Facilities Maintenance Facility

CW

CHRIS WRIGHT

**********@*****.*** 320-***-**** Barstow, CA 92311

Facilities maintenance mechanic with several years of experience keeping industrial facilities and machines in top condition to support achievement of business goals and objectives. Natural and trained problem solver with innate understanding of how things work. Proficient in plumbing, electrical and machinery and always eager to master new technologies.

Equipment Troubleshooting

Power Tool Operation

Preventive Maintenance

Facility Maintenance

Painting

Welding

Plumbing Repairs

Grounds Maintenance

Drywall Installation

Lockout and tagout procedures

Mechanical inspection

CNH, Industrial Willmar, Minnesota

Facility Maintenance Technician

09/2021 - 03/2024

Replaced faulty parts, such as motors, switches, pumps, valves, and other components.

Ordered replacement materials required for repairs or replacements as needed.

Utilized computerized systems for tracking inventory levels of spare parts and supplies used in repairs and maintenance activities. Maintained the outside of the facility, keeping it groomed and clear of any debris.

Maintained and fixed any faulty machinery or equipment for smooth operation of the facility, which included some plumbing and electrical issues that arose.

Repaired or replaced worn out parts using hand tools or power tools such as welders, grinders and drills.

Troubleshot malfunctions by performing tests with various meters including amp probes and ohmmeters.

Adjusted functional parts of devices and control instruments according to specifications.

Ensured that all work orders are completed accurately within specified timelines.

Responded quickly to emergency situations related to facilities maintenance issues.

Maintained a clean and safe work environment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Installed new equipment according to manufacturer's instructions. Assisted in determining the cause of breakdowns by examining components for wear or defects.

Summary

Skills

Experience

Performed preventative maintenance on all mechanical and electrical equipment in the facility.

Conducted regular inspections of buildings and grounds to identify needed repairs or improvements.

Inspected machinery for proper functioning and diagnosed problems when necessary.

Participated in training sessions related to new technologies and techniques used in facilities management.

Inspected facilities and proactively detected and diagnosed potential or actual maintenance or repair needs by listening, looking and using precision measuring and testing instruments.

Performed building and equipment maintenance and repairs by doing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, vehicular and machinery work.

Recorded facilities work in official logs and meticulously tracked and followed recommended maintenance schedules to keep company operating smoothly and meeting customer needs.

Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.

Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue. Divine House, Inc. Willmar, Minnesota

Human Service Technician

08/2005 - 09/2021

Organized recreational activities for children and adults in residential facilities or group homes.

Encouraged and motivated clients to develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.

Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.

Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals. Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns. Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors. Attended meetings and participated in staff development training activities.

Provided transportation for clients when necessary for medical appointments or community activities.

Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.

West-Con, Grain Elevators Appleton, MN

Laborer

02/1998 - 03/2012

Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.

Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.

Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.

Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.

Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.

Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.

Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.

Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.

Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel. Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.

Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.

Operated heavy machinery in a safe and efficient manner. Inspected equipment daily to ensure proper functioning and safety. Operated Payloaders and Skidloaders to load grain trucks for transportation to other Grain Elevators.

Drove Grain trucks and tractor trailers to and from other Grain Elevators. Carlson Manufacturing Kerkhoven,

Minnesota

Welder/Metal Fabricator/Painter

01/2003 - 08/2005

Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.

Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.

Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.

Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.

Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.

Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.

Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together. Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.

Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.

Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.

Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames. Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery. Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines. Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives. Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.

Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting. Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.

Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.

Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment. Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.

Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.

Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.

Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes. Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.

Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes. Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting. Ridgewater College Willmar, MN

GED

02/2000

Education and Training

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