Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
References
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Bruce Smith

Cincinnati,Ohio

Summary

Efficient maintenance professional skilled in task delegation, maintenance scheduling and team oversight. Commended for quality performance and reliability demonstrated several years of industry experience. Advanced knowledge of equipment maintenance and repairs.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Manager

Ohio Valley Food Systems
Cincinnati, OH
03.2009 - Current
  • Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
  • Provided technical support in case of system malfunctions or breakdowns.
  • Assigned duties to workers according to their skillsets.
  • Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
  • Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.

Technical Support Representative

Cincinnati Incorporated
Harrison, Ohio
06.2007 - 02.2009
  • Assisted customers with various types of technical issues via email, live chat, and telephone.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as sales, marketing, and engineering, as required.
  • Maintained records of data communication transactions, problems, and remedial actions or installation activities.
  • Diagnosed system errors and implemented solutions to resolve them.
  • Provided technical assistance to customers through phone, email and chat support.
  • Served as first point of contact for incoming technical service calls and emails.
  • Created instructional materials such as student handouts, PowerPoint presentations, and job aids.
  • Conducted classroom instruction on a variety of topics related to the company's products and services.

Machine Electrical Assembly and Testing

Cincinnati Incorporated
Harrison, OH
03.1995 - 06.2007
  • Tested entire electrical assembly for performance levels and safety concerns.
  • Interpreted blueprints and drawings when required for assembly or disassembly purposes.
  • Reviewed electrical schematics to determine wiring requirements for new installations or troubleshooting purposes.
  • Installed wiring, electrical components, and hardware during assembly process.
  • Troubleshot complex problems related to electrical systems using various test instruments such as multimeters.
  • Resolved issues related to the operation of automated production processes by troubleshooting electrical circuits and devices.
  • Installed, calibrated, repaired and maintained electrical and electronic control systems and instruments.

Technical Training Instructor

United States Air Force
Tacoma , Washington
10.1992 - 10.1994
  • Taught useful equipment operation skills and scheduled routine inspections to prevent accidents or malfunctions.
  • Conducted classroom instruction on a variety of topics related to specific aircraft avionic systems.
  • Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to create course content that accurately reflects current practices.
  • Provided guidance to trainees in areas of technical difficulty or confusion.
  • Maintained records of all training activities and results.
  • Modified lesson plans based on changes in technology or industry standards.

Avionic Guidance and Control Systems Technician

United States Air Force
06.1980 - 10.1992
  • Repaired or replaced defective components within the avionics systems such as circuit cards, connectors, wire bundles, antennas.
  • Inspected wiring harnesses for proper connections and routing to ensure system performance.
  • Tested repaired components using specialized test equipment to ensure airworthiness standards were met.
  • Operated ohmmeters, ammeters and time domain reflectometers.
  • Calibrated test instruments according to established procedures and standards.
  • Maintained records of all maintenance performed on aircrafts' avionics systems.
  • Conducted troubleshooting activities to diagnose malfunctions in aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
  • Repaired or installed new wiring, boxes, antennas and other system pieces.
  • Provided training sessions for other personnel on proper use of test equipment and safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Instructor of Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
09-1994

Associate of Applied Science - Avionic Systems Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
11-1993

Skills

  • Maintenance planning
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Work order management
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Employee performance evaluation
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Materials requisition
  • Electrical systems
  • Control circuits
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Hydraulic Systems
  • Strong communication skills
  • Training material development
  • Technical training experience

Accomplishments

  • Non-Commissioned Officer Academy Honor Graduate
  • United Stares Air Force Commendation Medal (2)

Certification

  • Master Instructor Certificate United States Air Force

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Maintenance Manager

Ohio Valley Food Systems
03.2009 - Current

Technical Support Representative

Cincinnati Incorporated
06.2007 - 02.2009

Machine Electrical Assembly and Testing

Cincinnati Incorporated
03.1995 - 06.2007

Technical Training Instructor

United States Air Force
10.1992 - 10.1994

Avionic Guidance and Control Systems Technician

United States Air Force
06.1980 - 10.1992

Associate of Applied Science - Instructor of Technology

Community College of The Air Force

Associate of Applied Science - Avionic Systems Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Bruce Smith