Michael McDonald
Pineville
Summary
Detail-oriented technician with strong mechanical troubleshooting and welding skills. Proven success in equipment calibration and field maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and safety in plant operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Maintenance Technician
Targa Resources
Jal, NM
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of plant equipment to identify maintenance needs.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems to minimize downtime.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for equipment repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete preventive maintenance schedules efficiently.
- Documented maintenance activities and findings in compliance with safety protocols.
- Supported installation of new machinery by following technical specifications and guidelines.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety standards in the facility.
- Reduced downtime by swiftly diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Technical Support Representative
K&R Operating, LLC
Midland, TX
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical systems, ensuring optimal functionality and minimal downtime.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on machinery, improving equipment reliability and lifespan.
- Mentored junior technicians in best practices for equipment repair and maintenance procedures.
- Reduced downtime by quickly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues.
- Mastered numerous specialized tools required for various types of mechanical work, enhancing versatility within the technician role.
- Completed complex machine overhauls, restoring functionality and preventing replacement costs.
- Collaborated with a team to complete large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by providing input on process enhancements that led to increased productivity levels across the facility.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of Caterpillar, Ariel, Waukesha, and many more pieces of equipment.
Master Mechanical Technician/Technical Lead
Enerflex Energy Systems, United Emitates
UAE
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in gas processing and compression equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on rotating machinery to ensure operational reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot system performance and implement solutions.
- Assisted in installation of new equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Executed thorough inspections of mechanical systems, identifying potential risks before failures occurred.
Education
Nursing
LSU At Alexandria
Alexandria, LANo Degree - Welding, EMT- Basic
Central LA Technical College
Alexandria, LA05-1995
Skills
- Alignment techniques
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Welding techniques
- Motor controls
- Equipment calibration
- Vibration analysis
- Mechanical repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Project management
- System installations
- Field maintenance
Affiliations
- Freemason
Certification
- Caterpillar G3600 Master Mechanic- March 2025
- Caterpillar GCM3400 (Certified in Germany) September 2010
- Gas Engines I & II - October 2011
- Caterpillar Electronic Sensors and Control Logics- May 2010
- Waukesha ESM- September 2013
Timeline
Plant Maintenance Technician
Targa Resources
09.2025 - Current
Technical Support Representative
K&R Operating, LLC
01.2024 - 09.2025
Master Mechanical Technician/Technical Lead
Enerflex Energy Systems, United Emitates
04.2023 - 01.2024
Nursing
LSU At Alexandria
No Degree - Welding, EMT- Basic
Central LA Technical College