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Kenneth Carter

Mckinney,TX

Summary

Safety-oriented Maintenance Worker offering 5 years of troubleshooting and repair expertise. Dedicated and reliable with skills in problem-solving, general plumbing, and electrical work. Team-oriented with a commitment to completing tasks on time and under budget.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Rod Mill Maintenance

Encore Wire
McKinney, TX
09.2023 - Current
  • Perform maintenance tasks on equipment used in rod busting operations such as cleaning parts and replacing worn components.
  • Perform troubleshooting and maintenance of mechanical systems in the rod mill.
  • Performs highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
  • Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
  • Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
  • Performs regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
  • Diagnoses problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
  • Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment

Preventative Maintenance Supervisor

RaceTrac
Dallas, TX
03.2019 - 09.2023
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Supervised the implementation of preventative maintenance plans across multiple departments within the organization.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during all preventative maintenance activities.
  • Educated personnel on proper use of machines and best practices for safe operation while minimizing wear-and-tear damage.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Coordinated with outside contractors when additional resources were needed for larger-scale repairs or installations.
  • Maintained accurate records of completed work orders and documented any changes made to existing systems or processes.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Collaborated with vendors and suppliers on ordering replacement parts as needed for scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to malfunctioning machinery in order to determine root causes and corrective actions.
  • Responsible for routine maintenance and upkeep of 20 RaceTrac convenience store in designated region.

Medical Cylinder Filler

Matheson Tri-Gas Inc.
Dallas, TX
09.2017 - 03.2019
  • Adjusted valves, regulators, and seals to ensure proper functioning of the cylinder system.
  • Responsible for performing all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections before cylinders are released.
  • Inspecting and maintaining, pumping apparatuses, associated pressure gages, and monitoring devices regularly.
  • Filling cylinders of containers to proper pressure weight, per DOT regulations.
  • · Ensuring cylinders are properly maintained and removing any cylinders that require maintenance or repair.
  • Stored processed cylinders in designated areas according to company policy.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts of the cylinder processor as needed.
  • Determined necessary valve adjustments to obtain required pressure readings.
  • Inspected cylinders for wear, damage, or other defects before processing.
  • Developed plans for preventive maintenance schedules for cylinder processors.

Cylinder Technician

Linde Life Gas
Farmers Branch, TX
02.2014 - 09.2017
  • Fill cylinders following specific guidelines whether by pressure or weight, as appropriate. ·
  • Weigh cylinders filled with liquid products on a platform scale and record weight.
  • Test cylinders for leaks by brushing or spraying chemical solution around the valve. Record all necessary documentation and set a cylinder aside for settled pressure checks.
  • · Operate and safely maintain equipment for pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders
  • Perform all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections and tests before cylinders are released.
  • Ensure cylinders are adequately maintained, cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are removed from service until corrected.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hiram Johnson High School
Sacramento, CA
06-2003

Skills

  • Power Tool Operation
  • OSHA Compliant
  • Equipment Repair
  • Quality Control
  • Routine Maintenance
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Building Maintenance
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Lockout and Tagout Procedures

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Rod Mill Maintenance

Encore Wire
09.2023 - Current

Preventative Maintenance Supervisor

RaceTrac
03.2019 - 09.2023

Medical Cylinder Filler

Matheson Tri-Gas Inc.
09.2017 - 03.2019

Cylinder Technician

Linde Life Gas
02.2014 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Hiram Johnson High School
Kenneth Carter