Benjamin Barbour
Indian Head,MD
Summary
Adept at minimizing equipment downtime through comprehensive preventive maintenance plans, I leveraged my expertise in mechanical troubleshooting and strong work ethic at Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority. By mentoring junior technicians and enhancing safety and comfort in elevator operations, I significantly contributed to operational excellence, showcasing my teamwork and mechanical inspection skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Escalator/Elevator Technician
Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority
12.2013 - Current
- Minimized lateral motion of cars traveling through shafts to maximize safety and passenger comfort.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout of system components and select equipment for installation or repair.
- Contributed to team success by sharing expertise with junior technicians during training sessions and on-the-job mentoring.
- Installed elevators, escalators and moving sidewalks at different businesses across Location.
- Serviced installed elevator or escalator to maintain proper functioning and prevent mechanical or electrical issues.
- Developed comprehensive preventive maintenance plans tailored to each client''s specific needs, reducing equipment downtime significantly.
Elevator Mechanic
Shindler Elevator
07.2004 - 05.2013
- Minimized lateral motion of cars traveling through shafts to maximize safety and passenger comfort.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout of system components and select equipment for installation or repair.
- Contributed to team success by sharing expertise with junior technicians during training sessions and on-the-job mentoring.
- Installed elevators, escalators and moving sidewalks at different businesses across Location.
- Serviced installed elevator or escalator to maintain proper functioning and prevent mechanical or electrical issues.
- Developed comprehensive preventive maintenance plans tailored to each client''s specific needs, reducing equipment downtime significantly.
Education
Did Not Graduate - Electrical Engineering
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
11868 Backbone Rd, Princess Anne, MD 21853Elevator Mechanic - Elevator/Escalator
IUEC
9600 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy, Lanham Md 2070609.2009
Gwynn Park High School
13800 Brandywine Rd, Brandywine Md 2061306.1996
Skills
- Problem resolution
- Wiring schematics
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- System upgrades
- Emergency repairs
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical inspection
Timeline
Escalator/Elevator Technician
Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority
12.2013 - Current
Elevator Mechanic
Shindler Elevator
07.2004 - 05.2013
Gwynn Park High School
Did Not Graduate - Electrical Engineering
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Elevator Mechanic - Elevator/Escalator
IUEC