Bradley Deyton
Morganton,NC
Summary
Dedicated Maintenance Technician with proven skills in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance while effectively managing maintenance schedules.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Baxters Health Care
Marion, NC
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks on Laser Guided Vehicles, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Responded promptly to service requests, ensuring timely resolution of facility-related issues to support healthcare operations.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to established guidelines and participating in regular safety audits and training sessions.
- 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.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, improving response times for repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Operate and maintain the new palletizing equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair new LGVs and palletizing equipment.
Master Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
Hickory, NC
12.2022 - 07.2024
- Diagnosed and repaired complex automotive systems, ensuring optimal vehicle performance.
- Led a team of technicians in high-volume service environment, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing training on diagnostic tools and repair techniques.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing service time and increasing customer satisfaction scores.
- Conducted comprehensive vehicle inspections, identifying safety issues and recommending necessary repairs.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems effectively.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs and services performed, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Supported service advisors in troubleshooting difficult customer concerns regarding vehicle performance issues or irregularities.
- Mentored junior technicians, sharing expertise to improve their diagnostic and repair skills.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity goals by effectively managing time and resources during repairs.
- Responded to customer telephone calls, emails and in-person requests for assistance.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Increased repeat business through building strong relationships with customers based on trust and quality of service.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Kept abreast of emerging automotive technologies, incorporating new diagnostic tools and repair techniques to stay competitive in the industry.
General Store Manager
Mr. Tire Auto Service Centers
Kings Mountain, NC
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring optimal inventory management and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff on product knowledge and sales techniques to enhance team performance.
- Developed strategies to improve store layout, resulting in increased customer engagement.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing merchandising decisions and promotional strategies.
- Implemented employee scheduling systems to optimize labor costs while maintaining service levels.
- Led store meetings to communicate objectives, share best practices, and drive team motivation initiatives.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively by addressing their concerns promptly while adhering to company policies.
- Kept inventories accurate with daily cycle counts and regular audits to identify and resolve variances.
- Recruited trained, and supervised staff members, ensuring consistently high performance standards were met.
Mobile Automotive Technician
Smart Express
Hickory, NC
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicle systems using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs, parts used, and labor hours for effective tracking and reporting.
- Enhanced customer relations by clearly communicating repair needs and service recommendations effectively.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Diagnosed complex electrical issues, restoring vehicle functionality.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of automotive industry standards and practices.
- Programming and calibration of advanced driver assist systems (ADAS.)
- Programming of all vehicle computers and nodes with factory scan tools and practices.
Master Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
Hickory, NC
06.2012 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with management to develop training programs aimed at improving technical skills across the team.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Collaborated with other technicians for efficient problem-solving in challenging repair situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Systems Technology
McDowell Technical Community College
Marion, NC12-2011
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hand tools expertise
- Power tools proficiency
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical panels
- Mechanical expertise
- Service-oriented mindset
- Maintenance scheduling
- Machine lubrication
- Mechanical aptitude
- Documentation
- Pneumatic systems
- Battery maintenance
- Motor controls
- Organized nature
- Conveyor systems
- Troubleshooting strength
- Willing to learn
- Clear communication
Certification
- ASE Master Certified Technician - Current
2019 Carolina's Region ASE Master Technician of the Year
Regions Master Technician of the Year, had the fewest come back work orders, no customer complaints, and the highest productivity for the year.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Baxters Health Care
07.2024 - Current
Master Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
12.2022 - 07.2024
General Store Manager
Mr. Tire Auto Service Centers
02.2022 - 07.2022
Mobile Automotive Technician
Smart Express
07.2021 - 02.2022
Master Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
06.2012 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Automotive Systems Technology
McDowell Technical Community College