Samuel Alexander
Aiken,SC
Summary
Industrious mechanic performs routine maintenance and service tasks to support uninterrupted operation of plant fluid systems. Dependable and hands-on worker with demonstrated commitment to quality through day-to-day work ethic and adherence to safety and operational procedures. Background in solving practical problems, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure industrial mechanic position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
EMCOR
Aiken, SC
06.2019 - Current
- Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as lubrication, checking fluids and replacing worn parts.
- Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
- Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
- Performed root-cause analysis on defective components, disassembling them to identify issues and completing necessary repairs.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Dismantled machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas
Industrial Construction
A-Lert Construction Services
Augusta, GA
04.2005 - 06.2019
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Followed safety protocols and used protective equipment during painting projects to minimize risk.
- Removed fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps, and electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Machine Maintenance Mechanic
Avondale Mills
Graniteville, SC
06.1993 - 04.2005
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Dismantled machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas.
- Measured and inspected parts to detect wear and misalignment.
- Read and interpreted machine manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Maintained preventive program to keep equipment operating, minimizing down time and increasing productivity.
- Inspected and listened to [Type] machines and equipment to locate cause of malfunction.
- Repaired machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.
- Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season.
- Provided top quality control to eliminate maintenance downtime.
Education
Certificate - Automotive Mechanics
05.1991
High School Diploma -
05.1991
Skills
- Machinery Assembly
- Troubleshooting
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Facility Upkeep
- Service and Repair
- Mechanical Problem Diagnosis
- Heavy Labor
- Replace Components
- Safe Work Practices
- Corrective Actions
- Safe Equipment Handling
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Cutting Torches
- Lubricate Parts
- Metalworking Abilities
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - EMCOR
06.2019 - Current
Industrial Construction - A-Lert Construction Services
04.2005 - 06.2019
Machine Maintenance Mechanic - Avondale Mills
06.1993 - 04.2005
Aiken County Career Center - Certificate, Automotive Mechanics
Silver Bluff High School - High School Diploma,