Ricky Enerson
Gardner
Summary
Professional maintenance worker with strong expertise in equipment upkeep and facility management. Proven track record in troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance, ensuring operational efficiency. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and results-driven approach. Skilled in using various tools and adhering to safety protocols, contributing to reliable and productive work environment.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Crew Member
Grundy County Sheriff
12.2008 - 05.2025
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on facility infrastructure to ensure operational safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute repairs and improvements across various systems and equipment.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, enhancing overall reliability of machinery and tools used.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Improved equipment efficiency by conducting regular preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance with regular inspections, adjustments, and replacements as needed.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
Chemical Operator
Canal Barge Company
12.2004 - 12.2007
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in loading process.
- Identified potential hazards in the workplace, implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Loaded semi truck with hazardous chemicals that we stored on property.
- Off loaded hazardous chemicals from barges to land base storage tanks.
- Successfully operated chemical pumps and computers to load the proper chemicals to the proper tanker truck,
Process Associate
Cabot Microelectronics
10.2000 - 12.2004
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive process documentation, ensuring consistency and quality in task execution.
- Streamlined processing procedures, significantly reducing errors and improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Operated a blender used in the process of mixing chemicals to produce a slurry used to polish microchips.
Machine Operator/ Assistant Fire Chief
Personal Products
10.1984 - 10.2000
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Enhanced training programs for firefighters, resulting in increased efficiency during real-life emergencies.
- Commanded squad throughout duration of active fires in order to combat fire, eliminate danger and assist those in need.
- Assisted with training and development of new firefighters through development of extensive job-related modules.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mazon High School
Mazon, IL06-1975
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Cleaning procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Power tool operation
- Hazard identification
- Carpentry knowledge
- Reliable and punctual
Military
United States Marine Corp.
June 1975 to June 1979
Infantry Squad Leader
Timeline
Maintenance Crew Member
Grundy County Sheriff
12.2008 - 05.2025
Chemical Operator
Canal Barge Company
12.2004 - 12.2007
Process Associate
Cabot Microelectronics
10.2000 - 12.2004
Machine Operator/ Assistant Fire Chief
Personal Products
10.1984 - 10.2000
High School Diploma -
Mazon High School
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