Nathean Harper
Mount Sidney,VA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional troubleshooting skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills and learning as much as i can.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Electro/Mechanical Technician
Samrock Farms Food And Dairy
Verona, VA
02.2024 - Current
- Observed equipment functioning to detect electronic and mechanical hazards or problems for service, repair or replacement.
- Reduced machinery downtime with thorough preventive maintenance plans and timely repairs.
- Investigated electrical malfunctions with ammeter, multimeter and temperature probe test instruments to determine problems and apply solutions.
- Repaired, maintained and installed motors, drives and wiring devices.
- Identified and specified required parts to repair and rebuild manufacturing equipment.
- Fixed, serviced and mounted pumps, gearboxes and piping systems.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to completed detailed work on various components.
Electrical/Mechanical Technician
BALL CORPORATION, Advanced Aluminum Technologies
Verona, VA
10.2016 - 12.2023
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment.
- Read schematics and technical diagrams to determine the best course of action for repairs or modifications.
- Troubleshot, repaired, and tested electrical systems and components such as motors, switches, relays, circuit breakers, transformers, generators.
- Programmed PLC, AENT,HMI's Loading IP Addresses into VFD,and other equipment
- Performed preventive maintenance on machines and equipment.
- Troubleshot mechanical systems to identify problems and develop solutions.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, gears, valves, and seals.
- Installed new machines according to manufacturer specifications.
- Dismantled faulty machines and equipment in preparation for repair or reconditioning.
- Configured Ethernet networks and troubleshoot communication issues between devices in an industrial environment.
- Maintain Air Compressors ,Air Driers,Water Softeners.
- Plumbing Water Lines PVC,Copper
Casting Operator
BALL CORPORATION, Advanced Aluminum Technologies
Verona, VA
01.2010 - 10.2016
- Responsible for melting down Aluminum Ingots
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Responsible for monitoring the flow of Aluminum into the wheel and checking the slab for any quality defects
- Responsible for ensuring the correct gauge is being run and ensuring there are no quality defects
- Working with Maintenance during shutdowns to repair industrial machinery
- Utilized good manufacturing practices and adhered to standard operating procedures every day in order to provide consistent, high-quality results.
11C Infantry
Armed Forces
Schofield Barracks, HI
08.2006 - 12.2009
- Conduct search and seizures
- Safely shooting and handling weapons
- Detaining suspects
- Maintained weapon systems
- Responded to orders quickly and efficiently
- Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported to leadership for strategic planning.
- Attention to detail
Education
Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic -
Commonwealth of Virginia
01.2020
Megatronics Program, ELE 123,124 fundamentals of electricity, components, devices ,circuits, drives and plc’s, MEC 161 Hydraulics & pneumatics, MAC 156,157 disassembly, inspection, alignment, reassembly of industrial machinery -
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA12.2015
Diploma -
Army Basic Training
Fort Benning, GA12.2006
GED -
Wilson Memorial High School
Fishersville, VA01.2002
Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Installation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- AC and DC Motors
- Journey-Level Background
- Schematics Interpretation
- Electrical Safety
- Wiring and Soldering
- Electronic Troubleshooting
- AC/DC Power and Control Systems
- OSHA 10 Certified
Education and Training
other
References
- Danny Carrico - 1(276)685-3395
- Scott Wakefield - 1(540)221-1123
- Tyler Gillis - 1(540)448-2640
- Steve Earhart - 1(540)471-1989
Timeline
Electro/Mechanical Technician
Samrock Farms Food And Dairy
02.2024 - Current
Electrical/Mechanical Technician
BALL CORPORATION, Advanced Aluminum Technologies
10.2016 - 12.2023
Casting Operator
BALL CORPORATION, Advanced Aluminum Technologies
01.2010 - 10.2016
11C Infantry
Armed Forces
08.2006 - 12.2009
Diploma -
Army Basic Training
Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic -
Commonwealth of Virginia
Megatronics Program, ELE 123,124 fundamentals of electricity, components, devices ,circuits, drives and plc’s, MEC 161 Hydraulics & pneumatics, MAC 156,157 disassembly, inspection, alignment, reassembly of industrial machinery -
Blue Ridge Community College
GED -
Wilson Memorial High School