David Watson
RESUME
Rock Spring, GA *****
***************@*****.***
Professional Summary
To obtain proper placement with a reputable and stable company, with the potential for further advancement and the promise of a challenging and rewarding experience. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Reliability Technician
Propex Global-Ringgold, GA
February 2017 to October 2024
Formerly known as Synthetic Industries, I performed preventative maintenance, scheduled or planned downtime to address issues that need attention. Breakdowns, whether minor or major, done, with Safety, Quality and Efficiently always at the forefront. Ensuring machinery runs to specs. Created work orders for any worked done during shift. Depending on size of a job, I would operate 4 wheeled drivable indoor crane, or overhead 3 ton crane to remove and replace repaired work or pieces of machinery. ALL work demands Safety, Quality and Efficiently...In that order. Deck man
Georgia Pacific-Rome, GA
February 2012 to March 2015
Worked in The sawmill division where de-branched trees were sent through a computerized program and machine called a V.D.A which as the log is scanned the program gets the most usable, best, possible grade finished products such as 2x4 2x6 etc. I had the responsibility of identifying any visual defects and discard.
Maintenance Mechanic
Mohawk Industries-Lyerly, GA
2008 to 2012
Hired as maintenance mechanic. Worked on various types of machinery with safety, quality and effiencency as priority # 1. Did various types of preventative work. Inspected machinery and make records of any abnormalities. Make a work order for any issues found, schedule work and make repairs, repaired or replaced defective parts. Troubleshoot issues to determine the R.C.A, and rectify the issue. Safety is Always at the forefront of ANYONE performing or contributing to any work. Maintenance Technician
Shaw Industries-Chickamauga, GA
July 1989 to March 2007
1. Formerly known as Synthetic Industries) 1989-2007 Started as entry level floor sweeper and worked my way up through various positions; becoming proficient at each one throughout the facility. Promoted in 1990 (after 3 years training) to an Advanced Sultzer Tech 3. Worked on Sultzer Ruti weaving machines for 27 years. I would troubleshoot and repair minor to major breakdowns. Preventative maintenance on said machines to ensure optimal production. It behooved me as a tech to make sure that all 66 machines ran at top performance as we were paid production. Filled in as Supervisor as needed. Received 18 months of education learning mechanics of machines. 18 months hands on experience. also became the O.J.T that determined if you had strong enough trouble shooting skills to become a level 3 or an overhauler.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Theology
Lee University - Cleveland, TN
May 1987 to June 1991
12 in High school
Model High School - Rome, GA
May 1984 to May 1987
Skills
• Mechanical Knowledge (10+ years)
• Maintenance (10+ years)
• Industrial Equipment (10+ years)
• Manufacturing (10+ years)
• Mechanic Experience (10+ years)
• Forklift (10+ years)
• Hand tools (10+ years)
• Power tools (10+ years)
• Oil Change (10+ years)
• Facilities Maintenance (10+ years)
• Welding (10+ years)
• Brake Repair
• Tire Service
• Crane (10+ years)
• Delivery Driver Experience
• Fabrication
• Equipment Repair
Certifications and Licenses
Driver's License
July 2023 to July 2028
CPR Certification
February 2017 to February 2026
Maintenance were "first responders" trained yearly in CPR, AED usage. Certified to perform on babies, youth and adults.
Assessments
Customer focus & orientation — Completed
December 2021
Responding to customer situations with sensitivity Full results: Completed
Forklift safety — Proficient
December 2021
Best practices and safety hazards in forklift operation Full results: Proficient
Mechanical knowledge — Proficient
December 2021
Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes Full results: Proficient
Attention to detail — Proficient
December 2021
Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
Full results: Proficient
Filing & organization — Completed
December 2021
Arranging and managing information or materials using a set of rules Full results: Completed
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Additional Information
Have worked in the maintenance field for 30 yrs. Primarily worked on industrial machinery in the woven and non woven textile industries.