Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Charles Ashley

Eastman

Summary

Dynamic Maintenance Technician with proven expertise at Frito Lay in equipment maintenance and electrical repairs. Adept at troubleshooting complex issues and providing technical support, ensuring minimal downtime. Recognized for critical thinking and problem-solving skills, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance. Committed to excellence in preventive maintenance and team training.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician 1

Frito Lay
Perry
02.2014 - Current
  • Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results.
  • Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
  • Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
  • Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.

Paramedic

Houston County EMS
Warner Robins
03.1994 - 02.2014
  • Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
  • Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
  • Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
  • Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
  • Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
  • Recorded detailed notes about patient condition before arrival at hospital facility for documentation purposes.
  • Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
  • Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
  • Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
  • Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.

Grocery Manager

Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
Eastman
01.1992 - 03.1994
  • Prepared reports regarding sales figures, expenses, inventory levels.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store by delegating tasks to the cleaning crew.
  • Scheduled shifts for employees based on business needs while adhering to labor laws.
  • Organized promotional displays to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, evaluated, disciplined, coached, and mentored employees.
  • Monitored inventory levels and stock shelves with new merchandise.
  • Provided feedback on employee performance reviews during annual evaluations.
  • Ensured compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
  • Assessed grocery store for cleanliness and checked proper stocking of shelves, refrigerated section and freezers.
  • Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.

Education

Paramedic - Emergency Medicine

Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA
03-1996

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Electrical repairs
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Instrument calibration
  • Technical support
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • Paramedic-Expired
  • Electrician-Lasped

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Maintenance Technician 1

Frito Lay
02.2014 - Current

Paramedic

Houston County EMS
03.1994 - 02.2014

Grocery Manager

Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
01.1992 - 03.1994

Paramedic - Emergency Medicine

Central Georgia Technical College
Charles Ashley