Kenneth Burkhart
Rockvale,TN
Summary
U.S. Navy HT2 1996-1990
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
Rooms To Go
Lebanon, TN
- Current
Maintenance Technician
Lewis Bros Bakeries
Murfreesboro, TN
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Work and maintain equipment in the shop. Electrical, welding, and controls. Also pumps and conveyors.
Service Technician
Aramark
Nashville, TN
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintain and repair vending machines. Also install new units at different locations, including plumbing and electrical work.
Demo tech and pdi tech
Candys Campers
Murfreesboro, TN
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Repair of RV units, 5th wheels and tow behind units. Including plumbing, electrical and body work.
Appliance parts distributor
Tribles Inc
Nashville, TN
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Looked up parts for counter sale and inventory of stock.
Appliance Technician
A1 Appliance
Nashville, TN
09.2014 - 09.2021
- Responsible for appliance repair of units sold by company. And others
Welder/Fabricator
Nissan America
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on automotive components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication of parts.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain safety standards and equipment functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime during production.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
Maintenance Technician
Acme Graphic Arts
03.1991 - 05.2011
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on automotive components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication of parts.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain safety standards and equipment functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime during production.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Improved machine efficiency, conducting regular diagnostics and repairs.
Education
Diploma -
Coffee County Central High
Refrigeration mechanic -
McMinnville Vo.Tech
Skills
Mechanic Experience
Stick welding
Electrical systems installation
Computer literacy
Appliance Repair
Security - Security experience (Less than 1 year)
Cleaning equipment
Plastics injection molding
Equipment repair
Fire suppression
Plumbing system maintenance and repair
Pipe installation
Managing facilities maintenance teams - Largest facilities maintenance team managed (1-5 team members)
Machine guarding
Manufacturing company experience
Service Technician Experience
HVAC motor repair
Customer Service
Mechanical troubleshooting
Air conditioning
Electrical equipment repair
Welding
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Water pump maintenance
Mechanical knowledge
Machining
Teamwork
Troubleshooting
Lift truck
Hand tools
Multimeters
Equipment testing
Schematics
Help Desk
Manufacturing
Industrial equipment
Electrical fixture repair
Electrical safety procedures
Plumbing
Fabrication
Manufacturing plant facilities maintenance experience
Customer service
Electrical systems
Facilities corrective maintenance
Building systems troubleshooting
Air compressors
English
Technical Proficiency
Shipping & receiving
Electronic equipment testing
Power tools
Electrical troubleshooting
Materials handling
Safe work practices
Electrical experience
Power drills
Equipment installation
Electrical Experience
Electrical diagnostics
Maintenance
TIG welding
Productivity software
Forklift
Fire safety procedures
Patrolling
Alarm systems
Hazmat
Hydraulics
Renovation project management - Largest number of facility renovation projects managed (2-3 projects)
Panelboards
Electro-mechanical components
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
Refrigeration
Warehouse experience
Plumbing fixture repair
Equipment Repair
Safety equipment
Electrical maintenance
Managing facilities maintenance budgets - Largest facilities maintenance budget managed ($1-100,000)
Pneumatic systems
Analysis skills
LOTO
Facility waste management
Electrical system testing
Measuring instruments
Electrical systems facility management
Facilities Maintenance - Facilities maintenance experience (More than 20 years)
Communication skills
Climbing
Computer operation
Voltmeter
Two-way radio communication
Low Voltage
Mechanical Knowledge
Packaging
Windows
Certification
- EPA Type I Present
- Type 1 CFC November 2013 to Present
- HVAC
- Driver's License
- EPA Refrigeration Certification
- CPO
- HVAC Certification
- Welding Certification
Military Service
- Branch: US NAVY
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: E5
- December 1986 to December 1990
- Hull Technician. Responsible for ship integrates. Welding all metals plumbing and fire fighting duties. 4954 code welder for 600 psi pipe welding.
Additional Information
Hard working and very dependable, with the ability to learn more and help others to complete the job at task.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Lewis Bros Bakeries
03.2023 - 04.2024
Service Technician
Aramark
05.2022 - 03.2023
Demo tech and pdi tech
Candys Campers
11.2021 - 04.2022
Appliance parts distributor
Tribles Inc
09.2021 - 11.2021
Appliance Technician
A1 Appliance
09.2014 - 09.2021
Welder/Fabricator
Nissan America
06.2011 - 09.2014
Maintenance Technician
Acme Graphic Arts
03.1991 - 05.2011
Lead Maintenance Technician
Rooms To Go
- Current
Diploma -
Coffee County Central High
Refrigeration mechanic -
McMinnville Vo.Tech