Maintenece Mechanic
Shawn Penberthy
WE Soda
Green River,WY
20
Years of experience
Reliable maintenance and field service professional with 15+ years of experience in equipment repair, jobsite leadership, and preventive maintenance. Strong record in safety compliance, documentation, and mentoring crews to support productive, low-downtime operations.
Work History
Class A Mechanic surface mine maintenance
4 Years 6 Months- Resolved mechanical failures on heavy mining equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Identified mechanical issues and executed repairs to restore equipment functionality.
- Completed routine maintenance on machinery to support reliability and extend service life.
- Used diagnostic equipment to find faults and improve machine performance.
- Performed preventive maintenance on soda plant equipment and mobile machinery to minimize downtime.
- Inspected bearings, belts, hoses, and fittings for wear and damage.
- Changed worn parts with hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
Lead Mechanical Technician
1 Year 2 Months- - Led AMS team in rebuilding customer-owned engines and compressors to restore functionality.
- - Serviced CAT, Waukesha, and Cummins engines, enhancing performance and reliability.
- - Diagnosed issues in fuel and lubrication systems, ensuring operational integrity.
Lead Field Service Technician
5 Years 10 Months- Troubleshot engine, compressor, and control system faults in field locations.
- Led field technicians through repair procedures and safety checks.
- Documented service work in work orders and maintenance records.
- Coordinated with customers on site access, repairs, and equipment status.
- Tested repaired systems to confirm proper operation before release.
- Delivered outstanding customer service on field visits to meet corporate guidelines.
- Oversaw onsite and offsite maintenance, repair and installation jobs.
- Minimized customer callbacks and equipment failure by reviewing job upon completion.
- Calibrated instruments, controls and equipment to test function and evaluate performance.
- Inspected drives, motors and belts to complete comprehensive maintenance.
- Mentored and trained new employees on processes, flow and safety procedures.
- Resolved customer inquiries through effective telephone support to determine issues and provide solutions.
- Coordinated with vendors for procurement and service-related discussions, upper management, and peers.
- Traveled to field locations to evaluate equipment and performance.
- Resolved conflicts between customers and technicians related to job performance.
- Provided technical support to customers via phone and in-person visits.
- Troubleshot, diagnosed and resolved complex customer issues with minimal guidance.
- Monitored inventory levels of tools, spare parts, and other materials required for field operations.
Foreman
8 Years 8 Months- Oversaw Johnson Contractors crews at TVA project sites.
- Managed workers at varied experience levels on construction and restoration projects.
- Trained crew members on tasks, tools, and safety practices.
- Assisted crew members by offering direction and technical support on-site.
- Helped coordinate daily work schedules and field assignments.
- Tracked job progress to ensure timely completion within budget guidelines.
- Planned manpower and resource needs to support project activities.
- Supported safety procedures and jobsite compliance standards.
- Worked through field issues to keep work moving.
- Reviewed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Monitored project progress to ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Worked with other departments to meet project deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted detailed job-progress reports to keep stakeholders informed.
- Handled conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Worked with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Set up meetings with clients to review project specifications.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Followed company policies and procedures across all workers.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine worker needs for jobs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Bio Medical Technicien
Some College (No Degree) - Electronics and end devices
Some College (No Degree) - Laser alignement,Bearings,and Welding
Some College (No Degree) - Precision Measurements And Pump Repair
Skills
Engine diagnostics
Field troubleshooting
Control systems and fault diagnosis
Diagnostic tools and equipment
Hydraulic inspection
Equipment adjustment and repair
Ignition system and turbocharger repair
Heavy equipment installation
Maintenance project coordination
Parts ordering
Safety compliance
Advanced welding techniques
Team leadership and training
Customer service and support
Record keeping
Accountability and work ethic
Communication skills
Timeline
Class A Mechanic surface mine maintenance
WE Soda
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
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Enerflex
03.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Lead Field Service Technician
Archrock Inc.
04.2015 - 02.2021Read More
Foreman
TVA
07.2006 - 03.2015Read More
DeVry University
Some College (No Degree) from Bio Medical Technicien
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Cat Panel Technician
Some College (No Degree) from Electronics and end devices
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SWCC
Some College (No Degree) from Laser alignement,Bearings,and Welding
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SWCC
Some College (No Degree) from Precision Measurements And Pump Repair
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