Vernon WICKIZER
SHAWNEE,OK
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in managing maintenance operations and fostering team collaboration. Known for developing effective maintenance strategies and ensuring operational excellence while maintaining strong customer relationships and optimizing resource allocation.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Wickizer's Mechanical
2025.04 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to enhance productivity and streamline processes.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels for operational efficiency.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to reduce costs while maintaining quality of service and materials.
- Established strong customer relationships through effective communication and follow-up practices.
- Coordinated scheduling for staff to optimize labor resources during peak periods.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
- Increased customer satisfaction with personalized service offerings, addressing specific needs and preferences.
Maintenance Planner
Jindal Films
2017.04 - 2025.09
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to optimize equipment uptime and minimize production disruptions.
- Developed and maintained preventive maintenance programs to enhance machinery reliability and performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
- Analyzed maintenance data to prioritize tasks, ensuring efficient resource allocation and operational excellence.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in maintenance planning, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Led initiatives for process improvements that reduced downtime and increased overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Established key performance indicators (KPIs) for maintenance activities, tracking progress towards strategic goals.
- Implemented CMMS solutions to streamline work order processes, enhancing visibility into equipment status and maintenance history.
- Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
- Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
- Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Streamlined workflow processes for maintenance teams by monitoring performance metrics and adjusting task priorities accordingly.
- Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
- Improved equipment uptime by diligently scheduling and coordinating preventive maintenance tasks.
- Conducted risk assessments on critical assets to prioritize required maintenance activities accordingly.
- Managed maintenance team of 16 employees and coordinated repair schedule according to priority level.
- Tracked maintenance activity using SAP software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
- Assessed schematic diagrams to properly plan and initiate new installation assignments.
- Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages.
- Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.
- Administered Inhouse and Contracted maintenance requests and saw orders through to completion.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external maintenance contractors, ensuring high-quality service and support for specialized equipment.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations, meticulously documenting maintenance procedures and outcomes.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions among maintenance staff, leveraging collective expertise to solve complex problems.
- Coordinated with manufacturing teams to ensure minimal disruption during maintenance activities, optimizing production schedules.
- Streamlined maintenance workflow, significantly reducing system downtime by implementing robust scheduling system.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 16 employees.
Maintenance Technician
Jindal Films
2006.04 - 2025.09
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures and executed timely repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Utilized CMMS for tracking maintenance activities, generating reports, and scheduling tasks efficiently.
- Implemented safety measures improving workplace conditions and reducing hazards during maintenance activities.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless project execution and equipment upgrades.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- 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.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and standards through meticulous record-keeping practices.
- Liaised with vendors to ensure timely delivery of essential parts and materials for repairs or replacements.
- Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
- Implemented digital maintenance request system, improving response times and tracking of maintenance issues.
- Reduced equipment failures, meticulously adhering to manufacturers' maintenance guidelines.
- Reduced environmental impact with introduction of recycling initiatives for used materials and parts.
- Streamlined communication with other departments, ensuring maintenance issues were addressed in timely manner.
- Increased machinery lifespan with detailed attention to routine and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction in facility areas by maintaining high standard of cleanliness and functionality.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Maintenance Supervisor
Jindal Films
2014.06 - 2014.10
- Supervised maintenance teams to ensure timely completion of equipment repairs and scheduled maintenance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and best maintenance practices, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
- Developed and maintained inventory management systems for tools and parts, ensuring availability for repairs.
- Supervised mechanical maintenance team, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
- Developed maintenance schedules to optimize equipment uptime and minimize operational disruptions.
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Trained new technicians in best practices for maintenance procedures and safety regulations.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs that extended equipment lifespan and enhanced efficiency.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during equipment breakdowns, coordinating quick resolutions to maintain production flow.
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Streamlined maintenance processes through the development of efficient schedules and resource allocation plans.
- Supervised a team of skilled technicians ensuring consistent adherence to quality standards during all maintenance tasks performed.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as manuals schematics drawings ensuring accurate information was available for the successful execution of projects.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues to prevent future breakdowns and improve system performance.
- Collaborated closely with production departments to plan scheduled shutdowns effectively minimizing impact on overall output levels.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely procurement of high-quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining budget constraints.
- Improved overall plant performance by optimizing maintenance activities for critical systems and machinery.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 24 employees.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
Education
High School Diploma -
GED -
Shawnee High School
Shawnee, OK1987-10
Skills
- Customer service
- Customer relations
- Attention to detail
- Driven and determined
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee training
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Performance improvement
- Purchasing and planning
- Issue resolution
- Policies and procedures development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Task delegation
- Vendor relationship management
- Regulatory compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leader
- Scheduling
Timeline
Business Owner
Wickizer's Mechanical
2025.04 - Current
Maintenance Planner
Jindal Films
2017.04 - 2025.09
Maintenance Supervisor
Jindal Films
2014.06 - 2014.10
Maintenance Technician
Jindal Films
2006.04 - 2025.09
High School Diploma -
GED -
Shawnee High School