Michael Drabing
South Sioux City
Summary
Dedicated industrial maintenance mechanic with a strong focus on preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting. Demonstrates a solid ability to diagnose mechanical issues, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment. Committed to enhancing organizational efficiency through proactive maintenance practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Tyson Freash Foods
Dakota City
06.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and repaired production equipment, restoring functionality and minimizing downtime.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify potential problems before they escalated.
- Disassembled malfunctioning equipment to identify and resolve issues, ensuring reliable operation.
- Installed and repaired basic mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and process control systems.
- Adjusted plant equipment to optimize performance and ensure safe operating conditions.
- Operated a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, grinders, drill presses and saws.
SelfEmployed
Self Employed
South Sioux City
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Maintained cleanliness of bathrooms by efficiently cleaning toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors to ensure a hygienic environment.
- Conducted thorough inspections of property to identify and address damage or pest infestations, contributing to overall maintenance and safety.
- Resolved plumbing issues by repairing leaking pipes, unclogging drains, and fixing malfunctioning toilets, enhancing functionality of facilities.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;.
- Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound.
- Installed windows and doors according to safety and quality standards.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;
- Installed wooden frames for doors, windows and walls in accordance with blueprints.
- Assembled and nailed together the framework of studs, headers and sills.
- Performed basic carpentry work such as building, assembling, repairing furniture and cabinets.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Caulked and sealed around windows and doors to improve insulation.
Education
Industrial Mechanic ( Tyson Foods Course) - Completed Industrial Mechanic Course.
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA01-2025
GED -
Florence High School
Florence, CO03-1998
Skills
- Industrial machinery repair
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Conveyor systems
- Conveyor maintenance
- Gearbox maintenance
- Valve repair
- Plumbing
- Facilities Maintenance
- Building Maintenance
- Field Maintenance
- Parts Replacement
- Quality Control
- Installation and Finishing
- Lockout/tagout
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Troubleshooting Strength
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Supply Inventory Management
Affiliations
I enjoy the great outdoors. Fishing is a huge passion of mine. I also like to experience new places and people. If it is educational, you can bet your biscuit that I like it!
Certification
lead certified, driver licence, fork lift,
Education and Training
other
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Tyson Freash Foods
06.2024 - Current
SelfEmployed
Self Employed
01.2019 - 06.2024
Industrial Mechanic ( Tyson Foods Course) - Completed Industrial Mechanic Course.
Western Iowa Tech Community College
GED -
Florence High School