William Christ
Niantic,IL
Summary
Skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Austin Industries, enhancing equipment reliability and safety through preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting. Expert in pump maintenance and bearing replacement, coupled with a service-oriented mindset. Achieved significant downtime reduction by implementing strategic maintenance schedules, demonstrating a strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to efficiency improvement. Experienced with maintaining and repairing mechanical systems. Utilizes diagnostic tools and preventive maintenance strategies to ensure equipment functionality. Knowledge of safety standards and operational efficiency in mechanical maintenance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Austin Industries
03.2020 - Current
- Coordinated effectively with cross-functional teams during shutdowns or major repairs, optimizing productivity during critical periods while minimizing overall downtime.
- Assisted in reducing downtime by implementing effective maintenance schedules and protocols.
- Contributed to a safer working environment by addressing potential hazards and promptly resolving any issues found during routine checks.
- Served as an on-call technician, providing prompt response and resolution to emergency situations that required immediate attention.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, adhering to strict industry standards and regulations.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular preventative maintenance procedures and identifying potential mechanical issues.
- Regularly communicated with operators to address concerns regarding machinery performance, fostering a proactive approach towards maintenance tasks.
- Assisted management with budget planning through accurate estimation of required resources for upcoming projects and repairs within the department''s scope of responsibility.
- Participated in root-cause analysis investigations following equipment failures, helping to develop long-term solutions that minimized future incidents.
- Conducted thorough research into alternative materials or technologies that could potentially improve overall equipment efficiency while reducing associated costs.
- Collaborated with engineering team to upgrade equipment for better performance, resulting in reduced maintenance costs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, and needed product adjustments.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Instrument Foreman
Jacobs Field Services
03.2015 - 03.2020
- Implemented cost-saving measures by consolidating instrument inventory management across multiple departments.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by creating detailed scopes of work for contractors involved in instrumentation projects.
- Streamlined instrumentation calibration processes, resulting in improved accuracy and reduced downtime.
- Ensured accurate process measurements through diligent calibration of critical instruments such as flow meters, pressure transmitters, and temperature sensors.
- Advised management on best practices for instrument selection, reducing instances of premature equipment failure.
- Led a team of technicians to complete complex installation projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement upgrades to existing instrumentation systems.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
Education
GED -
Macon-Piatt Regional Office of Education
Decatur, IL11-2007
Skills
- Pump maintenance
- Bearing replacement
- Lubrication techniques
- Valve repair
- Precision measuring tools
- Conveyor systems
- Blueprint interpretation
- Heat exchanger maintenance
- Schematic reading
- Seal installation
- Machine repair
- Hand and power tools
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety awareness
- Parts replacement
- Machine lubrication
- Plumbing repairs
- Service-oriented mindset
- Supply management
- Residential construction
- Mechanical repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Power and hand tool use
- Field maintenance
- Safety-oriented mindset
- Heat exchangers
- Journey-level background
- Reporting and documentation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Efficiency improvement
- Grounds upkeep
- Plumbing
- Building maintenance
- Organized nature
- Predictive maintenance
- Fan maintenance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Documentation
- Plumbing repair
Certification
NCCER Certified Plus - Rigger, NCCER Certified Plus- Foreman, NCCER Certified Plus- Instrument Fitter, NCCER Certified Plus- Support Mechanic
Timeline
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Austin Industries
03.2020 - Current
Instrument Foreman
Jacobs Field Services
03.2015 - 03.2020
NCCER Certified Plus - Rigger, NCCER Certified Plus- Foreman, NCCER Certified Plus- Instrument Fitter, NCCER Certified Plus- Support Mechanic
GED -
Macon-Piatt Regional Office of Education
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