Michael Priest
Shenandoah,IA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preventive Maintenance Technician
Pella Windows
Shenandoah, IA
01.2022 - Current
- Cleaned mechanical parts using appropriate cleaning solutions and tools.
- Participated in team meetings discussing current projects and tasks related to preventative maintenance.
- Inspected safety features on machinery such as emergency stops and guards.
- Installed new components and adjusted existing ones in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
- Conducted troubleshooting procedures in order to identify malfunctions in machines or systems.
- Repaired damaged parts by welding or fabricating replacement pieces when required.
- Replaced oil seals, bearings, belts, hoses, filters, and other components as needed.
- Analyzed data from preventive maintenance checks and recommended repairs when necessary.
- Checked for potential problems, such as loose bolts, broken parts, or worn components.
- Performed periodic inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Maintained records of all preventive maintenance activities performed on equipment.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while performing any type of work on a machine or system.
Fabrication Welder
H&H Trailer
Clarinda, IA
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Read blue prints to build trailers.
- Checked finished products for conformance to engineering standards before shipping out.
- Provided technical guidance and training to junior welders as needed.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
Professional OTR Truck Driver
Keane Thummel Trucking
Newmarket, IA
03.2015 - 09.2020
- Managed fuel consumption levels for optimal efficiency on long-haul routes.
- Assisted in loading, unloading, securing, and staging of freight for transport.
- Provided customer service in accordance with company standards when interacting with customers at pick up or delivery locations.
- Followed company policies regarding the proper care and use of equipment and materials provided by the employer.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of vehicle systems including brakes, tires, lights, and turning signals.
- Inspected cargo before, during, and after delivery to ensure safe transport of goods.
- Completed necessary paperwork such as bills of lading, manifests, shipping orders. accurately and promptly upon delivery completion.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch personnel via radio or cell phone regarding load pickup times, delivery status.
Education
GED -
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA03-1992
Skills
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Records Maintenance
- Routine Maintenance
- Lockout and tagout procedures
Affiliations
- Weekends and time off i enjoy spending time with my partner, and our German Shepard. When the weather permits, we love to ride our motorcycle.
Certification
- Over the years at multiple factories, i have been certified on forklift, welding, and electrical.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preventive Maintenance Technician
Pella Windows
01.2022 - Current
Fabrication Welder
H&H Trailer
10.2020 - 01.2022
Professional OTR Truck Driver
Keane Thummel Trucking
03.2015 - 09.2020
GED -
Iowa Western Community College