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Mike Christianson

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Summary

I feel everything I have done so far up to this point in my life/careers has built me for this Job. I have a passion for Harley Davidson Motorcycles and have been obsessed with Motorcycle racing and specifically bagger racing since it started. I went to MMI right out of High School and started working at St Paul Harley not long after Graduation. My goal after taking several dealer upgrade classes was always to work for Harley Motor Company. Then life happened and had my first kid and join the Millwrights where i could still wrench. There i started installing and rebuilding heavy manufacturing equipment. My specialty was travelling around the country and rebuilding FANUC Paint Robots at Ford, GM, Jeep, Tesla, and Subaru manufacturing plants. Through all these years I have always owned a Harley Davidson and have continued to work on them in my own garage.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Alltech Engineering
01.2021 - 05.2025
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.

Millwright Foreman

Alltech Engineering
01.2013 - 01.2021
  • Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
  • Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • One of my specialties at Alltech was i traveled all over the country rebuild Fanuc Automation Paint Robots for car manufacturers.
  • Through my years in the Millwrights I have received my 3G and 4G Stick Welding Certification. I am also proficient in MIG Welding and can TIG weld.
  • Through our apprenticeship we took a machine shop course where we learned how to run Lathe and End Mill.

Harley Davidson Mechanic

Wild Prairie Harley Davidson
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
  • Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
  • I worked out a deal with my previous employer where we rented Bikeman Performance portable dyno one week a month at Wild Prairie Harley Davidson so I could continue to tune Harley Davidsons.
  • Through my years working at Harley Davidson Dealerships I took serval dealer upgrade classes in Milwaukee/Orlando and was a Master Electrical and Expert in Chassis and Powertrain Certified Technician.
  • I was also involved in the Buell 1125R dealer upgrade training in Milwaukee before the motorcycle was released to the pubilc.

Technician

Bikeman Performance
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Lead Technician
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on Harley Davidson Motorcycles
  • Disassemble and Built performance Twin Cam and Evo engines
  • Performed Dyno Tuning on Bikeman Performance Portable Dyno (Dynojet 250i)
  • Would travel to different shops and bars with Dyno and perform motorcycle shootouts
  • Helped on product installation and testing for Bikeman Performance snowmobile race components.

Harley Davidson Mechanic

St Paul Harley Davidson
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
  • Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
  • At St Paul Harley I was the only Buell Mechanic and went to several dealer upgrade courses.

Education

Motorcycle Technician - Motorcycle Mechanic

UTI
Phoenix, AZ
09-2006

Skills

  • Manufacturer specifications
  • Custom fabrication
  • Wheel alignment
  • Parts inventory management
  • Engine diagnostics
  • Tire mounting
  • Safety inspections
  • Engine Overhaul/Rebuilding
  • Dyno Tuning
  • 3G and 4G Welding Certification
  • Systems implementation
  • Project tracking
  • MIG/TIG Welding
  • Can run Lathe and End Mill
  • Master Level Technician

Timeline

Project Manager

Alltech Engineering
01.2021 - 05.2025

Millwright Foreman

Alltech Engineering
01.2013 - 01.2021

Harley Davidson Mechanic

Wild Prairie Harley Davidson
01.2011 - 01.2013

Technician

Bikeman Performance
01.2010 - 01.2011

Harley Davidson Mechanic

St Paul Harley Davidson
01.2006 - 01.2010

Motorcycle Technician - Motorcycle Mechanic

UTI

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