Chris Dryden

Limited Maintenance Electrician who has been in the trade for 11 years. Experienced in diagnosing, repairing, and replacement of electrical and mechanical components of industrial food equipment and plastic extrusion/ recycling machinery. Additional experience including basic plumbing, carpentry, material handling equipment maintenance and operation, wastewater treatment and inspection, refrigeration, as well as general facility maintenance.

Reliable, conscientious, safety-focused, with a strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems. Currently looking for work due to sale and relocation of previous employer.

Maintenance Tech LME - Atkore

(2022-12 - 2026-06)

• Conducted routine inspections and performed preventative maintenance to ensure optimal functioning of equipment and machinery in a plastics manufacturing plant.
• Managed inventory of supplies and parts, consistently ensuring adequate stock levels for timely repairs and maintenance tasks
• Utilized computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders, log activities, and generate maintenance reports for higher management analysis.
• Responded promptly to repair requests and resolved issues with plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and other building components
• Sole mechanic, responsible for all maintenance related tasks for the facility and equipment.
• Contact point for contractors on site, project direction for outside work being performed.

Maintenance Electrician/ Mechanic - Truitt Bros. Inc.

(2015-01 - 2022-11)

Began with a basic knowledge of mechanical concepts and processes. I was able to take advantage of the Apprenticeship program for electrical trades and learn with hands on experience as I progressed through the schooling needed to get my license. Knowledge required in order to repair and replace electrical components, as well as the mechanical components of most food-grade machinery.

• Preventative maintenance with pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical systems
• Training in hazardous workplace environments for refrigeration systems (Ammonia)
• CPR and First Aid Training
• Welding (arc and mig stainless and mild steel)
• Collaborated with engineering and production teams to plan and execute equipment upgrades, retrofits, and installations in alignment with safety and quality standards.
• Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment inspections, and repair histories to support compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitate future maintenance planning.
• Conducted routine maintenance tasks on electrical components and systems, including motors, switches, circuits to prevent malfunctions and extend equipment lifespan.
• Diagnosed and repaired electrical and mechanical issues in industrial machinery and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.

Inbound Shipment Associate - Home Depot DC 5639

(2011-01 - 2015-01)

• Extensive Material handling equipment training
• Log and inventory Inbound shipments and process for outbound department
• Learn and implement spreadsheet data to prioritize inbound shipments
• Responsible for logging daily processing goals and progress throughout shift
• Directed and managed other inbound associates and their assignments.
• Employee of the Month
• Recognition of achievements through corporate awards

LME License - Electrical Trade Classes - Linn Benton Community College, Tangent, OR (2015-01 - 2017-12)

NA - Business Management/ Engineering prerequisites - Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR (2009-09 - 2010-12)