1. RICHARD M. BLOME
Poteau, OK 74953
LinkedIn • 918-721-3801 • rblome@windstream.net
Senior Maintenance Technician – Rotating Equipment
Multifaceted technical career with 37-year track record of innovation and success
Technically sophisticated maintenance specialist with a solid history of overhauling and repairing most major
rotating equipment. Broad knowledge and success in an engineering development environment. Skilled trainer and
project leader; able to direct multiple tasks effectively and readily master innovative tools and projects.
Vibration Analysis / Project Management / User Training & Support
Technical Research / Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution / Technical Drawings
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
General: Lathe Operation, Crane Operation, Shaft Alignment, High Energy Control Valves,
Feed Water, Spray Valves, Minimum Flow Recirculation Valves, Manual Valves,
Rotating Pumps, Blowers, Centrifugal Compressors, MS Office Suite, Internet
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AES Shady Point, Panama, OK
Senior Maintenance Technician (1/1990 – Present)
Technical Scope: Maintenance of a 320 MW coal fire plant.
 Extensive component-level troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and monitoring of advanced
rotating equipment, electronic testing equipment, and diagnostic testing and various valves.
 Advanced skills in implementing maintenance plans, developing technical strategies, procedures and
training plans.
 Provide input on equipment failure degradation mechanisms and modes, and defining routine, predictive and
preventative maintenance tasks for sustaining equipment performance.
 Project management from planning, to implementation including budget, inventory, procurement, safety and
maintenance.
 Established the Vibration Data Collection program for the plant.
Houston Dynamic Service, Houston, TX
Mechanical Shop Foreman (11/1987 – 12/1989)
Mechanical Repair & Engineering, La Porte, TX
Planner Scheduler (4/1979 – 10/1986)
CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Certified Crane Operator
CMRP Certification SMRP, License 157796 exp Sept 2018
Level II Vibration Training (Certification Expired)
Vibration Analysis (Multiple Courses)
CSI 2130 Data Collector and MHM Software
SAP Work Management Software (Proficient)