Colby Fraase
MINNEAPOLIS
Summary
Dependable maintenance technician offering several years of building maintenance and repair experience. 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.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
ADM
Enderlin
12.2022 - 04.2026
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery and equipment for maintenance needs.
- Performed preventive maintenance to ensure optimal functioning of systems.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components in production equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to swiftly resolve maintenance challenges, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Documented maintenance activities and service reports accurately.
- Assisted in training new technicians on maintenance protocols and best practices, facilitating smoother onboarding.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
- Executed systematic troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve equipment issues, minimizing downtime. to resolve issue.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and effective communication.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices and safety procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling and assigned tasks to optimize staff efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels and managed stock replenishment processes.
Concrete Laborer
Sandvig construction
Englevale
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Mixed concrete according to specifications and project requirements.
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling.
- Assisted in forming and pouring concrete for construction projects.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance on job sites.
- Prepared work areas by clearing debris and setting up materials.
- Monitored curing processes to ensure quality of finished concrete work.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Clean up work area by disposing of debris correctly when job is completed.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
- Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
- Prepare and pour foundations for structures.
Farm Hand
Travis Adolfs
Englevale
05.2015 - 04.2019
- Operate farm equipment
- Run semi
- Repairs
- Operated farm machinery to assist with daily agricultural tasks.
- Assisted in planting, cultivating, and harvesting various crops.
- Assisted in animal care, ensuring proper feeding and housing conditions.
Education
Enderlin Area Public School
Enderlin, North DakotaSkills
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical repair
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Detailed inspection
- Parts replacement
- Machinery installation
- System installations
- Conveyor systems
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Workflow supervision
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Training and mentorship
- Power and hand tool use
- Conveyor systems
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
ADM
12.2022 - 04.2026
Concrete Laborer
Sandvig construction
04.2020 - 12.2022
Farm Hand
Travis Adolfs
05.2015 - 04.2019
Enderlin Area Public School