Keaton Ross
Tumbling Shoals,AR
Summary
Results-driven Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Saint Jean Industries, specializing in industrial equipment and preventative maintenance. Proven ability to enhance machine reliability through proactive troubleshooting and effective maintenance scheduling. Strong problem-solving skills complemented by expertise in lockout/tagout procedures, ensuring compliance and safety in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Saint Jean Industry
Heber Springs, AR
05.2023 - Current
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on CNC machines, robots, conveyors, and other automation equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
- Conducted routine inspections, calibration, and alignment of machinery to ensure precision and quality standards.
- Read and interpreted electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals for troubleshooting and repairs.
- Installed, tested, and maintained motors, conveyors, sensors, and automated production equipment.
- Performed welding, fabrication, and machining repairs as needed to support manufacturing operations.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA safety regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and company safety standards.
- Reduced equipment breakdowns through proactive troubleshooting and preventive maintenance scheduling.
- Trained operators on proper machine operation and basic troubleshooting procedures.
Frac Equipment Operator
CUDD
Snyder, TX
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated blender unit, hydration unit, and sand hulks/Silos during hydraulic fracturing operation.
- Maintained accurate records of operations and equipment performance for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on frac equipment to minimize downtime and enhance reliability.
- Optimized rig-up and rig-down processes through effective coordination with crew members, minimizing job completion
Lead TA
Saint Jean Industry
Heber Springs, AR
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Supervised daily operations to meet production, quality, and safety goals
- Trained and managed personnel on furnace operation, mold preparation, and safety procedures
- Monitored casting processes, alloy quality, and equipment performance to reduce defects and downtime
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency, reduced scrap, and lowered operating costs
- Coordinated with maintenance, quality control, and production teams to ensure smooth operations and on-time output
- Maintained compliance with OSHA safety standards and environmental regulations while keeping accurate production records
Education
High School Diploma -
HSHS
Heber Springs, AR05-2023
Welding - Welding Technology
ASUB
Heber Springs, AR03-2023
Skills
Industrial Equipment
Troubleshooting skills
Welding
Lockout and tagout procedures
Preventative Maintenance
Maintenance scheduling
Fabrication
Certification
Welding Certifications
GMAW
GATW
SMAW
Forklift
Boom lift
Isometric Forklift
Scissor lift
Hevy duty Forklift
SW IH1 Certification
Timeline
Frac Equipment Operator
CUDD
02.2025 - 10.2025
Maintenance Technician
Saint Jean Industry
05.2023 - Current
Lead TA
Saint Jean Industry
05.2023 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
HSHS
Welding - Welding Technology
ASUB