James Pahner
Maintenance Mechanic
Abingdon, VA *4210
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Production machine maintenance worker, 9 1/2 years experienced in operating boilers,refrigeration machinery, pumps, piping, cooling towers and water treatment program and electrical equipment. Highly efficient and results-oriented. Lots of experience with most hand-tools and power-tools including drill-
press, welders-stick, tig, wire feed, and Oxy-Acetylene torch. Some experience with Lathes and milling machines.
Active monthly drilling Virginia National Guardsmen, all wheel Mechanic due to retire in two years. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Truck Driver
Covenant Transport - Chattanooga, TN
January 2017 to November 2017
Completed a daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections checklist before first delivery of the day. Checked vehicle's fluid levels and tire pressure and scheduled any required repairs. Operated motor vehicles in a safe and efficient manner. Obtained signatures needed to complete and process all paperwork in a timely manner. Long Haul Truck Driver
C R England Inc
March 2016 to January 2017
Salt Lake Cty, Utah
Completed a daily pre-trip and post-trip inspection checklist before first delivery of the day. Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation. Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations. Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner. Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip. Maintenance Mechanic
White Wave Foods - Mount Crawford, VA
May 2006 to March 2016
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam/water defects for production and supportive equipment for manufacturing soymilk. Complete all repairs and maintenance work to company standards. Ran steam plant, wash water filtration an softing and recovery systems, Refrigeration and AC systems for plant operation. Reduced downtime during production by maintaining equipment and reducing unnecessary maintenance. Took care of Facility building, grounds, roads, and fences. Used Hand tools and shop equipment to effect fabrication and repairs. Worked overtime including weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions. Kept supervisor informed of job progress and material requirements.
Education
Building and manufacture Maintenance Field
Massanuttan Technical center - Harrisonburg, VA
May 2006 to February 2015
Skills
ac/dc Theory, Maintenance, OTR, working on Industrial Electrical Systems Certifications/Licenses
Introduction to Computers
March 2011 to Present
Human Relation Skills
December 2011 to Present
Industrial Health and Safety
December 2013 to Present
Supervisory Skills
October 2011 to Present
Communication Skills
March 2011 to Present
Basic Motor controls
November 2013 to Present
Basic Mechanics
November 2011 to Present
Concepts of Technology
November 2012 to Present
Industrial Refrigeration I
April 2014 to Present
Industrial Refrigeration Ammonia I
April 2014 to Present
Refrigeration and A/C I
November 2010 to Present
Blueprint Reading and Schematics
April 2012 to Present
Boiler and Steam Operations
December 2011 to Present
Basic Programmable Logic Controllers
December 2007 to Present
Industrial Pipefitting
April 2012 to Present
Industrial Maintenance Welding
May 2007 to Present
Electronics I
April 2008 to Present
Electricity I (AC/DC Theory
May 2007 to Present
Electricity II ( Residential)
November 2007 to Present
Electricity III (Industrial)
April 2011 to Present
Phase II Utilities Equipment Repairer
December 2012 to Present
Phase III Utilities Equipment Repairer
December 2012 to Present
Certified CFC/HCFC Refrigerants Recovery Specialist December 2012 to Present
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (Virginia National Guard) August 2006 to Present
Additional Information
Skills
Effective team leader Certified Forklift Operator
Trained in some emergency response Sheet metal installations Expertise in most Equipment repairs Vast HVAC knowledge Equipment maintenance Initiative to work independently Metal working ability
120, 240 and PLC wiring
Supervisory Skills
Communication Skills
Basic Motor Controls
Basic mechanics
Concepts of Technology
Industrial Refrigeration I
Blueprint reading & Schematics
Boiler and Steam Operations
Programmable Logic Controllers
Basic Technical Math
Industrial Pipefitting- Independent
Industrial Maintenance welding
Electricity I (ac/dc Theory)
Electricity II (Residential)
Electronics I
Industrial Electronic Survey
Electricity III
Refrigeration & AC I
Industrial Refrigeration Ammonia I
AC & Refrigeration
Virginia National Guard
Classes:
Phase II Utilities Equipment Repairer
Phase III Utilities Equipment Repairer
Certified CFC/HCFC refrigerants recovery specialist Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
M1151a1 HMMWV Operator/ Mechanic
M1117 ASV Operator/ Mechanic
FMTVA1 Operator/ Mechanic
65person Bus Driver
Tankships Dangerous Liquids (PIC) 2000
Maritime College at Fort Schuyler
ShipBoard Firefighting 1998
Military Sealift Command, Atlantic Baldwin, New York