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Patrick Hitt

Patrick Hitt

Polk City,FL

Summary

Skilled and Motivated Maintenance Technician bringing 15+ years of experience performing diverse repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility repairs. Successfully Experienced in training other maintenance technicians to meet goals while maintaining safety at all times. Skilled in a variety of repairs including plumbing, electrical and mechanical. Comfortable troubleshooting and performing diagnostics and working with a sense of urgency. Well-versed in installing, maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment and electrical systems. Have some knowledge with CMMS "Megamation".

Experienced Blow Mold Operator with over 5 years of experience in operating reciprocating extrusion machines. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and decreasing quality issues through close product inspections. Thorough Production Operator with exceptional mechanical and communication skills. Knowledgeable in production procedures and operating LP forklifts.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

O'Reilly Auto Parts
Lakeland, FL
08.2021 - Current
  • Completed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to diagnose problems with equipment and systems.
  • Cleaned and lubricated components to maintain optimal performance.
  • Repair Conveyors and PIE equipment to keep the facility moving at optimal efficiency.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.

Maintenance Technician

KIK Custom Products
Auburndale, FL
06.1999 - 06.2021
  • Troubleshoot and Repair problems with mechanical components, faulty electronics, electrical systems and equipment.
  • Completed daily, weekly and monthly Preventive Maintenance on equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures at 90% success rate depending on production. Also generated work orders in CMMS.
  • Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair, operation, and cleaning procedures.
  • Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently to achieve daily targets.
  • Suggested and implemented new ideas to improve quality, reduce cost and support production work environment.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Maintained equipment by troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
  • Set up blow mold and all associated equipment to minimize line changeover times
  • Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary

Education

PLC Trouble Shooting

Ridge Technical College
Winter Haven, FL
2012

Electrician Training

Ashworth College
Norcross, GA
12.2006

Machine Shop Technology

Traviss Technical College
Lakeland, FL
1996

Welding Technology

Traviss Technical College
Lakeland, FL
1994

Gause CDC
Bartow, FL
1993

Skills

  • Equipment installation
  • Schematic understanding
  • Preventive and Reparative Maintenance
  • Electrical Installation and Repair
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • PLC Troubleshooting
  • CMMS
  • Welding
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • Plumbing
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Forklift Operation
  • Scissor Lift Operation
  • Articulating Boom Operation

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

O'Reilly Auto Parts
08.2021 - Current

Maintenance Technician

KIK Custom Products
06.1999 - 06.2021

PLC Trouble Shooting

Ridge Technical College

Electrician Training

Ashworth College

Machine Shop Technology

Traviss Technical College

Welding Technology

Traviss Technical College

Gause CDC
Patrick Hitt