Dennis Garris
**** ******* **** ** *********, SC 803-***-****
dennisgarris @comporium.net
SUMMARY:
Analytically-driven multi-craft maintenance technician accustomed to the fast pace and demands of a high-speed multicultural industrial manufacturing setting. Highly adaptable and experienced, dedicated to producing error-free results, safe working conditions, and quality service. Works well without supervision, capable of prioritizing work orders to meet the objectives of the company. Maintains good communication with all levels of management and workforce. EXPERIENCE:
Adornus Lancaster, SC
Maintenance Technician January 2020 – November 2020
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair existing machinery and new installations for residential cabinetry manufacturer new location, both electrical and mechanical applications
• Work with international crew during installation of equipment
• Multi-craft facilities maintenance for operations, front office, and grounds including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing
• Interpret blueprints, diagrams, and manufacturer guidelines with precision to minimize maintenance and repair time, improve performance, and deliver maximum value
• Source and obtain parts and supplies as needed for maintenance and repair activities
• Root cause analysis of downtime, suggest and implement preventive measures and increased efficiencies
• Develop and implement processes to reduce safety hazards Decorative Specialties Monroe, NC
Maintenance Lead January 2015 – January 2020
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical, existing machinery and new installations for cabinetry manufacturer
• Proficient in wire welding, lathe, milling machine
• Multi-craft facilities maintenance for operations, front office, and grounds including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing
• Root cause analysis of downtime, suggest and implement preventive measures and increased efficiencies
• Develop and implement processes to reduce safety hazards
• Contact and oversee domestic and international contractors installing new machinery, maintenance issues
• Develop preventive maintenance processes
• Team lead
UTI (for DuPont) Monroe, NC
Maintenance Technician October 2012 to January 2015
• Former BAE Systems facility, update machinery to new specifications
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical, existing machinery and new installations Decorative Specialties Monroe, NC
Maintenance Technician December 2010 to October 2012
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical, existing machinery and new installations
• Proficient in wire welding, lathe, milling machine
• Facilities maintenance for operations, front office, and grounds including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing
• Contact and oversee contractors installing new machinery BAE Systems Monroe, NC
Maintenance Technician I 2008 to 2010
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical, existing machinery and new installations
• Proficient in wire welding, lathe, milling machine
• Facilities maintenance for operations, front office, and grounds including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing
• Build control panels
• Oversee contractors installing new machinery and installing Uninterrupted Power Supplies
• Experience in facility with conditions and regulations related to being a defense contractor Belcan Monroe, NC
Maintenance Technician I 2008 to 2010
• Temp-to-hire for BAE Systems
Springs Global US Lancaster, SC
Electrician Crew Leader 2007 to 2008
• Responsible for nine associates in addition to Finishing Electronic Technician duties Finishing Electronic Technician 2004 to 2007
• Use of PC in diagnosing and repairing equipment problems
• Troubleshoot all types of electrical / electronic, gas and pneumatic equipment in all areas of textile manufacturing facility
• Train new and existing electricians as necessary in repairing equipment
• Contact as necessary during off hours for guidance and work over as needed
• Work without direct supervision, communicate with plant management and prioritize work based on manufacturing capacities
• Certified LTO
• Maintenance of wastewater and potable water facility First Class Electrician 1981 to 2004
• Troubleshoot electrical problems on machinery in manufacturing facility including water pumps, drives, gear boxes, AC/DC drives, 573 3-phase, hydraulic pumps, instrumentation gas equipment
• Run conduits, pull computer cables, read schematics and wiring diagrams for both existing and new installations
EDUCATION:
Harcourt High School Diploma 2001
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING:
Maintenance Fundamentals Electrical and Mechanical processes for an industrial setting Eurotherm Computer link system and PLC, AC/DC drives, maintenance and troubleshooting Parks Cramer Overhead blowers, maintenance and troubleshooting Ingersoll-Rand Centac centrifugal air compressor, maintenance and troubleshooting