Experienced Maintenance Technician & Fabricator with 15+ Years

Allen Hash

Fredericksburg, VA ***** • 606-***-**** • ************@*****.***

Willing to relocate anywhere • Authorized to work in the U.S. Professional Summary

Skilled Maintenance Technician, Fabricator, and Multi-discipline Tradesman with 15+ years of experience across industrial maintenance, injection molding, machining, welding, carpentry, boatbuilding, auto repair, and structural fabrication. Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Strong blueprint and schematic reading skills, safety-focused, adaptive, and experienced in both manufacturing and restoration settings. Work Experience

Houseboat Carpenter — Harbor Cottage Houseboats – Somerset, KY (April 2025 – Present)

• Build and maintain custom houseboats from hull to finished interior.

• Weld aluminum hulls, pressure-test for leaks, ensure structural integrity.

• Install electrical, plumbing, flooring, cabinetry, and finishing components. Maintenance Technician — Autokiniton Global Group – Bardstown, KY (August 2024 – January 2025)

• Performed mechanical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

• Supported production uptime with rapid diagnostics and repairs. Preventative Maintenance Technician — Dr. Schneider Automotive Systems – Russell Springs, KY

(September 2020 – August 2024)

• Disassembled, inspected, cleaned, and reassembled injection molds.

• TIG/laser welded repairs; machined components using lathe, mill, and grinder.

• Trained new technicians on mold inspection and rework procedures.

• Maintained PM logs in Excel and recommended process improvements. Restoration Specialist (Vintage Boats) — Woodies Restorations – Russell Springs, KY (September 2013 – July 2020)

• Restored wooden boats: hull rebuilds, plank refastening, rib construction.

• Performed welding, fiberglass repair, metal shaping, and parts fabrication.

• Completed painting, varnish, finish work, wiring, and engine rebuilds. Mechanic / Auto Body Technician — Oscar’s Auto Sales – Nancy, KY (June 2016 – February 2017)

• Performed auto body repair, painting, dent correction, and frame alignment.

• Handled mechanical diagnostics, suspension, engine repair, and alignments. Rip Saw Operator / Production Support — Armstrong Hardwood Flooring – Somerset, KY (April 2009 – July 2014)

• Operated ripsaw equipment ensuring continuous production and quality control.

• Maintained saw setup and wood specs; achieved multiple shift records. 15G Aircraft Structural Repairer — Kentucky National Guard – Frankfort, KY (April 2008 – April 2014)

• Repaired UH-60 and OH-58 helicopter structures using sheet metal and fiberglass.

• Performed precision fabrication using presses, brakes, shears, and welding. Education

Aircraft Structure Repair (Diploma) — U.S. Army Aviation Logistics School, Fort Eustis, VA

(2007–2008)

High School Diploma — Southwestern Pulaski County High School, Somerset, KY (2003–2007) Certifications & Licenses

• Gesswein Mold Polishing Technology Certification

• Overhead Crane Certification

• Forklift Certification

• Welding Certification

• Lockout/Tagout

• Class D Driver’s License

Key Skills

• CNC machining • Manual machining • Injection molding • Tool & die work

• TIG/MIG welding • Laser welding • Sheet metal fabrication • Blueprint reading

• Electrical troubleshooting • Low/high voltage • Schematics

• Hydraulics • Pneumatics • PLC maintenance • SCADA basics

• Carpentry • Cabinetry • Framing • Plumbing • HVAC basics

• Automotive diagnostics • Engine repair • Suspension • Alignments

• Tow truck operation (rollback, integrated recovery)

• AutoCAD • SolidWorks • Fusion 360 • MATLAB

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