STEVEN LUCHINI
Mountain City,TN
Summary
Oriented Fabrication Welder, Auto Mechanic, Equipment Tech successful at managing projects and self motivating to accomplish challenging objectives in dynamic environments with diagnose and repairing capabilities. Adaptable Tech with outstanding skills in architectural, construction and mechanical drafting design, with problem solving aptitude. Technical savvy with creative approach producing, diagnose with visual depiction of products to be installed or repaired. Maintained and promoted professional competence through commitment to creativity and excellence. 21 years of professional experience 4-4 years of post-secondary education. Bachelor of Science in Project Management Degree.
Skilled fabrication professional with strong expertise in welding, interpreting blueprints, and metalworking. Proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on time while maintaining safety standards. Effective team collaborator known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Specialized skills in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, along with proficiency in using various metal fabrication tools and machinery.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fabrication Welder
NS Welding
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and company guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Implemented innovative solutions for complex fabrication challenges, resulting in increased efficiency without sacrificing quality.
- Expanded skill set by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities, including workshops and seminars.
Master Mobile Mechanic
Luchini Mobile Mechanic Servies
02.2020 - Current
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work
- Researched parts availability and pricing to stay on par with competitors and offer best services
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to prepare detailed repair estimates
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense
- Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages
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Mechanic Shop Foreman
Goldsmith Painting And Cleaning
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations
- Managed resources, materials, systems maintenance, regulatory compliance, schematics implementation and proper documentation of orders, operations, schedules and evaluations
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment
- Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands
- Oversaw employee performance, and corrected problems
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace
- Managed efficient teams of up to 15 employees
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues
- Rebuilt and repaired all fleet, power tools and equipment
- Site Leader, 14,000 water blaster operator, part fabricator, read and followed through with blue prints instructing other on work load and expectations
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Maintenance Mechanic
Food City Distribution Center
11.2006 - 09.2017
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality
- Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality
- Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods
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Pipefitter
Rock Hill Industrial
06.2006 - 08.2007
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment
- Threaded pipes using piping machines
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary
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Machine Operator
Royal Mouldings
12.2001 - 12.2006
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
- Used precision measuring tools, micrometers and calipers to meet required product specifications
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures
- Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification
- Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts
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Sprinkler Pipe Fitter
G And S Installation Usa
04.2004 - 06.2006
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes
- Threaded pipes using piping machines
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxiliary equipment to complete installations
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods
- Calibrated piping systems and components to optimize performance
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading
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Education
High School Diploma -
John Battle High School
Abingdon, VA05-2001
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics
William Neff Vocational Center
05-2001
Certificate Of Completion - Drafting Technology
William Neff Vocational Center
05-2001
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics
John Battle High School
05-2001
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Washington County Adult Skill Center
Abingdon, VA05-1999
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO02-2026
Skills
- Component Repair, and Fabrication
- Equipment Diagnostics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Work Order Management and Executer
- Price Quoting
- Lathe Machine Setup
- Written and Verbal Communication
- 14,000 PSI Water and Sand Blasting Machines Operator and Repair Tech
- Schematics Review
- Machine Setup and Calibration
- Equipment Maintenance
- Blueprint Interpretation
- CNC Machine Setup and Operation
- Tooling Requirements
- Electrical
- Architectural Knowledge
- Project Management
- Onsite and Remote Services
- Construction Techniques
- Decision-Making Strength
- AC/DC Control Circuitry
- Pipe Installation and Fitting
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Schematic Design and Understanding Aptitude
- Precision Measurements Mic and Calipers
- Blueprint and Schematics
- Head Lathe, Cylinder Bore, Part Fabrication
- Welding, Grinding, Electrical
- Rigging, Pipefitting
- Auto repair, Master Mechanic
- Forklift Operator, Repair Tech
- Shop Manager, Job Lead
- Equipment Setup, Operator
- DOT Certified
- Motor Tuning
- Conveyor Assembly
- Industrial Systems Troubleshooting
- Performance Optimization
- Power Tool Operation
- Fault Troubleshooting
- Machinery Repair
- Recordkeeping
- Follow Through
- Leadership
- Work Planning
- Foundation Building
- Equipment Installation
- Piping Diagram Interpretation
- Diagram Interpretation
- Safety Inspection, Lock Out and Tag Out
- Layout Planning
- Parts Fabrication
- Schematic Reading
- Leak Repair
- Equipment Repair
- Good Communication
- Self Motivation
- Tech-Savvy
- Problem Solving
- Plasma cutting
- Stick welding
- Welding symbols
- Electrical safety
- Fabrication
Certification
- Master Mobile Mechanic Luchini Mobile Mechanic Servies 2020.02 - Current
- Mechanic Shop Foreman Goldsmith Painting And Cleaning 2018.03 - 2021.08
- Maintenance Mechanic Food City Distribution Center 2006.11 - 2017.09
- Pipefitter Rock Hill Industrial 2006.06 - 2007.08
- Sprinkler Pipe Fitter G And S Installation Usa 2004.04 - 2006.06
- Machine Operator Royal Mouldings 2001.12 - 2006.12
LANGUAGE
English - Fluent
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
NS Welding
01.2025 - Current
Master Mobile Mechanic
Luchini Mobile Mechanic Servies
02.2020 - Current
Mechanic Shop Foreman
Goldsmith Painting And Cleaning
03.2018 - 08.2021
Maintenance Mechanic
Food City Distribution Center
11.2006 - 09.2017
Pipefitter
Rock Hill Industrial
06.2006 - 08.2007
Sprinkler Pipe Fitter
G And S Installation Usa
04.2004 - 06.2006
Machine Operator
Royal Mouldings
12.2001 - 12.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics
William Neff Vocational Center
Certificate Of Completion - Drafting Technology
William Neff Vocational Center
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics
John Battle High School
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Washington County Adult Skill Center
High School Diploma -
John Battle High School
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University