Larry Jr Walk
WABASH,IN
Summary
Detail-Oriented Equipment Specialist experienced in enhancing operational efficiency within manufacturing environments. Delivered quality machinery production through strong electrical and mechanical skills, contributing to profitable milling operations. Fostered collaborative team dynamics while maintaining a safety-oriented approach, achieving several years of accident-free performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems
Huntingburg, Indiana
07.2021 - Current
- Maintained and repaired industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify and address potential mechanical issues, enhancing equipment reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex machinery problems.
- Operated diagnostic tools to evaluate equipment functionality and safety.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime effectively.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs, maintaining compliance with company standards and facilitating operational transparency.
- Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
- Inspected moving parts for wear or damage on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
- Dismantled defective machines and reassembled them after repairs were made.
- Calibrated mechanical systems to ensure optimal functioning.
- Maintained records of all work performed in the form of written reports or computer logs.
- Diagnosed electrical, mechanical and plumbing problems to apply corrective action for operational efficiency.
- Assisted in installation of new production lines, ensuring adherence to blueprints and diagrams for optimal setup.
- Corrected hydraulic system malfunctions by adjusting pressure settings and flow rates.
- Adhered to safety, health and environmental rules and regulations to avoid workplace injury and machine productivity.
- Selected troubleshooting methodologies to find malfunctions in machine systems to conduct repairs.
- Troubleshooted electrical control systems using schematics and other diagnostic tools.
- Adjusted plant equipment to maintain proper performance and safe operating conditions.
Shipping switchman
Steel Dynamics
Columbia City, Indiana
07.2016 - 06.2022
- Coordinated train operations and ensured adherence to schedules and safety protocols.
- Communicated with engineers and dispatchers to facilitate smooth train movements.
- Inspected trains for defects and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials such as explosives or chemicals.
- Conducted routine maintenance duties on locomotives including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Responded quickly to emergencies such as derailments or grade crossing collisions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Proposed ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product and service issues.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Resolved customer issues with knowledgeable and friendly service, enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Determined customer requirements to provide timely assistance.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Millwright
Dubak Electrical
Chicago, Illinois
08.2012 - 09.2016
- Operated and maintained industrial machinery for optimal performance.
- Inspected equipment and identified potential mechanical issues.
- Repaired hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical problems, enhancing overall equipment reliability.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on various production equipment.
- Assembled and installed machinery according to technical specifications.
- Documented maintenance activities and equipment repairs, ensuring clear communication and continuity in maintenance procedures.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Fabricated spare parts from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
- Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
- Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Ran tests on newly installed machines to verify their optimal functioning.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Applied lubricants to moving machinery parts regularly to ensure smooth operation.
- Inspected and tested all machinery components to ensure proper functionality.
- Troubleshot problems with hydraulic systems and pneumatics.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Maintained accurate records of all machinery repairs, facilitating efficient tracking of maintenance history and parts replacement.
- Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex issues with automated processes or robotics systems.
- Completed corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial machinery to replace worn parts and prevent breakages.
- Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
Millwright Technician
Zenzs farms
Bryan, Ohio
02.2012 - 07.2015
- Maintained and repaired machinery to ensure efficient operation on farm equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify mechanical issues and perform preventative maintenance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
- Installed new machinery components following safety guidelines and operational standards.
- Assisted in training junior technicians on best practices for equipment maintenance and safety.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs performed on various farming equipment systems.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating tools and machinery in a farm environment.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced equipment reliability and extended machinery lifespan.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems using schematics and technical manuals.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations by providing prompt repair services.
- Assembled shafts, bearings, gears, motors, pumps, valves, conveyors and other related equipment.
- Repaired faulty electrical systems such as wiring harnesses, switches and control panels.
- Advised management on millwright-related issues, facilitating informed decision-making regarding equipment maintenance and upgrades.
- Operated cranes or hoists safely when lifting heavy objects or materials.
- Performed preventive maintenance on a variety of machinery and equipment.
- Inspected new installations for accuracy prior to start-up operations.
- Utilized hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete repairs.
- Inspected completed projects to ensure compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Installed, aligned, and balanced new machines and components.
Ship Superintendent
SSA Marine
Panama City, Florida
02.2006 - 07.2012
- Supervised vessel operations ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to optimize ship performance and reliability.
- Managed crew assignments to maintain efficient operational workflows on board.
- Conducted inspections to assess vessel condition and adherence to standards.
- Collaborated with port authorities on docking procedures and logistics planning.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational best practices for ships.
- Implemented procedures to enhance communication between crew and management teams.
