Thomas Barrett
Tallassee
Summary
Results-driven Lead Maintenance Technician with expertise in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. Proven ability to implement preventive maintenance schedules and process improvements, reducing downtime and enhancing equipment efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
KRC Machine Tool Solutions
Boone County Kentucky
10.2021 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections, identifying potential issues to prevent equipment downtime.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced repair times.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex mechanical failures effectively.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan and reliability.
- Maintained accurate maintenance logs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Led emergency repair efforts, minimizing production disruptions through quick response actions.
- Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities.
- Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
- Repaired and maintained both 3-phase and single-phase motors.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by optimizing maintenance processes, including prioritization of work orders and inventory management.
- Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations after major breakdowns or incidents to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided functional plumbing by repairing leaks, removing drain clogs and lubricating parts.
- Repaired and installed electrical wiring for light fixtures, power outlets and [Type] system.
- Served as primary point-of-contact between maintenance department and vendors, ensuring clear communication regarding parts delivery timelines and specifications.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations and ensuring proper use of protective equipment.
- Reduced downtime by coordinating with production teams to schedule maintenance tasks during non-peak hours.
- Used arc welding, tig welding and plasmas cutting equipment to repair metal structures, components, and manufacturing machinery.
- Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
Lead Maintenance Technician
GE Aviation
Auburn AL
01.2013 - 10.2021
- Supervised maintenance operations to ensure optimal performance of machinery and equipment.
- Completed necessary ISO documentation and records to show compliance.
- Performed carpentry work by constructing and repairing walls, doors, windows and [Item].
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for repair instead of replacement, extending the lifespan of critical machinery.
- Assisted in training junior technicians, enhancing their technical skills and fostering a culture of teamwork within the department.
- Enhanced equipment reliability through thorough troubleshooting and timely repairs of malfunctioning systems.
- Developed standardized operating procedures for routine maintenance tasks, promoting consistency across all team members and reducing errors.
- Collaborated with other technicians on complex repairs, resulting in expedited resolution of equipment issues.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
Armor Welding Supervisor
MDT Armor
Auburn Al
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Supervised welding operations to ensure compliance with safety standards and quality specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior welders in advanced welding techniques and best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced material waste.
- Coordinated workflow among teams to meet production deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
- Conducted regular inspections of welding equipment to ensure proper functionality and maintenance schedules.
- Developed training programs for staff on new technologies and welding methodologies.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot design issues impacting production processes.
- Supervised welding projects for timely completion, ensuring adherence to blueprints and specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by implementing and enforcing strict safety and procedural guidelines.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing industry expertise to improve their skill sets and productivity levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all welding activities, ensuring proper recordkeeping for future reference.
- Evaluated new welding technologies to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Created a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration among team members while maintaining focus on meeting project deadlines.
- Developed customized welding procedures for specific applications, improving overall project outcomes.
- Managed inventory of consumables and materials to prevent delays in project timelines due to shortages.
- Established strong relationships with clients by providing clear communication regarding project progress, addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined workflow with effective resource allocation and scheduling of tasks.
- Trained team members on the proper use of specialized equipment, such as robotic welding systems or advanced cutting tools.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Addison High School
Welding -
Chambers Career Tech
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Data analysis
- Power distribution
- Arc welding
- Electrical work
- Electrical maintenance
- Pneumatic controls
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Plumbing
- Electrical systems
- Welding techniques
- Equipment installation
- Plumbing repairs
- Pneumatic systems
- Lock out tag out
- Equipment Repair
- Building maintenance
- System installations
Certification
Hazard Waste RCRA
Fanuc Electrical Maintenance
Fanuc Handling Tool and Programming
Advance Training Self-Care Optics Maintenance of EOS 280
Advance Training Self-Care Optics Maintenance of EOS 290
Makino CNC Maintenance and Programming
OSHA 10 Hour Occupational and Health Training
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
Languages
English
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
KRC Machine Tool Solutions
10.2021 - Current
Lead Maintenance Technician
GE Aviation
01.2013 - 10.2021
Armor Welding Supervisor
MDT Armor
01.2003 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Addison High School
Welding -
Chambers Career Tech