Blaine Oliveira
Rocky Mount,VA
Summary
Dedicated Lead Maintenance Technician offering 35 years of experience assessing repair needs and completing required work. Motivated to identify best solution to any maintenance request and promote customer satisfaction. Successful in training other maintenance staff to meet goals while maintaining safety at all times.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
Durham School Services
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted in training junior technicians, enhancing their technical skills and fostering a culture of teamwork within the department
- Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy
- Conducted Dept. Of Education and Virginia State inspections as required
- Diagnose malfunctions and performed vehicle repairs on electrical, cooling, braking, suspensions, engine, transmissions, and bus body components
- Perform road calls and on road repairs as assigned
- Test-drive vehicles to ensure repairs resolved the problem.
- Identified and assigned maintenance and repairs required to be performed by other techs
- Become Shop Supervisor for 4 months during the transition from last contractor to current this contractor
Maintenance Technician
Mountain Valley Transportation (Krapf)
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance
- Conducted Dept. Of Education and Virginia State inspections
- Conducted computerized diagnostics using software for Cummins, International, and Allison Transmissions
- Advised shop lead of any unsafe conditions
- Conducted road calls and made repairs as needed
Heavy Duty Diesel Technician
Western Branch Diesel Incorporated
08.2005 - 09.2017
- Improved overall vehicle performance by conducting comprehensive diesel engine diagnostics and repairs
- Delivered reliable repair services by consistently adhering to manufacturer specifications during all maintenance activities
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements through regular participation in ongoing professional development courses
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement
- Conducted 24hr road call service
- Performed programming of diesel engines and Allison Transmissions
- Test drove heavy equipment to ensure repairs were completed.
Chief Machinery Technician
U. S. Coast Guard
07.1985 - 08.2005
- Enhanced machinery performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks
- Increased workplace safety through thorough inspections of machinery and implementing preventative measures
- Improved overall efficiency with timely scheduling and completion of repairs, minimizing disruptions to operations
- Streamlined parts inventory management for quicker access to necessary components during repair jobs
- Trained junior technicians in proper diagnostic procedures, leading to faster issue resolution times
- Upgraded outdated equipment with modern technology solutions, resulting in better efficiency and lower operating costs
- Documented detailed service logs for each piece of machinery, providing valuable historical data for future maintenance planning purposes
- Supported the development of a company-wide safety program by promoting safe work practices and fostering a culture of accountability among team members
- Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance
- Supervised a large quantity of personnel (10-100)
- Conducted contract bids with various contractors for future work
- Maintained a parts inventory for engineering dept.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electromechanical Engineering Technologies
Excelsior College
Albany, NY11.2005
Skills
- HVAC Systems
- Certified Allison Transmissions
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Trained in the use of Cummins, Detroit, International (NED), JPRO, and Allison Transmission diagnostic computer systems
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
Certification
Virginia State Inspector
DOT Federal Inspector
CDL Class B License P & S endorsements
ASE Certified School Bus
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
Durham School Services
06.2019 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Mountain Valley Transportation (Krapf)
09.2017 - 05.2019
Heavy Duty Diesel Technician
Western Branch Diesel Incorporated
08.2005 - 09.2017
Chief Machinery Technician
U. S. Coast Guard
07.1985 - 08.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Electromechanical Engineering Technologies
Excelsior College
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