Chance Kirkland
Ocean Springs
Summary
Maintenance Technician with proven expertise at Fries Farms LLC in equipment maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Skilled in developing preventive maintenance plans and collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for adaptability and problem-solving abilities, ensuring compliance with safety standards while minimizing downtime and maintaining high-performance machinery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Fries Farms LLC
Surrency
09.2016 - Current
- Worked closely with engineering team to develop innovative solutions for existing problems.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Apprentice Millwright
Sack Company Maintenance
Dublin
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Inspected and completed troubleshooting to repair machinery.
- Ensured that all safety guidelines were followed while performing maintenance tasks.
- Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications, and establish work procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of industrial machinery and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating moving parts or cleaning surfaces to maintain optimal performance levels of machinery.
- Inspected operating safety devices for proper functionality after repairs, installations, modifications and installations.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
- Read blueprints and technical diagrams to understand assembly instructions.
- Collaborated with engineering staff to develop solutions for complex mechanical issues.
- Assembled moving parts and sub-assemblies and adjusted, leveled and tensioned machines and components.
- Tested completed installations to ensure proper functioning of systems.
- Assisted in assembling new machines or equipment using hand tools, power tools, fixtures and measuring instruments.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between work areas.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
GED -
Southeastern Technical College
Vidalia, GA07-2009
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Machine installation
- Safety inspections
- Mechanical repairs
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Self motivation
- Adaptability
- Excellent communication
- Hand and power tool operation
- Maintaining components
- Facility upkeep
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Supply management
- Parts replacement
- Multitasking Abilities
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment assembly
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Safety procedures
Certification
- Fall Protection
- Confined Space
- Forklift
- Scissor Lift
- Arial Lift
- Rigging
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Fries Farms LLC
09.2016 - Current
Apprentice Millwright
Sack Company Maintenance
04.2014 - 08.2016
GED -
Southeastern Technical College