Brett Legus
Greensburg,IN
Summary
Maintenance professional with solid background in facility management and operations. Known for improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime through effective maintenance practices. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Proficient in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and team leadership.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Indiana Precast Inc
Columbus, IN
06.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of maintenance team, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime and extend asset life.
- Managed vendor relationships for procurement of maintenance supplies, negotiating contracts for cost-effective solutions.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in maintenance procedures, enhancing team skill sets and performance.
- Reduced equipment downtime by 58.3%
- Production increased over 34%
- Created Maintenance monthly budget figure based on history and improvements
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MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
Charter Dura-Bar
Woodstock, IL
07.2015 - 06.2025
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Supervised 25 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
- Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Tracked and progressed maintenance requests in CMMS systems to meet schedules.
MAINTENANCE PLANNER
Charter Dura-Bar
Woodstock, IL
01.2015 - 11.2015
- 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.
- 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.
- Assessed schematic diagrams to properly plan and initiate new installation assignments.
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Charter Dura-Bar
Woodstock, IL
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Expedited emergency repair situations, minimizing production delays due to unforeseen breakdowns or malfunctions.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Green Acres Lawncare and Lanscaping
Belvidere, IL
09.2009 - 07.2014
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
Maintenance Manager
Modern Plastics
Benton Harbor, MI
10.1998 - 12.2009
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL
Brighton, MI05-1994
Skills
- Hydraulic certifications levels 1,2,3, and proportional controls
- Allen Bradley PLC and VFD, multiple training courses
- Induction melting systems diagnostic and repair courses
- Hoist and rigging safe practices and guidelines
- CPR and Life saving techniques
- Confined space rules and regulations, and monitoring guidelines
- Capitol Project planning and installation
- Very high employee engagement and retention
- Assisted in developing apprenticeship programs
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30 Hour Certification - U.S. Department of Labor.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - IASSC or ASQ.
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Indiana Precast Inc
06.2025 - Current
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
Charter Dura-Bar
07.2015 - 06.2025
MAINTENANCE PLANNER
Charter Dura-Bar
01.2015 - 11.2015
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Charter Dura-Bar
07.2014 - 01.2015
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Green Acres Lawncare and Lanscaping
09.2009 - 07.2014
Maintenance Manager
Modern Plastics
10.1998 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL