Spencer Kimber
Spring Creek,NV
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Technician specializing in routine and preventative maintenance. Excels in troubleshooting, diagnosing faults, and executing timely repairs. Drives efficiency through strategic equipment upgrades while enhancing safety standards and compliance with regulations.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Underground Fixed Maintenance Technician
Nevada Gold Mines
Elko, NV
01.2020 - Current
- Performed regular preventive maintenance and services.
- Troubleshoot and repair a variety of stationary equipment such as hoist, conveyors, and pumps.
- Intstall perminent infrastructure in key designated areas and new systems.
- Repair of lines and structure in mine shafts.
- Performed routine inspections of equipment and systems for optimal performance.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs performed.
Process Maintenance Technician
Newmont Mining
Elko, Nevada
05.2011 - 01.2020
- Conducted regular inspections on machinery and equipment for optimal performance.
- Performed preventive maintenance to ensure operational reliability and safety.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Performed major equipment repair and replacement.
- Took the role of leadership and planning for maintenance, electrical, and operations.
- Grew through job specific training and vendor/educational instructors.
Drill Helper
Hard Rock Exploration
Elko, Nevada
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Monitored drilling parameters to ensure safety and efficiency during operations.
- Assisted drill operators with equipment setup and maintenance tasks.
- Prepared drilling sites by clearing debris and organizing tools and materials.
Welder
Kimber Fabrication
Montello, Nevada
10.2008 - 06.2010
- Performed job walks and quoting for clients.
- Worked on management of the company as self employed owner operator.
- Performed tasks and duties as they arrived.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Diagnosed equipment issues and performed basic repairs as needed.
Welder/Industrial Maintenance Technician
West Weld
Elko, Nevada
04.2006 - 10.2008
- Operated MIG, stick, and TIG welding equipment to execute precision metal projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to complete welding tasks accurately.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean work environment.
- Collaborated with contracts and customers to deliver completed work on schedule.
Education
N/A - Millright Technology
Great Basin College
Elko, NV 08.2011 - 09.2012
Not Complete - Automotive Technology
Western Wyoming Community College
Rock Springs, WY 08.2005 - 01.2006
West Wendover Jr/Sr Hight
West Wendover, NVSkills
- Equipment Operation
- Preventive upkeep
- Troubleshooting methods
- Mechanical fixes
- Mechanical Alignment
- Laser Alignment
- Welding and Fabrication
- Pumps
- Conveyors
- Power Transmissions
- Hoisting Equipment
- Hydraulics
- Crushers
- Field maintenance
- Equipment Repair
- Planning
- System installations
- Safety compliance
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Documentation
- Documentation skills
- Workflow improvement
- Regulatory knowledge
- Time management
- Project oversight
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Power tool skills
- Parts replacement
- Air filtration
- Air handlers
- Moderate Electrical
- Safety focus
- Lighting systems
- Gas detection
- Industrial equipment
- Excel
- SAP
- Mechanical aptitude
- Power and hand tool use
- Equipment upkeep
- Troubleshooting skills
- Problem-solving
- Industrial equipment
- Problem-solving
- Troubleshooting skills
Timeline
Underground Fixed Maintenance Technician
Nevada Gold Mines
01.2020 - Current
N/A - Millright Technology
Great Basin College
08.2011 - 09.2012
Process Maintenance Technician
Newmont Mining
05.2011 - 01.2020
Drill Helper
Hard Rock Exploration
06.2010 - 05.2011
Welder
Kimber Fabrication
10.2008 - 06.2010
Welder/Industrial Maintenance Technician
West Weld
04.2006 - 10.2008
Not Complete - Automotive Technology
Western Wyoming Community College
08.2005 - 01.2006
West Wendover Jr/Sr Hight