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Michael Kime

Spanaway,WA

Summary

Chief Engineer looking to secure a challenging position that allows me to utilize my leadership, efficiency, work ethic and 42 years of knowledge, skills and experience.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Engineer

Tomlinson Linen Services
07.2022 - 04.2024

- Responsible for the maintenance and function of industrial laundry equipment, ordering parts, inventory, 2 personnel and over 60 pieces of laundry equipment to include pumps, motors, conveyors, washers, dryers, extractors, steam tunnels, pneumatic lifts, compressors, boiler, sealing machines, feeders, folders, ironers, vacuum systems.

- Well versed in piping for water, steam, PLCs, VFDs, electric motors, pumps and mechanical seals, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical circuits, welding (stick and TIG), braising, plasma cutter, metal fabrication, read schematics and troubleshoot, man lift/articulated lift operation, forklift license (SK), first aid, CPR, portable defibrillator, filing reports with the city and county, work independently or in team setting, high attention to detail and organized.

- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.

- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.

- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.

- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.

Chief Engineer

ALSCO
09.2019 - 07.2022

- Responsible for the maintenance and function of industrial laundry equipment, ordering parts, inventory, 2 personnel and over 60 pieces of laundry equipment to include pumps, motors, conveyors, washers, dryers, extractors, steam tunnels, pneumatic lifts, compressors, boiler, sealing machines, feeders, folders,

- Well versed in piping for water, steam, PLCs, VFDs, electric motors, pumps and mechanical seals, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical circuits, welding (stick and TIG), braising, Plasma cutter, metal fabrication, read schematics and troubleshoot, man lift/articulated lift operation, forklift license (SK), first aid, CPR, portable defibrillator, filing reports with the city and county, work independently or in team setting, high attention to detail and organized.

Chief Engineer

Service Linen Supply
10.2003 - 09.2019

- Responsible for the maintenance and function of industrial laundry equipment, ordering parts, inventory, scheduling maintenance for 32 trucks, 6 personnel and over 60 pieces of laundry equipment to include pumps, motors, conveyors, washers, dryers, extractors, steam tunnels, pneumatic lifts, compressors, boiler, sealing machines, feeders, folders, ironers, vacuum systems.

- Well versed in piping for water, steam, PLCs, VFDs, electric motors, pumps and mechanical seals, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical circuits, welding (stick and TIG), braising, Plasma cutter, metal fabrication, read schematics and troubleshoot, replace/hand sew pads for ironers, man lift/articulated lift operation, forklift license (SK), first aid, CPR, portable defibrillator, filing reports with the city and county, work independently or in team setting, high attention to detail and organized.

Engineman Supervisor

US Navy
08.1982 - 09.2003

- Scheduled and ran the divisional maintenance system, supervised 86 personnel in daily tasks, Performed in depth mechanical maintenance in accordance with Naval procedures, in charge of the proper function of a multi-million dollar system of machinery and equipment, instructor qualified, in charge of QA packages on fast attack submarines, well versed in the operation and maintenance of boiler, diesel and engine systems.

Education

No Degree - Boiler Fireman Grade 4

Renton Technical College
Renton, WA

Skills

  • Troubleshooting
  • Safety meetings
  • Personnel Management
  • Safety Management
  • Equipment Operation
  • Project Management
  • Maintenance processes
  • Team direction
  • OSHA regulations
  • Budgeting
  • Laundry Industry

Timeline

Chief Engineer

Tomlinson Linen Services
07.2022 - 04.2024

Chief Engineer

ALSCO
09.2019 - 07.2022

Chief Engineer

Service Linen Supply
10.2003 - 09.2019

Engineman Supervisor

US Navy
08.1982 - 09.2003

No Degree - Boiler Fireman Grade 4

Renton Technical College
Michael Kime