RONALD NORMAN
Olympia,WA
Summary
To obtain a challenging and responsible position, utilizing abilities that I have developed through my experience and training, with the opportunity for professional growth based on performance.
Professional technician with high standards and focus on achieving results. Skilled in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for variety of systems and equipment. Strong team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and ensures reliability. Known for problem-solving abilities, mechanical aptitude, and effective communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Hames Hardie Building Products
10.2022 - 10.2025
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and improvements.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical malfunctions using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Developed and maintained preventive maintenance schedules for critical equipment.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and best practices in electrical maintenance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on electrical systems to ensure optimal performance.
Maintenance Technician
VSP Vision
02.2014 - 09.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on equipment upgrades and modifications for enhanced efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance procedures to improve team competency.
- Implemented process improvements that increased reliability of machinery and reduced repair costs.
- Developed troubleshooting guides for common issues to facilitate quick resolutions by team members.
- Led root cause analysis initiatives to identify recurring failures and enhance overall system reliability.
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
Maintenance Technician
Cardinal Float Glass
03.2006 - 01.2014
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
- Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring smooth integration into existing systems.
- Inspected and tested electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance activities and retained copy of equipment programs as backups.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
Education
Machine Maintenance
Centralia Community College
Centralia, WA01.1981
Backflow Assembly Tester
WETRC
Auburn, WA01.2013
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Hand tools expertise
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- Industrial equipment
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical panels
- Maintenance scheduling
- Machine lubrication
- Documentation
- Pneumatic systems
- Control circuits
- Motor controls
- Conveyor systems
- Steam systems
Summary of Qualifications
- 26 years of experience maintaining, repairing and installing different types of automated industrial production equipment;
- Completed a Journey level apprenticeship with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers at Crown Cork & Seal in 1999;
- Approximately 17 years of experience working with optical and laser alignment tools;
- Approximately 26 years of experience in vibration analysis of electric motors, bearings, etc.
- Approximately 26 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, vacuum systems and 11 years of experience with steam systems;
- Approximately 26 years of experience working with precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, precision levels, and gauge blocks;
- Approximately 35 years of experience in welding and fabrication using oxy/acetylene torches, welders of several different types, and plasma torches;
- Approximately 28 years of experience in installation, removal, and repair of piping and valving including flanges, plastic, steel, copper and stainless steel tubing, several types of valves, and hoses both hydraulic and pneumatic;
- Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems;
- Approximately 29 years experience in general construction and facilities maintenance;
- Approximately 26 years of experience reading technical drawings including manufacturer’s manuals and repair manuals. I have also taken a few classes for reading technical drawings;
- Approximately 16 years of experience working with computers including CMMS, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel as well as other dedicated software programs including Windows based CNC machinery;
- Extremely dependable, hard working, adaptable, and works well with others.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Hames Hardie Building Products
10.2022 - 10.2025
Maintenance Technician
VSP Vision
02.2014 - 09.2022
Maintenance Technician
Cardinal Float Glass
03.2006 - 01.2014
Backflow Assembly Tester
WETRC
Machine Maintenance
Centralia Community College