Cody Knuckles
Louisville,KY
Summary
Resourceful Industrial Maintenance Professional with expertise in equipment maintenance and repair. Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues and implementing preventive maintenance to optimize efficiency. Strong collaborator focused on minimizing downtime while adhering to safety protocols and technical schematics for reliable operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Grainger Industrial Supply
Louisville, KY
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance reliability.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in industrial machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that increased equipment lifespan and reduced repair costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex system failures effectively.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for maintenance and safety protocols.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify trends and recommend proactive measures.
- Led initiatives to streamline maintenance workflows, resulting in enhanced productivity across operations.
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Inspected and tested electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance activities and retained copy of equipment programs as backups.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
- Assessed risks associated with various machinery operations, informing proper safety protocols.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Installed, calibrated and tested new or repaired parts and equipment.
- Utilized computerized analytical software to detect potential mechanical problems.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
- Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams and blueprints to follow specifications in maintaining industrial machinery.
- Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
- Performed routine maintenance on various forklift models, enhancing equipment reliability and lifespan.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in forklifts to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for forklift maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
- Conducted routine inspections and diagnostics on industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to implement safety protocols and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical issues to restore functionality in a timely manner.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machinery, reducing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.
Cavalry scout
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
04.2020 - 07.2023
- Served in army since 2020, maintaining a clean financial and disciplinary record. Consistently reported to work on time, only absent when instructed. I've led, helped lead and taught people successfully willing to learn anything and everything I only become a leader when necessary
- Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy positions and movements.
- Analyzed terrain and environmental conditions to inform operational planning and execution.
Education
High-school equivalency -
Tar Heel Challenge Academy
New London09.2016
Skills
- Mechanic Experience (3 years)
- Vehicle Maintenance (3 years)
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Leadership Training
- Mechanical knowledge
- Equipment Repair
- Tire service
- Lawn care (5 years)
- Machinery Maintenance
- System Diagnostics
- Equipment Diagnostics
- Service technician
- Preventive maintenance
- Industrial maintenance
- Lockout procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting mechanics
- Automated Systems Maintenance
- Hydraulic repair
- Schematics
- Calibration skills
- Mechanical repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Pneumatic repair
- Electrical repair
- Inventory Control
- Safety awareness
- Preventive maintenance
- Building repair
Military Service
- Branch: Us army
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: E-4
- April 2020 to June 2023
- Cavalry scout my job is the eyes and ears on the field I collect information and send it up along with when I’m not in the field is to train the other guys and make them a asset to my team
Additional Information
I'm a good worker once I understand how to complete the job and do it correctly, i would love to learn how to do new things. My goal is to try to be the best asset the company I’ll work for has!
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Grainger Industrial Supply
03.2024 - Current
Cavalry scout
US Army
04.2020 - 07.2023
High-school equivalency -
Tar Heel Challenge Academy