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Kenneth Dodd

Summary

Industrious Maintenance Technician performs routine maintenance and service tasks to support uninterrupted operation of plant fluid systems. Dependable and hands-on worker with demonstrated commitment to quality through day-to-day work ethic and adherence to safety and operational procedures. Background in solving practical problems and dealing with variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists. Well-versed in installing, maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment and electrical systems while leading teams in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems. Experienced in isolating root causes of maintenance problems to develop expedient solutions. Working knowledge of electronic and electrical concepts and operating safety to promote maximum efficiency.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Srg Global
11.2021 - Current
  • Adhered to safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria to maximize preventive controls.
  • Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
  • Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
  • Inspected and tested electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus.
  • Developed, drafted and conducted preventive maintenance procedures to enforce business standards.
  • Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
  • Troubleshot programs and maintained programmable logic controllers.
  • Reviewed equipment areas to observe conditions impacting design and identified solutions to technical issues that arose during installation.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • 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.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify and address mechanical issues.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
  • Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as lubrication, checking fluids and replacing worn parts.
  • Installed, calibrated and tested new or repaired parts and equipment.
  • Observed and tested operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters or other testing devices.
  • Diagnosed equipment issues by analyzing error messages and testing results.
  • Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
  • Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams and blueprints to follow specifications in maintaining industrial machinery.
  • Installed, programmed or repaired programmable controllers, robot controllers and end-of-arm tools.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

CNC Machinist

D & P Tool And Die
02.2010 - 08.2013
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Performed accurate [Type] tool changes and offsets.
  • Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
  • Regularly exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
  • Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
  • Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.

Education

Industrial Maintenance Tech - Industrial Maintenance Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern
Newbern, TN
04.2023

Robotic Maintenance Technician - Industrial Maintenance Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern
Newbern
04.2023

Machinist 1 - Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern
08.2010

Skills

  • Schematics
  • Technical Plans
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Blueprints
  • Production Processes
  • Hydraulic Systems Repair
  • Lockout and Tagout Procedures
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Machine Alignment
  • Electrical Systems Maintenance
  • Pneumatic Systems Maintenance
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Conveyor System Maintenance
  • Programmable Logic Controllers
  • Bearing Installation
  • Pump Maintenance
  • Lubrication Techniques
  • Valve Repair
  • Industrial Robotics
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Building Maintenance
  • Parts Replacement
  • Painting
  • Equipment Repair
  • Safety Awareness
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Maintenance and Repairs

Timeline

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Srg Global
11.2021 - Current

CNC Machinist

D & P Tool And Die
02.2010 - 08.2013

Industrial Maintenance Tech - Industrial Maintenance Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern

Robotic Maintenance Technician - Industrial Maintenance Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern

Machinist 1 - Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern
Kenneth Dodd