Kenneth Humes
Woodruff
Summary
Dependable maintenance technician offering several years of building maintenance and repair experience. Experienced in many maintenance fields such as forklift repairs , conveyor repairs, and automated machinery. Used gsmi, and sort director technology. Kept daily track of production time and charging out used parts. Use to a fast paced and fast response repair calls and break downs, having to take care of the needs of our immediate customers, knowing how important down time is to keep to a minimum. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical systems and exterior and interior lighting system repair. Worked on a monthly pm schedule on P.I.E equipment, conveyor pms, lighting pms, generator pms and fire systems. Was also a trainer on fork lift licenses, certified in reach truck, dock truck, order picker, swing reach, tuggers, floor scrubber, boom lift, and scissor lift. Very team oriented, while being self driven. Understanding the importance of working together, and providing a positive attitude. Understanding how we as maintenance technicians are the to take care of the needs of our customers, no matter how big or small. Maintained a clean , organized and safe environment. Always maintained a excellent attendance and safety record.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Grainger Distribution Center
Simpsonville
09.2015 - 09.2025
- Conducted routine inspections on facility equipment and systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on conveyor systems and machinery.
- Kept track of inventory and made adjustments to inventory counts if requests from warehouse staff.
- Repaired and pm fork lift equipment, Raymond and crown.
- Worked on Conveyor, belt on rollers, MDR beds, Netta belt.
- Work with photo eyes, scanners. Sensors.
- Worked with PLC'S, VFD'S.
- Repaired, replaced and rebuilt Conveyor gear motor and boxes.
- Fabrication
- Plumbing
- Worked with building contractors on building repairs.
- Experienced with Dematic and intelligrated.
- Repaired electrical and mechanical issues in distribution center equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for repair tasks effectively.
- Experienced in sort director logic.
- Use LOTO procedures with repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Read schematics and blue prints
- Forklift lift license trainer
- Kept track of inventory of parts used and in parts isle, adjusting counts if needed
Assembler
Bosch
Simpsonville
01.2015 - 09.2015
- Assembled components using hand tools and power tools per specifications.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes and improve efficiency.
- Operated machinery for assembly tasks, following safety protocols consistently.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to support safe working conditions.
- Inspected incoming materials for defects before incorporation into production line.
- Maintain a clean work area by sweeping up debris from assembly operations.
- Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
- Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
- Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations while carrying out daily tasks.
- Record production data such as number of units produced, rejected items.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders to determine the specific assembly instructions.
- Maintain accurate inventory records of all materials used in the manufacturing process.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Equipment Technology
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC 08.2011 - 08.2012
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- PLC programming
- Conveyor systems
- Electrical repairs
- Preventive maintenance
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Generator maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Machine lubrication
- Equipment Repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hydraulic systems
- Troubleshooting skills
- Power and hand tool use
- Building maintenance
- Electrical panels
- Trainer
- Effective communicator
- Pneumatic systems
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- OSHA
- Documentation
- Building automation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Safety-oriented mindset
- Mechanical aptitude
- Motor controls
- Plumbing repairs
- Hand and power tools
- PLC troubleshooting
Affiliations
- Spending time with my kids outside playing sports or enjoying fishing.
- Doing volunteer work
- Grilling out
- Going to football games
- Working on car rebuild
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Grainger Distribution Center
09.2015 - 09.2025
Assembler
Bosch
01.2015 - 09.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Equipment Technology
Greenville Technical College
08.2011 - 08.2012