- Resolved operational issues swiftly to minimize disruptions during voyages.
- Assisted in the preparation of tenders for new build projects or conversion works.
- Maintained records of vessel operations, including voyage logs, cargo manifests and other related documents.
- Ensured all necessary certificates were valid prior to departure from ports.
- Liaised with port authorities to coordinate berthing arrangements for vessels entering or leaving ports.
- Advised senior management on best practices for vessel operations.
- Monitored vessel performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Operated loading and unloading equipment for cargo shipments.
- Operated heavy machinery to load and unload cargo efficiently.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure safe transportation of goods.
- Inspected containers for damage and reported findings promptly.
- Adhered to safety protocols during all loading and unloading processes.
- Assisted in securing cargo for safe transit on vessels and trucks.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to supervisors effectively.
- Trained new staff on proper handling techniques and safety guidelines.
- Responded quickly to operational issues, maintaining workflow continuity.
- Coordinated trucking services for delivery of goods off-site as required by customers.
- Ensured compliance with customs regulations when dealing with international shipments.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all goods stored at the port facility.
- Organized freight into containers for shipment according to size and weight restrictions.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure efficient operations within the port facility.
- Conducted safety checks on all machinery before use.
- Assisted in making repairs when necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from ships using a variety of equipment, including cranes and forklifts.
- Trained new longshoremen on proper safety procedures and operating techniques for machinery.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks on equipment used in daily operations.
- Secured cargo with lashing materials to prevent shifting during transport.
- Cleaned up debris from the dock area as needed to maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintained accurate records of goods received and shipped out of the port facility.
- Received and processed incoming orders from customers via radio communication systems.
- Operated winches, hoists, and other lifting devices to move freight around the dock area.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as fires or hazardous spills.
- Monitored weather conditions to anticipate potential delays or hazardous situations.
- Communicated with ship personnel regarding arrival times, departure schedules, and any special instructions related to the handling of cargo shipments.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Supervised staff including subcontractors and laborers on assigned projects.
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures while overseeing operations at the site.
- Ensured that all subcontractors are in compliance with contract documents by conducting regular inspections of their workmanship.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using effective resource planning techniques.
- Oversaw daily work of team using knowledge of local and national building codes for construction areas.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project status updates, budgeting concerns and timeline adjustments.
- Negotiated changes or modifications in contracts as needed during the course of a project.
- Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings and fixtures.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.
Education
ASE Certified Mechanic - Mechanic
US ARMY
08.1998 - 03.1999
Larry Jr Walk
Wabash, INSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Preventive maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Teamwork
- Project management
- Safety regulations
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management
- Problem resolution
- Communication skills
- Time optimization
- Adaptability to change
- Training programs
- Business development
- Contract management
- Workflow management
- Quality control
- Conflict management
- Project planning
- Waste management
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Industrial hygiene
- Task delegation
- Department organization
- Policy development
- Strategic planning
- Attention to detail
- Goal setting
- Employee motivation
- Staff discipline
- Complex Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Negotiation
- Policy enforcement
- Relationship building
- Team development
- Documentation and reporting
- Coaching and mentoring
- Training and mentoring
- Presentation skills
- Priority management
- Safety protocols
- Analytical thinking
- Performance evaluation
- Problem resolution
- Self motivation
- Employee training
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
- Machinery repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Parts procurement
- Technical documentation
- Codes implementation
- Computerized diagnostics
- Safety management
- Engine repair
- Belt and hose replacements
- Battery services
- Deadline driven
- Electrical systems
- Component repairs
- Hydraulic pumps
- Problem diagnosis
- Preventative maintenance
- Equipment fine-tuning
- Heavy equipment repair
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Workplace safety
- Maintenance and repairs
- Battery testing
- Task prioritization
- Welding and fabrication
- Part identification
- Small engine repair
- Pneumatic systems
- Work order management
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Project coordination
- Emergency response
- Hand tools proficiency
- Conveyor systems
- Conveyor assembly
- Parts installation
- Fastener selection
- Mechanical tool usage
- Parts repair
- Malfunction diagnosis
- Pump maintenance
- Work planning
- Equipment power management
- Machinery installation
- Rigging techniques
- Pneumatic controls
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems
07.2021 - Current
Shipping switchman
Steel Dynamics
07.2016 - 06.2022
Millwright
Dubak Electrical
08.2012 - 09.2016
Millwright Technician
Zenzs farms
02.2012 - 07.2015
Ship Superintendent
SSA Marine
02.2006 - 07.2012
ASE Certified Mechanic - Mechanic
US ARMY
08.1998 - 03.1999
Larry Jr Walk