KEVIN L.

BEST
580-768-4628 - bestus1@yahoo.com
1007 Davis St N.W. - Ardmore, Ok 73401
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OBJECTIVE
To secure a position with a stable environment within a well established organization
where I can utilize my mechanical skills and experience to improve services and
production while engaging in new challenges and learning experiences.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
April 2007 - October 2009 Davis, Ok
plant maintenance, Boral Industries
Performed maintenance of plant machinery.
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April 1979 - January 2007 Decatur, Ill

Millwright, ADM Co. Corn Sweeteners
Performed maintenance for plant machinery. Also entrusted with the responsibility of
the training of new hires for the department.
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January1975 - April 1979 Decatur, Ill

Mechanic, R & M Repair
Performed mechanical repairs for semi trucks including, but not limited to, changing
clutches, transmissions, pressure plates, drive shafts, brake shoes, starters, air
compressors, alternators, etc.
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QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS

Qualification and skills gained from over 30 years of experience include, but not
limited to;
• Operation of sky tracker, crane, forklift and jig ,bob cat, skid steer
• Welding, cutting torch, metal grinding, fabricating and pipe fitting
• Plumbing diagnosis and repairs
• Minor electrical diagnosis and repairs
• Wood work, painting, staining, trimming, designing and cutting
• Siding, roofing, and insulation blowing
• Diagnosing, repairing and/or replacing mechanical issues for
•screw conveyors, belt conveyors, and paddle chain conveyors
•belt driven sheaves, grinding mills, gluten driers, fiber driers, steam driers,
corn grinding mills, electric motors, combustion air fans
•bearings, shafts, gears, gear boxes, belts, drive sprockets, and chains
 •Patch or replace drywall, paneling, trimming, etc…
•Install garbage disposals,dishwashers,stoves,lights,switches,plug-ins
•Ceiling fans, toilet seal, faucet o-rings, seals
•transmissions, clutches, alternators, etc. for semi trucks
•3/4 to 1000 horse motors
•electric motors up to 4160 volts
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CERTIFICATIONS
Crane Operation
Minors Green Card
forklift

TRAINING
Alignment and Laser Alignment
Bearing Classes
Marco Centrifuge Courses
JLG and Grade all Trained
Continuous Safety Training Courses
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AWARDS AND HONORS

Awarded by ADM for saving a co-workers life
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INTERESTS
Wood Working, Metal Working, and Fishing