Lead Maintenance Technician
Open To Work
Richard KIng
Novolex-Durobag
Columbia,VA
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
Dynamic Lead Maintenance Technician with over 15 years of experience in leading maintenance operations. Skilled in preventive maintenance, team collaboration, and mentoring junior technicians. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence.
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
14 Years 11 Months- Led maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability and minimizing downtime across production lines.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and execute repairs swiftly.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices for equipment maintenance and safety protocols.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify recurring issues, recommending improvements for long-term solutions.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, fostering a culture of safety within the maintenance team.
- Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities.
- Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by optimizing maintenance processes, including prioritization of work orders and inventory management.
- Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations after major breakdowns or incidents to prevent future occurrences.
- Assisted in training junior technicians, enhancing their technical skills and fostering a culture of teamwork within the department.
- Collaborated with other technicians on complex repairs, resulting in expedited resolution of equipment issues.
- Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
- Supported plant expansions by providing input during design phase on installation requirements for new equipment and utilities.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
Lead Technician
3 Years 2 Months- Assisted with building deconstruction and reconstruction.
- Assisted with all installation of recycling equipment to include:
- conveyors, wood mill, concrete crusher.
- Installed misting system and camera systems.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Repaired, upgraded and inspected electronic, electrical and mechanical systems.
- Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
- Tracked equipment and inventory, maintaining prescribed levels for technical equipment and supplies.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
Maintenance Technician
5 Years 3 Months- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on facility machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and implemented effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with production teams to optimize workflow and improve maintenance processes.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols, equipment handling, and best practices in maintenance operations.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
Education
Computer Electronics Technician - Computer Electronics
- Electrical Theory
- Safe use of testing equipment
- Logic Gates
- Interpret Electrical Drawings
Skills
Electrical troubleshooting
Electrical repair
Lockout and tagout procedures
Pneumatic controls
Mechanical troubleshooting
Hydraulic systems
Electrical systems
Equipment installation
Single and 3-phase Motors
24 VDC Controls
Plc's
Allen Bradley
Siemens S5 & S7
VFD's
Vacon
Lock out tag out
Water treatment systems
Troubleshooting skills
Preventive Maintenance
Blueprint and schematics
Accomplishments
- Completed EMT-C Training and was Captain of the Carterville Volunteer Rescue Squad.
- Certified Forklift Trainer
- Completed Human Performance Training
- Proud Member of ERT at my Company.
Certification
- Licensed Forklift Trainer- Certified 2024
- Certified EMT 2000 - 2003
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
Novolex-Durobag
08.2011 - CurrentRead More
Lead Technician
Ace Recylcing
06.2008 - 08.2011Read More
Maintenance Technician
Hilex Poly Co LLC / Novolex
03.2003 - 06.2008Read More
E.C.P.I.
Computer Electronics Technician from Computer Electronics
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