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Jamal Williams

Johns Island

Summary

Dynamic Chief Engineer with a proven track record at Hiott's Painting, excelling in project management and troubleshooting. Achieved significant cost reductions through proactive maintenance and optimized workflows. Skilled in HVAC systems and fostering team collaboration, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations while mentoring junior engineers for professional growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Engineer/Painting Contractor

Hiott's Painting
Charleston
07.2006 - 03.2025
  • Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
  • Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
  • Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
  • Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
  • Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
  • Performed root cause analyses to diagnose system failures accurately while minimizing downtime during troubleshooting efforts.
  • Led a team of engineers to successfully complete.
  • Established effective communication channels among team members, fostering collaboration and information sharing.
  • Optimized system performance by implementing innovative engineering solutions and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Improved safety standards by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigation measures.

Maintenance Supervisor

NSG Global, LLC
Charleston
07.2000 - 06.2006
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
  • Supervised 6 employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
  • Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets for maintenance projects, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and cost effectiveness.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals for equipment purchases, selecting the best options based on cost-benefit analysis and long-term value.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on industry standards and implementing necessary changes to company procedures.

Skills

  • Troubleshooting
  • Project management
  • Safety meetings
  • Safety management
  • Maintenance processes
  • Team direction
  • Operations management
  • Maintenance programs
  • HVAC
  • Testing and validation
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Workflow planning

Timeline

Chief Engineer/Painting Contractor

Hiott's Painting
07.2006 - 03.2025

Maintenance Supervisor

NSG Global, LLC
07.2000 - 06.2006

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