Michael Erickson
New Smyrna Beach,FL
Summary
Experienced maintenance leader with a strong background in troubleshooting, repair, maintenance planning, and technical team development. Proven ability to lead technicians, improve maintenance processes, reduce downtime, and support operational efficiency through strong communication, KPI tracking, and cross-functional coordination. Skilled in driving process improvement, supporting site priorities, and delivering safe, reliable maintenance execution.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planner
Amazon
10.2025 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
- Led an 18-person maintenance team by coordinating priority-based repair schedules, training technicians on maintenance processes, and coaching team members to understand the “why” behind procedures to improve execution, consistency, and workflow.
- Supported launch and stabilization of a new Amazon site by establishing PM schedules, asset documentation, vendor processes, parts tracking, and vendor coordination.
- Planned and coordinated preventive and corrective maintenance for site assets, balancing PM compliance, technician labor, operational impact, parts availability, and vendor support.
- Monitored daily maintenance KPIs to ensure compliance, identify performance gaps, and drive timely corrective action to support site maintenance goals.
- Optimized labor utilization through strategic assignment of duties based on skillsets and workload balance among team members.
- Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Established strong communication channels between departments to streamline coordination during scheduled downtimes, emergency repairs, shift pass-downs, and planned maintenance activities.
- Improved maintenance documentation standards by requiring detailed ticket information, photos, labor estimates, cost details, and clear scope of work for better work scheduling.
- Managed critical spare parts inventory, ensuring parts availability while optimizing stock levels and reducing carrying costs.
- Ensured accuracy and data integrity in APM by auditing records, updating outdated information, and eliminating duplicate parts listed under multiple part numbers.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by establishing recognition for outstanding performance in maintenance tasks.
- Demonstrated ownership by stepping beyond defined role responsibilities to support management needs, assist cross-functional teams, and help drive site priorities.
Sr. Mechatronics and Robotics Technician (CMMS Focused)
CBRE | Amazon
12.2024 - 10.2025
- Managed preventative maintenance schedules, ensuring 100% compliance with Amazon safety and operational standards.
- Coordinated with maintenance technicians and vendors to ensure timely and correct PM completion.
- Audited work orders to ensure full compliance with Amazon RME standards and maintenance protocols.
- Monitored and improved all metrics daily.
- Managed inventory, ensuring parts availability while optimizing stock levels and reducing carrying costs.
- Ensured accuracy and data integrity in APM by auditing records, updating outdated information, and eliminating duplicate parts listed under multiple part numbers.
- Provided floor-level leadership to MRTs by coaching technicians through troubleshooting, repairs, PM execution, and standard maintenance practices to improve team skill, consistency, and performance.
- Executed preventative and corrective maintenance on material handling equipment while providing hands-on floor support to maintain equipment uptime and operational flow.
Mechatronics and Robotics Technician
CBRE | Amazon
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Perform routine equipment maintenance with precise documentation to ensure operational efficiency.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical issues in equipment, including components such as belts, motors, photo-eyes, and relays.
- Cultivate and sustain strong professional relationships within the Amazon Operations facility to enhance teamwork and productivity.
- Ensure operational safety and compliance of mechatronics and robotics systems through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and implementation of advanced safety protocols.
- Collaborate effectively with the RME team to monitor and address mechanical issues across shifts.
- Coordinate with external vendors to obtain technical information and support for facility mechanical operations.
Mechanic Technician III
Trimac
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilized computerized maintenance management systems to track work orders, inventory levels, and equipment history for accurate record-keeping.
- Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on tractor trailers.
- Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and identify potential issues to prevent downtime and costly repairs.
- Utilize diagnostic tools and software to accurately diagnose and resolve technical problems.
- Skilled in using various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding to fabricate and repair metal structures.
- Experience in conducting quality inspections to identify and resolve any weld defects or imperfections.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Processed and prepared shipments in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring all items are correctly packaged and labeled for delivery.
- Maintained a clean and organized shipping area, adhering to safety guidelines and regulations to prevent accidents and damage to goods.
- Efficiently sorted and loaded packages onto conveyor belts according to designated destinations.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area around the conveyor belt to ensure a safe and productive environment.
- Trained new employees on proper conveyor operation and safety protocols.
Mechanic Technician III
Trimac
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Utilized computerized maintenance management systems to track work orders, inventory levels, and equipment history for accurate record-keeping.
- Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on tractor trailers.
- Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and identify potential issues to prevent downtime and costly repairs.
- Utilize diagnostic tools and software to accurately diagnose and resolve technical problems.
- Skilled in using various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding to fabricate and repair metal structures.
- Experience in conducting quality inspections to identify and resolve any weld defects or imperfections.
Mechanic Technician II
Paragon (closed down), Cartersville
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Utilized computerized maintenance management systems to track work orders, inventory levels, and equipment history for accurate record-keeping.
- Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on tractor trailers.
- Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and identify potential issues to prevent downtime and costly repairs.
- Uphold workplace safety standards at all points.
- Proposed several ways to further streamline and consolidate standard maintenance processes.
Heavy Duty Welder
Trinity Rail
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating and maintaining welding equipment and tools to meet production deadlines.
- Collaborated with team members and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve welding issues and defects.
- Proficient in operating MIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on various metals such as steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
Education
Welding & Fabrication -
GA Trade School For Welding
Acworth, GA09-2017
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Technician Training & Coaching
- Maintenance Planning & Scheduling
- Work Order Management
- KPI Tracking
- Labor Planning
- Process Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- Asset Management
- Vendor Coordination
- Spare Parts Inventory Management
Timeline
Maintenance Planner
Amazon
10.2025 - Current
Sr. Mechatronics and Robotics Technician (CMMS Focused)
CBRE | Amazon
12.2024 - 10.2025
Mechatronics and Robotics Technician
CBRE | Amazon
05.2024 - 12.2024
Mechanic Technician III
Trimac
06.2023 - 05.2024
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
10.2021 - 05.2023
Mechanic Technician III
Trimac
11.2018 - 10.2021
Mechanic Technician II
Paragon (closed down), Cartersville
04.2018 - 11.2018
Heavy Duty Welder
Trinity Rail
09.2017 - 04.2018
Welding & Fabrication -
GA Trade School For Welding