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Brad Buckingham

MAGNOLIA,Mississippi

Summary

. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Any position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Kentwood Brick And Tile Manufacturing
01.2023 - Current
  • Supervised 5 employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • 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.

Signal Maintainer

BNSF Railroad
08.2011 - 01.2023
  • Read and interpreted circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to efficiently complete job tasks and projects.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by participating in regular meetings to discuss ongoing projects, challenges, and potential solutions related to signal systems maintenance.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to complete complex repair projects on time and within budget.
  • Responded to emergency situations promptly, taking necessary actions to restore signal functionality while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
  • Performed inspections, diagnostics and troubleshooting on structures, equipment and devices and determined appropriate repair work.
  • Documented repairs and maintenance performed and provided supervisor with regular reports.
  • Optimized signal performance through routine inspection, cleaning, and adjustment of components as needed.
  • Assisted in the installation of new signal systems, ensuring proper functionality before integration into existing infrastructure.
  • Supported efficient train movement throughout the rail network through diligent monitoring of signals during both normal operations as well as during inclement weather or other adverse conditions.
  • Pulled cable and wired structures at crossing locations, handling average of 1 structures during each 10-hour shift.
  • Performed installations and conducted repair work on railroad crossing signals and components to bolster safety.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by adhering to safety protocols and supporting team efforts at all times.

Maintenance Technician

Hanson Brick
03.2010 - 08.2011
  • 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.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.

Electrician

KBR
01.2008 - 02.2010
  • maintained military housing and facilities
  • Estimated housing and facilities

Electrician

Acme Brick
01.1998 - 01.2008
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.

Education

Journeyman Electrician

Oregon State Apprenticeship
Coos Bay Or
03.1991

No Degree -

Gold Beach High School
Gold Beach, OR
06.1981

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Team Supervision
  • Troubleshooting
  • Welding
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Mechanical Repair

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Kentwood Brick And Tile Manufacturing
01.2023 - Current

Signal Maintainer

BNSF Railroad
08.2011 - 01.2023

Maintenance Technician

Hanson Brick
03.2010 - 08.2011

Electrician

KBR
01.2008 - 02.2010

Electrician

Acme Brick
01.1998 - 01.2008

Journeyman Electrician

Oregon State Apprenticeship

No Degree -

Gold Beach High School

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