Kevin Burton
Beaver Dam
Summary
Industrious Maintenance Mechanic looking to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities. Skilled at inspecting machinery and structures for any damages, defects, or malfunctions. Proficient in performing both preventive maintenance and emergency maintenance services.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance mechanic
Mizkan (Ragu)
11.2020 - Current
- Duties include but are not limited to, preventative maintenance on various equipment, welding, fabrication, and troubleshooting faulty equipment
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
Welder / Fabricator
Hendrick Screen Company
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained a clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Welder
Carpenters local 224
04.2015 - 12.2017
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Welder
Trifecta Steel
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Maintained a clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
Welder
Titan Fabricators
08.2012 - 04.2014
- Some fitting and layout as well Operated forklifts, and started training on the mobile cranes
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained a clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Welder / Fitter
Dynamic Fabrications
04.2012 - 08.2012
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Welder
Tell City Boat Works
01.2012 - 04.2012
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Upholsterer
The HON Company
08.1999 - 12.2009
- Upholstery and Quality control
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure all finished products met or exceeded client expectations.
- Measured, cut and sewed materials to fit specifications.
- Maintained a well-organized work environment, ensuring tools and materials were readily available for each task.
- Stretched and tacked fabric into place.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality upholstery services and meeting project deadlines.
Rigger/Ironworker
Southern Industrial Constructors
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by implementing safe work practices at all times during rigging operations.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
Rigger/Ironworker
Kamtech
05.1996 - 12.1996
- Ironworker helper, Helped with set up of cranes and various types of steel fabrication, from handrails to pipe hangers
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by implementing safe work practices at all times during rigging operations.
Education
High School -
Ohio County High School
Beaver Dam, KY01.1996
GOTS Degree -
Owensboro Community and Technical College
12.2011
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Welding techniques
- Preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting equipment
- Blueprint interpretation
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance and repair
Certification
- Welding Certifications (Various Levels e.g., CWI, CWE, CWS, CWP) – American Welding Society.
Timeline
Maintenance mechanic
Mizkan (Ragu)
11.2020 - Current
Welder / Fabricator
Hendrick Screen Company
01.2018 - 11.2020
Welder
Carpenters local 224
04.2015 - 12.2017
Welder
Trifecta Steel
04.2014 - 04.2015
Welder
Titan Fabricators
08.2012 - 04.2014
Welder / Fitter
Dynamic Fabrications
04.2012 - 08.2012
Welder
Tell City Boat Works
01.2012 - 04.2012
Upholsterer
The HON Company
08.1999 - 12.2009
Rigger/Ironworker
Southern Industrial Constructors
01.1997 - 01.1999
Rigger/Ironworker
Kamtech
05.1996 - 12.1996
GOTS Degree -
Owensboro Community and Technical College
High School -
Ohio County High School
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