Samuel Evans
Johnstown,United States
Summary
Mechanic with 14 years of extensive expertise in diagnosing and resolving manufacturing equipment issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance. Proficient in preventative maintenance, conveyor troubleshooting, and utilizing precision tools for high-speed manufacturing. Adept at fostering teamwork, driving process improvements, and implementing cutting-edge maintenance strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
Knowledgeable, with robust background in mechanical systems and team leadership. Proven ability to manage complex repairs, streamline processes, and enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated expertise in diagnostics and preventive maintenance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Improvement Tech
AWS
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Lead Mechanic
Bright innovation labs
03.2024
- Maintain equipment in safe condition, ensuring minimal downtime and high-quality production.
- Translate OEM material into effective standards, improving equipment performance.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs, reducing breakdowns and increasing uptime.
- Document and communicate actions, ensuring continuity and safety among work teams.
- Utilize CMMS system for inventory management and work order processing.
MC3 mechanic
Abbott nutrition at Columbus ohio
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Diagnose and resolve manufacturing equipment issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
- Lead and coordinate major maintenance tasks, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability.
- Repair and replace components, including seals, bearings, and gears, to maintain equipment integrity.
- Handle wiring and motor replacements, ensuring electrical systems are up to standard and operational.
- Orchestrate major maintenance tasks, fostering teamwork for seamless execution of critical shutdowns.
- Pioneer cutting-edge maintenance techniques, revolutionizing repair processes and significantly extending machinery lifespan.
- Implement cutting-edge maintenance strategies, optimizing equipment performance and substantially extending machinery lifespan in manufacturing operations.
- Spearhead critical maintenance projects, minimizing downtime and driving operational efficiency through strategic planning and execution.
- Foster cross-functional teamwork to streamline major maintenance tasks, ensuring seamless execution of complex equipment shutdowns and upgrades.
- Meticulously diagnose and resolve intricate manufacturing equipment issues, applying technical expertise to maintain optimal system performance.
Maintenance mechanic
Anheuser-Busch/Inbev at Columbus
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Repaired and maintained equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete work orders, enhancing overall productivity.
- Utilized precision measurement tools to disassemble and reassemble machinery accurately.
- Interpreted schematics and manuals to troubleshoot and repair equipment effectively.
- Adhered to safety and 5S standards, ensuring compliance with SOPs and boosting safety metrics.
- Expertly diagnose, repair, and maintain complex machinery, utilizing precision tools and technical schematics to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Foster teamwork and autonomy in maintenance projects, adapting seamlessly to diverse work environments and contributing to efficient task completion.
- Drive process improvements through data analysis, initiating changes that enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
- Implement preventive maintenance strategies, significantly reducing downtime and extending machinery lifespan in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
- Interpret complex technical documentation and equipment manuals to troubleshoot issues swiftly, minimizing production disruptions.
Elevator Mechanic Apprentice
DC Elevator
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Led job sites as foreman, ensuring timely hydraulic system installs and elevator modernizations.
- Installed traction elevators and completed system upgrades, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Performed stick welding on structural steel, ensuring safety and structural integrity.
- Oversaw multiple projects, maintaining safety standards and meeting project deadlines.
- Installed hydraulic systems and reset hoses/lines, improving elevator functionality.
- Fostered teamwork among apprentices and senior mechanics, facilitating knowledge transfer and improving overall crew performance on complex projects.
Stack, Burn and Stow
EnerSys
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assembled, welded and stowed battery cells
- Utilized torches and welding equipment to assemble products
Tow Truck Operator
Pro-Tow LLC
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Performed initial inspection and maintenance on tow trucks
- Communicated with the dispatcher for breakdown/accident calls
- Utilized equipment such as chains, wenches and various safety equipment
E-5 (SRG) Equipment repairer
Department of Defense
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Served as E-5 (SRG) Equipment repairer specializing in CAT, Detroit, GM Diesel Engines
- Lead Technician for the Army National Guard FMS-4
- Hired and trained new recruits for (91B) wheeled diesel mechanic, tracked mechanic, generator mechanic, tool room technician and parts room technician
- Managed logistics (parts ordering, shipping/receiving, and inventory of parts)
- Diagnosed issues with test equipment such as compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges
- Performed diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical an automotive vehicles
- Assisted in the repair or overhaul of major systems including internal combustion engines, turbine engines, automatic and non-automatic transmissions, heavy duty drive line systems
- Repaired hydraulic and pneumatic utility systems and controls
- Adjusted and replaced damaged parts, complete preventative maintenance
- Recovered and evaluated inoperable vehicles
- Performed routine maintenance on communication equipment such as radios, field telephones, amplifiers, switchboards, recorders and intercoms by replacing components and elements
Tow Truck Operator
Big Hill Towing
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Performed initial inspection and maintenance on tow trucks
- Communicated with the dispatcher for breakdown/accident calls
- Utilized equipment such as chains, wenches and various safety equipment
Industrial Maintenance Technician Lead
Victoria's Secret
03.2025 - Current
- 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.
Education
CAT Diesel Engine School
01.2012
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Angelus seamer school
01.2021
Advanced Individual Training -
Diesel Mechanical School
01.2012
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US Army 91Bravo School
01.2012
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Shipping
- Receiving
- Preventative Maintenance
- Schematics
- Blueprints
- Stick Welding
- High speed manufacturing
- Conveyor troubleshooting
- Expert troubleshooting
- Heavy-duty vehicle repair
- Brake systems
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Computer skills
- Engine repair
- Mechanical repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Driveline maintenance
- Suspension systems
- Advanced diagnostics
- Welding and fabrication
- Shop housekeeping
- Welding
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety monitoring
- Hydraulic systems
- Battery maintenance
- Fleet management
- Quality assurance management
- Pneumatic tools
- Technical training
- Preventative maintenance
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician Lead
Victoria's Secret
03.2025 - Current
Operations Improvement Tech
AWS
10.2024 - 02.2025
Lead Mechanic
Bright innovation labs
03.2024
MC3 mechanic
Abbott nutrition at Columbus ohio
10.2022 - 02.2024
Maintenance mechanic
Anheuser-Busch/Inbev at Columbus
01.2019 - 01.2022
Elevator Mechanic Apprentice
DC Elevator
01.2017 - 01.2019
Stack, Burn and Stow
EnerSys
01.2016 - 01.2017
Tow Truck Operator
Pro-Tow LLC
01.2015 - 01.2016
Tow Truck Operator
Big Hill Towing
01.2013 - 01.2015
E-5 (SRG) Equipment repairer
Department of Defense
01.2010 - 01.2016
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Angelus seamer school
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US Army 91Bravo School
CAT Diesel Engine School
Advanced Individual Training -
Diesel Mechanical School
Training
- 2010 - 2012 United States Army – 91Bravo Department of Defense
- 2012 - 2016 Army National Guard Department of Defense
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