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Brian Watts

Wooster

Summary

Results-driven Maintenance Technician with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Countryside Contracting
01.2023 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • General Contractor

Maintenance Technician

Carlisle Brake And Friction
11.2018 - 09.2023
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
  • Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
  • Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
  • Completed projects on time by effectively managing resources, scheduling labor, and procuring necessary materials in advance.

Maintenance Technician

Freshmark
06.2014 - 11.2018
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
  • Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
  • Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
  • Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
  • Maximized asset lifespan through diligent monitoring of wear patterns on vital components.

Maintenance Technician

Tricor
03.2012 - 06.2014
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.

Maintenance Tech.

Sheers Food
03.2011 - 03.2012
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.

Material Handler

Heitman Steel
03.2009 - 03.2011

Overhead crane operator, and tow motor driver.

loaded production lines , to keep flow of production high

Loaded and unloaded Trucks and train cars

Maintenance Technician

Valley City Steel
06.1988 - 07.2008

Follow safety rules and LOTO procedures

Maintain and Install production equipment.

Complete work orders.

Take care of emergency breakdowns

Education

High School Diploma -

Norwayne High School
Creston, OH

Industrial Electric Training

Stark State College
Canton, OH
04.2017

Advanced PLC Training

Stark State College
Canton, OH
12.2012

Basic PLC Training

Stark State College
Canton, OH
10.2012

Skills

  • Decision Making
  • Machinery troubleshooting
  • Problem Solving
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Industry Knowledge
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Inventory Management
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

Owner

Countryside Contracting
01.2023 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Carlisle Brake And Friction
11.2018 - 09.2023

Maintenance Technician

Freshmark
06.2014 - 11.2018

Maintenance Technician

Tricor
03.2012 - 06.2014

Maintenance Tech.

Sheers Food
03.2011 - 03.2012

Material Handler

Heitman Steel
03.2009 - 03.2011

Maintenance Technician

Valley City Steel
06.1988 - 07.2008

High School Diploma -

Norwayne High School

Industrial Electric Training

Stark State College

Advanced PLC Training

Stark State College

Basic PLC Training

Stark State College

Affiliations

  • Avid hunter, and fisher
  • Love to golf

References

References available upon request.
Brian Watts