Philip Kuhn

Work History

King County Lightrail

11.2023 - Current

Maintained accurate records of all performed tasks, providing crucial data for future improvements and budgeting decisions.
Contributed in maintaining a clean working environment by disposing waste materials appropriately.
Provided prompt response to emergency situations, minimizing damage to facilities and ensuring the safety of occupants.
Performed installation tasks such as lighting fixtures or shelving units to optimize workspace functionality.
Conducted routine plumbing repairs to minimize water waste and maintain proper sanitation standards.
Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.

WestRock

05.2021 - 11.2023

Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with Number% accuracy.
Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.

BNSF Railroad

11.2017 - 05.2021

Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Threaded pipes using piping machines.
Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Supported fellow team members in their tasks, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized both safety and efficiency.
Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
Customized solutions for complex piping challenges, leveraging advanced welding techniques for durable connections.
Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.

Sierra Pacific

01.2015 - 11.2017

Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.