Alston Bellflower
Jacksonville
Summary
Experienced with managing maintenance operations and optimizing equipment performance. Utilizes preventive maintenance programs and efficient troubleshooting techniques to reduce downtime. Knowledge of team leadership and effective communication to achieve operational goals.
Maintenance professional with proven track record in efficiently managing maintenance operations. Known for ensuring optimal performance of equipment and facilities through effective maintenance strategies. Highly dependable team player with focus on adaptability and result-oriented collaboration. Skills include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and team leadership.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Dupuy Group
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for maintenance services and supplies.
- Led a team of technicians, providing training and mentorship to improve skill sets.
- Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for spare parts, reducing delays in repairs.
- Coordinated emergency repairs, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Implemented cost-saving measures resulting in reduced maintenance expenditures without compromising quality.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Maintenance Supervisor
Dupuy Group
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Oversaw maintenance schedules, ensuring timely completion of repairs and preventative tasks.
- Trained team members on safety procedures and equipment operation to enhance workplace safety.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized repairs, maintaining high service standards.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Supervised 4 employees and scheduled shifts.
- 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.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Prioritized preventative measures such as lubrication programs and vibration analysis that helped extend equipment life cycles and reduce overall costs.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of facility expansions, ensuring proper installation of new equipment and seamless integration with existing systems.
Maintenance Technician
Dupuy Silo Facility LLC
03.2009 - 03.2018
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed preventive maintenance on silo systems, reducing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in machinery, implementing effective repairs to restore functionality swiftly.
- Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs, services, and parts inventory to streamline operations and compliance.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment handling and safety standards, enhancing team performance and knowledge base.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
- Reduced equipment failures, meticulously adhering to manufacturers' maintenance guidelines.
- Improved machine efficiency, conducting regular diagnostics and repairs.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
United States Gypsum, USG
01.1999 - 12.2008
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical systems to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production machinery.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements and increase efficiency.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex mechanical failures, minimizing downtime significantly.
- Developed maintenance schedules based on equipment usage and manufacturer recommendations.
- Assisted in reducing downtime by implementing effective maintenance schedules and protocols.
- Served as an on-call technician, providing prompt response and resolution to emergency situations that required immediate attention.
- Contributed to a safer working environment by addressing potential hazards and promptly resolving any issues found during routine checks.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, adhering to strict industry standards and regulations.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular preventative maintenance procedures and identifying potential mechanical issues.
- Regularly communicated with operators to address concerns regarding machinery performance, fostering a proactive approach towards maintenance tasks.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Performed in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve range of mechanical failures.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Education
High School Diploma -
First Coast High School
Jacksonville, FL05-1998
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Maintenance planning
- Staff management
- Safety protocols
- Predictive maintenance
- Team leadership
- Mechanical aptitude
- Continuous improvement
- Spare parts inventory
- Employee performance assessment
- Employee performance evaluation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Resource allocation
- Budget administration
- Contractor oversight
- Asset management
- Inventory replenishment
- Installation management
- Employee scheduling
- Materials requisition
- Budgeting and cost control
- Fire protection systems
- Computer skills
- Performance evaluations
- Technical proficiency
- Team development
- Hiring and training
- Schedule management
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Dupuy Group
08.2023 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Dupuy Group
03.2018 - 08.2023
Maintenance Technician
Dupuy Silo Facility LLC
03.2009 - 03.2018
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
United States Gypsum, USG
01.1999 - 12.2008
High School Diploma -
First Coast High School