James D. Strobel
West Saint Paul, MN 55118
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Summary
Industrial Mechanic efficient at repairing/operating machinery and mechanical equipment. Specializing in troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions to maintain the efficient operations within the facility.
Summary of Skills
●Extensive experience in repairing mechanical equipment and machinery
●Excellent knowledge of troubleshooting and providing preventative maintenance
●Basic knowledge of construction, metal fabrication, welding, electrical and plumbing
●Ability to remove defective parts through machine shop instrumentation
●Solid understanding of gear grinders and similar industrial parts
●Ability to make decisions and follow all safety guidelines laid by the organization
Professional Experience
Schmidt Brothers, Inc., Eagan, MN
General Construction - April 2016 - Present
●General Construction
Nickelodeon Universe, Mall of America, Bloomington, MN
Park Maintenance Mechanic - March 2002-April 2016
●Inspected rides daily for mechanical or structure failures
●Maintained PH levels in pond and log ride water
●Provided maintenance of the park through construction, welding, machinery, electrical and plumbing
●Provided the rehabilitation on all rides throughout the year
●Kept inventory on each ride for parts and ordering
●Worked with manufacturers and insurance companies to improve the efficiency and safety of the park
●Made custom parts and tools and operated fork trucks and lifts
The Gillette Company-St. Paul, MN
Line Mechanic – 1984-2001
●Setup and implemented new lines and procedures
●Observed and obeyed safety precautions and regulations
●Acted as factory liaison for Carlson brush machine representatives
●Provided training to new line mechanics
Certifications
●Industrial Machine Mechanic Degree-Redwing Vocational School- 1984
●Machine Tool Tech Certificate-Saint Paul Technical College-1993