Christopher Wright
Beaver Falls
Summary
Dedicated maintenance professional known for strong problem-solving abilities and effective vendor collaboration. Expertise in managing repair schedules and implementing processes that drive efficiency and extend equipment lifespan.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Lead
Valvoline
Rochester
03.2019 - Current
- Supervised daily maintenance operations and ensured equipment functionality.
- Coordinated repair schedules to minimize downtime of equipment.
- Implemented preventive maintenance protocols to extend equipment lifespan.
- Documented maintenance activities and maintained accurate records.
- Collaborated with vendors for timely procurement of parts and supplies.
- Reviewed blueprints, schematics, drawings or other specifications to determine appropriate installation methods.
- Investigated customer complaints related to malfunctioning machines or equipment malfunctions.
- Documented any changes made during the course of a project including labor hours spent, material costs incurred.
- Supervised personnel assigned to perform scheduled preventative maintenance activities.
- Developed processes and procedures for efficient management of resources like manpower, time and money.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources to identify trends or patterns that could affect machine performance.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and materials used in the maintenance department.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
- Created detailed reports regarding the performance of machines and their components on a regular basis.
Owner/Operator
CW General Contracting LLC
Fombell
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Managed daily operations of general contracting projects and services.
- Oversaw project timelines and coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers.
- Developed estimates for project costs and material requirements.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards on job sites.
- Negotiated contracts with clients to establish project scope and deliverables.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to prepare for construction tasks.
- Maintained inventory of materials and tools for efficient project execution.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
Class A Electrical Maintenance Technician
Concast Metal Products
Mars
05.2014 - 03.2019
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems and equipment.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using testing tools and equipment.
- Installed new electrical systems and components following safety protocols.
- Installed, adjusted, calibrated and repaired various electrical components.
Caster Operator
INMETCO
Ellwood City
06.2011 - 05.2014
- Operated casting machines to produce metal components efficiently.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures.
- Monitored the casting process to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Operated overhead cranes to move heavy molds in and out of furnaces.
Welder/Fitter
American Bridge Company
Coraopolis
02.2011 - 06.2011
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components effectively.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate fabrication.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Adjusted welding parameters to suit different materials and thicknesses.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technician
Dean Tech
Pittsburgh, PA06-2016
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project management
- Inventory management
- Vendor collaboration
- Problem solving
- Equipment maintenance
- Building automation systems
- PLC programming
- Industrial automation
- Variable frequency drives
- Electrical schematics
- PLC hardware selection
- Motor control circuits
- Electrical installation
- Instrumentation calibration
- Program debugging
Timeline
Owner/Operator
CW General Contracting LLC
01.2021 - 01.2025
Maintenance Lead
Valvoline
03.2019 - Current
Class A Electrical Maintenance Technician
Concast Metal Products
05.2014 - 03.2019
Caster Operator
INMETCO
06.2011 - 05.2014
Welder/Fitter
American Bridge Company
02.2011 - 06.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technician
Dean Tech