.

Aluminum Welder

Altec Industries
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • Applied expertise in gasses and filler materials for various alloys.
  • Ensured workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and using protective gear.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects on schedule while meeting high standards.
  • Set precise parameters for fixturing and welding operations.
  • Increased production efficiency through effective time management and task prioritization.
  • Established credibility as a reliable aluminum welder by consistently exceeding client expectations.
  • Demonstrated versatility by proficiently using diverse welding equipment for multiple applications.
  • Maintained a clean work area to support efficient workflows and comply with health regulations.

Production MIG Welder

Polaris Industries
06.2015 - 02.2018
  • Fabricated shop parts from blueprints to ensure specification compliance.
  • Inspected welds and verified measurements to uphold quality standards.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and tools for equipment dismantling.
  • Clamped, tack-welded, and bolted parts to achieve configurations.
  • Enhanced welding quality by adhering to procedures and maintaining equipment settings.
  • Removed substandard welds using air arc and grinder techniques.
  • Mentored junior welders to foster skills and career growth.
  • Ensured safety compliance by maintaining an orderly work environment.

Ironworker

Local 92
08.2010 - 02.2015
  • Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
  • Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
  • Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
  • Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.

Education

Gardendale High School
Gardendale, AL

Welding Technology

Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Building maintenance
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Mechanical repair
  • Safety awareness
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Willing to learn
  • Clear communication

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Altec Industries
03.2019 - 07.2025

Aluminum Welder

Altec Industries
02.2018 - 03.2019

Production MIG Welder

Polaris Industries
06.2015 - 02.2018

Ironworker

Local 92
08.2010 - 02.2015

Gardendale High School

Welding Technology

Wallace State Community College

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