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Brian Keon

West Burke,VT

Summary

Enthusiastic Mechanic eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of lift maintenance and training in Ski Lift Mechanics. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Zero-Downtime Ski Lift Operations.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Logger

Self Employed
Granby , VT
12.2021 - Current
  • Cleaned, maintained and inspected chainsaws on daily basis before each shift.
  • Measured logs and checked logs for defects.
  • Sheared off limbs using various type of power equipment and chainsaws.
  • Worked closely with other loggers to drag timber to loading deck.
  • Incorporated safety procedures into every shift to protect workers from accidents.
  • Handled bucking of trees and removed limbs that were cut down.
  • Chopped down trees that were diseased or had been affected by storms.
  • Cleared brush from areas where trees were being prepared for removal.

Woods Worker

The Maple Guild; Sweettree
Island Pond, VT
08.2020 - 11.2021
  • Installed, inspected, and maintained maple sap collecting tubing lines from tree to tank. Operated and maintained reverse osmossis machine when sap was running.

Automotive Mechanic

Independant Contract
West Burke, VT
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when under lifted vehicles.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
  • Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.

Meat Processor

Vermont Beef Jerky
Orleans, VT
04.2018 - 11.2018
  • Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
  • Cut meat products with slicing equipment according to size specifications.
  • Organized and stored items at specific temperatures to maintain freshness.

Ski Lift Attendant

Burke Mountain Resort
East Burke, VT
11.2012 - 04.2018
  • Learned and enforced lift rules, policies and procedures.
  • Slowed lift down or stopped it in case of high-risk or young riders.
  • Communicated with other lift operators about high-risk lift riders.
  • Performed pre-operation inspections and post-operation shutdown procedures.
  • Maintained lift mazes, ramps and signs.
  • Provided physical assistance to guests as required.
  • Alerted mountain staff of any serious problems on lift.
  • Collaborated with ski patrol to perform lift evacuation.
  • Inspected snowboarders for leashes before allowing on lift.
  • Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
  • Promoted safety of visitors and mitigated liability risks by monitoring recreation areas, enforcing rules and safety policies.
  • Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.
  • Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks.
  • Performed troubleshooting and routine maintenance to keep equipment in optimal working condition.

Snowmaker

Burke Mountain Resort
East Burke, VT
10.2011 - 03.2012

Install, inspect, and maintain all equipment used to make snow

Beer Bottler

Trout River Brewing Co
Lyndonville, VT
08.2005 - 10.2011
  • Counted and recorded finished and rejected packaged items.
  • Regulated machine flow, speed, and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
  • Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
  • Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
  • Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines.

Ski Lift Maintainance and Operations Manager

Burke Mountain Resort
East Burke, VT
04.1997 - 04.2002
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
  • Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
  • Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

Professional Ski Patroller

Burke Mountain Resort
East Burke, VT
11.1993 - 03.2002
  • Assessed and maintained terrain to guarantee safe environment for guests by performing avalanche control and frequent sweeps.
  • Extracted skiers from compromising places and situations using emergency chair lift evacuations and high angle rescue procedures.
  • Transported injured skiers down mountain to arrange transport to medical facilities using toboggans and snowmobiles.
  • Submitted accident information, photographs and medical follow-ups.
  • Promoted accident reduction and skier safety by maintaining clear, visible warning signs and safety notices.
  • Assisted injured guests by administering first aid, ranging from sprained ankle injuries to unconsciousness.

Ski Instructor

Burke Mountain Resort
East Burke, VT
11.1987 - 03.1993

Teach individuals how to safely ski down a mountain

Education

No Degree - Graded School

St Joseph School
Wakefield, MA
06.1978

No Degree - Jr. Highschool

Wakefield Junior High School
Wakefield, MA
06.1980

No Degree - Ski Area Management

Lyndon State College
Lyndonville, VT

High School Diploma -

Austin Prep
Reading, MA
05.1984

Skills

  • Log inspection
  • Tree logging
  • Limbing and bucking
  • Lifting
  • Safety standards and protocols
  • All weather conditions
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Chainsaw safety
  • Lifting cable use
  • Power tools

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.

Certification

ski Lift maintenance Training -1997-1998-1999-2000 The Massachusetts Lift Maintenance/snowmaking seminar . The Garaventa CTEC Lift Maintenance Service School 1999

Timeline

Logger

Self Employed
12.2021 - Current

Woods Worker

The Maple Guild; Sweettree
08.2020 - 11.2021

Automotive Mechanic

Independant Contract
11.2018 - 03.2019

Meat Processor

Vermont Beef Jerky
04.2018 - 11.2018

Ski Lift Attendant

Burke Mountain Resort
11.2012 - 04.2018

Snowmaker

Burke Mountain Resort
10.2011 - 03.2012

Beer Bottler

Trout River Brewing Co
08.2005 - 10.2011

Ski Lift Maintainance and Operations Manager

Burke Mountain Resort
04.1997 - 04.2002

Professional Ski Patroller

Burke Mountain Resort
11.1993 - 03.2002

Ski Instructor

Burke Mountain Resort
11.1987 - 03.1993

No Degree - Graded School

St Joseph School

No Degree - Jr. Highschool

Wakefield Junior High School

No Degree - Ski Area Management

Lyndon State College

High School Diploma -

Austin Prep
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