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Kelly Meeks

Columbus,GA

Summary

Hardworking maintenance technician brings expertise in installation, repair and maintenance of complex building systems. Well-versed in regulatory and organizational expectations governing performance over several years. Resourceful understanding of intricate inspections and process assessments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Chairmans Foods
10.2023 - Current
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
  • Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
  • Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
  • Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.

Maintenance Technician

SpartanNash
04.2019 - 10.2023
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
  • Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
  • Worked closely with engineering team to develop innovative solutions for existing problems.
  • Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs.
  • Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.

Welder/Maintenance Technician

Diverse mechanical
04.2017 - 05.2019
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
  • Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
  • Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
  • Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
  • Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA

Ammonia Operator 1 - Refrigeration

Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA
03-2024

Skills

  • Drywalling
  • HVAC system maintenance
  • Painting
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Tool management
  • Documentation
  • Parts replacement
  • System installations
  • Power and hand tool use
  • Conveyor systems
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Mechanical repair
  • Equipment installation
  • Codes compliance
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Generator maintenance
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Plumbing repairs
  • Safety awareness
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Equipment Repair
  • Lighting systems
  • Field maintenance
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Machine lubrication
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Problem-solving
  • Building maintenance
  • Air compressors
  • Hand and power tools

Education and Training

Columbus, GA,Oakwood, GA

Contact

Columbus ga 31904

Certification

Operator 1 ammonia refrigeration

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Chairmans Foods
10.2023 - Current

Maintenance Technician

SpartanNash
04.2019 - 10.2023

Welder/Maintenance Technician

Diverse mechanical
04.2017 - 05.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Columbus Technical College

Ammonia Operator 1 - Refrigeration

Lanier Technical College

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