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Charles Kane

Visalia

Summary

Proactive maintenance professional with a proven track record at Guardian Industry, enhancing operational efficiency through strategic preventive maintenance. Skilled in maintenance oversight and troubleshooting, I successfully reduced downtime and costs while increasing equipment lifespan. Adept at fostering teamwork and communication, I ensure timely repairs and inspections to support seamless operations. Management skill was shuft crew lead, handle calls and manage end of shift reports,attend safety meeting and multiple departments meetings to help work out issues on equipment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance

Guardian Industry
08.2019 - 05.2025
  • Reduced downtime and maintenance costs by implementing preventive maintenance schedules for critical assets.
  • Reported operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel to promote timely maintenance of equipment and prevent potential injuries.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining maintenance procedures and implementing a preventive maintenance schedule.
  • Reduced equipment maintenance costs through proactive monitoring and preventive maintenance initiatives.
  • Completed inspections, followed maintenance schedules and
  • Increased equipment lifespan, implementing preventive maintenance procedures.
  • Performed routine maintenance functions and adjustments on Type equipment.
  • Maintained detailed records of maintenance needs and repairs, liaising with maintenance department for timely completion.
  • Oversaw maintenance activities and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.

Landscaper

Johnsons Landscaping
05.2009 - 10.2019
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
  • Constructed hardscape elements like patios, walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, water features for enhanced functionality of outdoor spaces.
  • Resolved client concerns promptly by addressing issues professionally and offering viable solutions.
  • Trained new team members on best practices in landscaping techniques ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.

Education

Diploma -

J.D. Darnall
Geneseo, IL
05.1999

Skills

  • Maintenance & repair
  • Maintenance troubleshooting
  • Scheduled maintenance
  • Maintenance oversight
  • Factory maintenance
  • Maintenance inspections
  • Compressors maintenance
  • Relay maintenance
  • Electrical maintenance

Timeline

Maintenance

Guardian Industry
08.2019 - 05.2025

Landscaper

Johnsons Landscaping
05.2009 - 10.2019

Diploma -

J.D. Darnall
Charles Kane