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Thomas Jones

Prairie Farms Dairy LLC
Giard
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience

Hardworking Maintenance Technician with 20+ years of experience performing maintenance and repair duties especially with preventive maintenance, metal fabrication, mechanical troubleshooting, and HVAC systems. Safety oriented team player with strong attendance record and great communication skills.

Work History

Maintenance Technician

13 Years 6 Months
Prairie Farms Dairy LLC | 02.2013 - Current
  • Completed routine inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues, implementing effective solutions to restore functionality swiftly.
  • Collaborated with production team to coordinate maintenance schedules, enhancing workflow continuity.
  • Regularly maintained boiler system(s)
  • Chemical testing on boiler system(s)
  • Performed regular routine maintenance on vacuum pumps
  • Performed full preventative services on air compressors
  • Experience with electrical including: 480 volt, 220 volt, 120 volt
  • Experience with electrical work with low voltage (24 volt) systems, power supplies, PLCs, blueprints, & frequency drives
  • Structural Metal Fabrication
  • Welding experience with mig welding, stick welding, & sanitary stainless tig welding
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Utilized a variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Reduced equipment failures, meticulously adhering to manufacturers' maintenance guidelines.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.

Education

High School Diploma

MarMac Highschool | McGregor, IA

Skills

Preventive Maintenance
Building maintenance
Mechanical troubleshooting
Troubleshooting skills
Equipment installation
Equipment Repair
Lockout and tagout procedures
Power tools proficiency
OSHA
HVAC systems
Industrial equipment
Hydraulic systems
System installations
Air compressors
Pneumatic systems
Motor controls
Control circuits
Ventilation systems
Conveyor systems
Boiler maintenance
Blueprint and schematics
HVAC system maintenance
Reporting and documentation
Critical thinking
Wiring installation and repair

Certification

  • Ergonomics Training
  • Electrical Safety Training
  • Ladder Safety Training
  • Fire Prevention & Protection Safety Training
  • Chemical Safety Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Lock Out/Tag Out Training
  • AED Training
  • Confined Spaces Training
  • Lift Truck Safety Training
  • Sky Jack Certification
  • Emergency Preparedness Training
  • Workplace Violence Training
  • Fork Lift Certification
  • Bloodborne Pathogens Training
  • Machine Guard Training
  • Food Allergens Prevention Training

Interests

Enjoy spending my free time working on projects including: air brushing
buffing
auto repair
auto restoration
gardening
and boating.

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Prairie Farms Dairy LLC
02.2013 - CurrentRead More

MarMac Highschool

High School Diploma
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Thomas Jones