Arthur Tolbert
Chicago
Summary
Industrial Maintenance Technician with 11+ years of experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments. Skilled in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial machinery, automation equipment, electrical systems, and mechanical components. Strong expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance, diagnostics, root-cause analysis, PLC component support, and equipment reliability. Proven ability to reduce downtime, improve production output, and maintain compliance with OSHA and plant safety standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Amcor
01.2024 - 03.2026
- Troubleshot and repaired industrial manufacturing equipment to maintain production uptime.
- Performed preventive and predictive maintenance on motors, conveyors, sensors, and electrical components.
- Installed and commissioned new machines and system upgrades for production lines.
- Diagnosed electrical and mechanical failures using multimeters, schematics, and test equipment.
- Completed detailed work orders, service logs, and maintenance records in CMMS.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA and plant safety procedures during all maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and reduce chronic failures.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Wells Enterprise (Blue Bunny)
Le Mars, IA
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Troubleshoot production equipment including motors, switches, control panels, and industrial electrical systems.
- Install conduit, bus duct, control panels, and industrial wiring following NEC standards.
- Perform PMs on automation and mechanical equipment including pumps, conveyors, and cooling systems.
- Conduct inspections, calibrations, lubrication, and adjustments to maintain equipment reliability.
- Utilize diagnostic tools and schematics to identify issues and prevent recurring breakdowns.
- Support continuous manufacturing operations by responding quickly to equipment failures.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN / MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
Tyson Foods
Madison, NE
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Repaired industrial production machinery including belts, motors, gearboxes, and processing equipment.
- Led night-shift maintenance team, assigning tasks and overseeing PM completion.
- Conducted equipment inspections, troubleshooting, and component replacements.
- Improved equipment uptime through consistent PM execution and root-cause analysis.
- Identified process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and equipment reliability.
ACCOUNTING CLERK
Tyson Foods
Madison, NE
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed SAP data accuracy for purchase orders, invoices, and financial transactions.
- Reconciled discrepancies and maintained accurate documentation.
PURCHASING ORDER SPECIALIST
Affiliated Foods Midwest
Norfolk, NE
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed purchase orders, vendor coordination, and inventory accuracy.
- Analyzed procurement data to improve ordering efficiency.
MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
Able Engineering
Chicago, IL
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Performed facility maintenance including plumbing, electrical work, fixtures, and carpentry.
- Completed repairs, conducted inspections, and coordinated parts ordering and inventory.
Education
Maintenance Certification -
South Point Academy
Joliet, IL01-2010
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Industrial automation support
- Mechanical systems repair
- Preventive and predictive maintenance
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Motor controls and sensors
- PLC input/output component checks
- AC/DC motors and drives
- Conveyor systems maintenance
- Fabrication and machine alignment
- Blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- LOTO and OSHA compliance
- Root-cause analysis
- CMMS, SAP, work order management
- Industrial refrigeration/HVAC familiarity
- Welding and basic fabrication
Timeline
SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Amcor
01.2024 - 03.2026
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Wells Enterprise (Blue Bunny)
05.2021 - 01.2024
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN / MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
Tyson Foods
01.2013 - 01.2020
ACCOUNTING CLERK
Tyson Foods
01.2012 - 01.2014
PURCHASING ORDER SPECIALIST
Affiliated Foods Midwest
01.2011 - 01.2014
MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
Able Engineering
01.2009 - 01.2012
Maintenance Certification -
South Point Academy