Kevin McDade
Maintenance tech
Chicago, IL *****
ad0mls@r.postjobfree.com
Mechanically inclined to adapt to any environment if giving the chance Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Trailer Mechanic/generators
Picture support services - Warrenville, IL
October 2022 to Present
Repair trailers box:
Replace tires when needed
Replace brakes and suspension components
Make necessary adjustments routine application
Replace brake drums
Test pneumatics air for proper operations
Test lightning for proper operation
Perform preventive maintenance on generators on tractors for distribution of lightning on set Perform various hydraulic test for lift gates and positioning of mobile generators up to 480 volts ac/dc for trailers only Perform routine housekeeping duties for safety.
Trailer Mechanic/plant/Small engines
ATMI - Aurora, IL
March 2018 to October 2022
• Performed maintenance on diesel tractors,repairing hydraulic systems
• Assisted plant support with motors generators
• Over head crane motors/and conveyors ranging from 110v to 480v 3 phase
• Utilized man lifts and scissor lifts to repair or change out motors on cranes and lift all operations are high voltage projects.
• Was frequently involved in various projects using a wide variety of hand tools and heavy-duty equipment.
• This job exercised a variety of mechanical, hydraulics and pneumatic applications. • In 3 yrs I learned a lot and did a lot a this if I could supported my family I would've never left Maintenance Technician
Tangent Technologies, LLC - Aurora, IL
February 2022 to June 2022
• Performed troubleshooting and preventive/ongoing maintenance for production lines,machine parts and equipment components
• Engaged in electrical and mechanical repairs
• Replaced components such as motors and motor drives,pumps,sensors,hydraulic, pneumatic,transmission
• Work directly with 240v and 480v motors 3-phase utilized voltmeters/multimeter • Adjusted machine keeping in mind quality, tolerances, and order of operations(Loto). • Worked from scheduled,work orders,manuals,blueprints,charts,and instructions • Utilized precision measuring tools(calipers and micrometers).
CNC Machine Operator
Precision Tools - Montgomery, IL
September 2011 to March 2013
Operated machines such as lathes, mills and grinders. Set up machines and perform first-piece checks.
Inspected components using mics, calipers and gauges to ensure tight .0002 tolerance specifications were met. CNC Machine Operator
Aerotek Commercial Staffing - Oak Brook, IL
March 2010 to September 2011
Operated various brake press machinery and performed first-piece checks. Read blue prints to ensure specs were maintained to .0002 tolerances by using calipers and gauges to measure parts.
Production Mechanic
Dart Container - North Aurora, IL
July 2008 to March 2010
Repaired heat press forming machines for the manufacturing of plastic and Styrofoam cups. Perform trouble-shooting applications of hydraulic, pneumatic and steam driven machinery. Repaired, calibrated and completed preventative maintenance of all production equipment. Utilized computer to target down machinery; kept machines operating at company production standards.
CNC Operator
Roper Whitney - Rockford, IL
October 2007 to January 2008
laid off
Operated vertical and horizontal lathes and mills; set up and operated Okuma and Cincinnati mills. Achieved offset according to specifications.
Completed training classes for using calipers and reading blueprints. CNC Operator
P.G.I. Manufacturing - Rockford, IL
March 2006 to October 2007
Set up and operated mills, lathes and grinders; MORI Seiki Horizontal machine center. Completed training for using gauges, calipers and reading blue prints. CNC Operator
Daco Manufacturing - Aurora, IL
February 2005 to March 2006
Edited engine components for Caterpillar companies according to specifications. Operated vertical CNC lathe and used a variety of measuring tools. CNC Operator
Bradfoote Gear Works - Cicero, IL
November 2004 to February 2005
Set up lathe and hobbers machinery; light programming for Fanuc and Mazak controls. Performed preventative maintenance on computerized machinery throughout work cells. Electronic Technician
Summit Industries, Inc - Chicago, IL
October 2001 to November 2004
Assembled high voltage transformers 65kv); adhered to company safety procedures. Utilized multi-meters to ensure proper component ratings; used electrical and mechanical build sheets to layout correct placement of components. Operated and maintained CNC lathe building of high voltage transformers. Radiation Technician/Mechanical Support
Fermi Laboratory - Batavia, IL
August 1999 to October 2001
Repaired and tested underground injectors; vacuum tested beam components to ensure heat capacity. Operated LSM detector to identify contaminated materials and handled accordingly to level of detection Certified to operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
Education
CNC Machine Operator Training Program - Addison, IL November 2014 to April 2015
Certificate in Automotive Technology
Lakeland Community College - Danville, IL
September 2001
Electrical Electronics
Naval Command Training Center - San Diego, CA
1987
Computer Science
Alabama A&M University - Huntsville, AL
1986
Skills
• Manufacturing
• CNC
• Electrical Experience
• CNC Lathe
• Calipers
• Micrometer
• Blueprint Reading
• Press Brake Machine
• Calibration
• Mechanic Experience
• Hydraulics
• Precision Measuring Instruments •
Transmissions
• Welding
• Brake Repair
• Low Voltage
• Suspension
• Automotive Repair
• Oil Change
• Fabrication
• Mechanical knowledge
• Maintenance
• Programmable Logic Controllers •
Plasma Cutting
• Air brake
Military Service
Branch: United States Navy
Service Country: United States
Rank: Ce-3
May 1983 to June 1987
• Basic Electronic/electrical
Commendations:
• Certificate of Completion