David Sowers
Fulton
Summary
Resourceful maintenance technician with 10 years of experience in industrial maintenance and facilities management. Proficient in hydraulics, welding, and troubleshooting, with a strong background in carpentry and equipment repair. Demonstrated leadership in supervising maintenance teams and executing preventative maintenance programs. Certified in OSHA 10 and 30, with a Journeyman License, committed to ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
KAYSER Automotive Group
Fulton
10.2024 - Current
- Plastic Mold Injection and Blow Mold routine maintenance and repairs on electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues and ensure equipment functionality
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders and completed tasks
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and extend lifespan
- Investigated equipment failures, identified root causes, and recommended corrective actions
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of maintenance workshop area to optimize efficiency
- Set up molds, adjusted machine settings, and monitored production processes to achieve desired product quality and quantity
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work area in compliance with company standards
- Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions by analyzing error codes, conducting visual inspections, and consulting technical manuals
- Operated auxiliary equipment such as conveyors, robots, or material handling systems to support production process
- Performed regular inspections on molds/machines
Maintenance Technician
Titan Tire
Union City
02.2020 - 10.2024
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues and ensure equipment functionality
- Collaborated with contractors and vendors for specialized repairs or installations
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders and completed tasks
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and extend lifespan
- Assisted in the development of annual maintenance budgets by providing input on necessary repairs or replacements
- Coordinated with other departments to schedule maintenance projects without disrupting daily operations
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all repair and maintenance activities
- Managed inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies to support efficient workflow
- Trained new technicians on proper procedures for equipment installation, troubleshooting, and repair
- Oversaw a team of 6 maintenance technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient completion of daily tasks
- Managed the scheduling and coordination of maintenance activities, optimizing productivity and minimizing downtime
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues or safety hazards, taking proactive measures to address them promptly
- Trained new hires on proper maintenance procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and industry standards
- Performed troubleshooting on complex machinery malfunctions, diagnosing problems accurately and implementing effective solutions
- Maintained accurate records of all completed repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities using digital documentation systems
- Coordinated with other departments such as production or engineering to plan scheduled shutdowns for major equipment repairs or upgrades
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs performed, and parts used
- Conducted regular safety inspections of the maintenance area, identifying potential hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements related to facility operations through regular audits and inspections
Maintenance Technician
PALLET SOURCE INC.
Martin
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Performed repairs, modifications, and preventative maintenance on buildings and facilities equipment, fixtures, and systems
- Completed basic weld to fixtures, piping and equipment.
- Followed scheduled maintenance list closely to keep machinery running well
- Work involves climbing at heights at or above six feet
- Operates a variety of equipment such as hand tools, laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work
Carpenter/ Millwright Journeyman
CARPENTERS UNION 357
Paducah
03.2012 - 08.2016
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex issues with automated processes or robotics systems.
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Troubleshot problems with hydraulic systems and pneumatics.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Assembled scaffolding to provide access to elevated work sites.
- Assisted in the placement of structural steel reinforcement materials.
- Installed formwork for slabs and walls.
- Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
- Planned work based on verbal instructions, blueprints, and written specifications.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from barges or trucks onto work sites using cranes or hoists.
- Installed temporary support structures such as bracing and cribbing around driven piles to provide additional stability until permanent support structures were installed.
- Assisted in rigging up various types of piling equipment including hydraulic impact hammers, vibratory hammers, diesel hammers and auger systems.
Carpenter Apprentice
Jay's Construction Company
Mayfield
06.2006 - 02.2012
- Residential, commercial and municipal construction projects.
- Specialized training in Rigging, Scaffold Building, Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, Welding, Blueprint Reading, Safety and First Aid Practices.
- Specific Qualities I Learned - Business Skills, Detail Oriented, Mathematics, Physical Strength and Problem-Solving Skills.
Education
High school or equivalent - General
Melvindale High School
Melvindale, MI05.2003
Skills
- Hydraulics
- Fabrication
- OSHA
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Commercial construction experience
- Safety compliance
- Welding
- Forklift
- Industrial Maintenance
- Millwright
- Supervising experience
- Preventive maintenance
- Electrical systems
- Plumbing systems
- Attention to detail
- Air filtration
- Machine lubrication
- Heat exchangers
- Journey-level background
- Troubleshooting skills
- Conveyor systems
- Blueprint and schematics
- Pneumatic systems
- Chiller maintenance
- Painting
- Air compressors
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Maintenance scheduling
- Variable frequency drives
Certification
- OSHA 10, 01/01/21, 12/31/26
- Journeyman License
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA 30
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
KAYSER Automotive Group
10.2024 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Titan Tire
02.2020 - 10.2024
Maintenance Technician
PALLET SOURCE INC.
01.2020 - 02.2021
Carpenter/ Millwright Journeyman
CARPENTERS UNION 357
03.2012 - 08.2016
Carpenter Apprentice
Jay's Construction Company
06.2006 - 02.2012
High school or equivalent - General
Melvindale High School