Charles Rice
OxEon Energy
Roy,UT
1
Certification
38
years of professional experience
Accomplished mechanical and maintenance leader with 35+ years of experience overseeing team supervision, safety program implementation, and asset management across aerospace and energy sectors.
Work History
Sr. Mechanical Engineer Technician
4 Years 11 Months- Interpreted engineering drawings and performed fabrication to meet design requirements, ensuring project specifications were consistently achieved using advanced technical skills.
- Troubleshot and developed corrective action plans by researching solutions, resolving complex issues efficiently and minimizing project downtime.
- Maintained and properly documented project certifications, training records, and related documents, supporting compliance and audit readiness for all assigned projects.
- Supervised and trained two mechanical technicians, improving team performance and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Led multiple projects as Technician Lead, overseeing quality, fabrication, and on-time completion for successful customer delivery.
- Appointed head of workforce safety committee and received Safety Person of the Year award by establishing and implementing a Safety/Preventive Maintenance Inspection Program.
- Assembled and tested fluid systems, verifying components for operational temperatures and pressures, and ensured proper assembly techniques for various fittings and mechanical systems.
- Operated shop power tools and off-site water-jet machinery safely, performing tool maintenance and supporting shop organization to optimize workflow.
Plant Operator
8 Years 8 Months- Supervised and maintained Caterpillar 3520 and 3516 landfill gas generators, ensuring optimal performance through regular servicing, tuning, and troubleshooting.
- Conducted major overhaul inspections and in-frame breakdowns, interpreting electrical schematics to resolve issues and maintain plant reliability.
- Maintained facility inspections and plant compliance with state and federal permitting, ensuring regulatory standards were consistently met.
- Developed and implemented an inventory system, enabling accurate accounting of all parts, supplies, tools, and fluids for plant operations.
- Played a major role in increasing plant rating from 4.0 to 10.0 per Aria standards, contributing to 99% within-budget performance and earning 2018 Best Budget award.
- Implemented new Hazmat program and oil leak strategy, reducing environmental impact and improving site safety.
- Pursued ongoing training in High Voltage, Electrical, and Arc Flash, proactively enhancing qualifications and plant safety.
Maintenance Production Superintendent
6 Years 8 Months- Served as lead authority on all maintenance actions for designated section, supervising technical and administrative work for aircraft maintenance teams.
- Directed maintenance efforts for a fleet of 28 aircraft, leading 6 expediters and supervising 200+ technicians across multiple career fields.
- Exceeded productivity expectations by implementing effective management strategies, raising performance standards within designated sections.
- Scheduled and coordinated business trips for 200+ personnel, ensuring seamless operations and mission readiness.
- Maintained operational status of precious cargo valued at $896 million, ensuring flawless execution of maintenance duties.
Maintenance Section Chief
17 Years 7 Months- Supervised and managed 75 maintenance personnel, directing work schedules to provide three-shift coverage for daily aircraft maintenance.
- Managed On-the-Job Training (OJT) program, ensuring all training requirements were met for section personnel.
- Enforced strict technical data compliance and standards, supporting smooth and successful production operations.
- Managed support and supply equipment accounts valued over $26 million, ensuring resource availability and accountability.
- Created an effective supervision network, leading to a successful and efficient production environment for maintenance teams.
Education
Associates Degree - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Skills
Reliable equipment performance resulted from PLC knowledge applied in maintenance environments.
Efficient work under strict deadlines resulted from disciplined time management.
Clear documentation resulted from strong Microsoft Word proficiency.
Improved team performance resulted from supervisory experience in operational settings.
Strong equipment support resulted from service technician experience.
Effective plant operations resulted from management background.
Accurate repair and troubleshooting resulted from mechanical knowledge.
Precise fluid systems assembly resulted from developed installation skills.
Compliant work practices resulted from safety program implementation.
Deep maintenance expertise resulted from 35 years of experience in plant operator
expeditor
section chief
program manager
and production superintendent roles.
Reliable assembly output resulted from production and maintenance experience.
Effective operational leadership resulted from extensive leadership background.
Accurate work execution resulted from schematics interpretation.
Review-ready records resulted from strong program documentation practices.
Disciplined work habits resulted from military background.
Tight material control resulted from inventory management experience.
Accurate tracking and reporting resulted from Microsoft Excel proficiency.
Industrial electrical work support resulted from electrical experience in demanding settings.
Positive internal and external relationships resulted from customer service focus.
Dependable equipment and facility support resulted from maintenance experience across multiple environments.
Consistent communication and scheduling resulted from Microsoft Outlook proficiency.
Broad industrial maintenance capability resulted from ongoing technical experience.
Stable VFD system support resulted from prior system experience.
Clear program visibility resulted from briefings delivered to senior leadership team.
Secure compression fitting installation resulted from proven assembly skill.
Effective cross-functional coordination resulted from collaboration and negotiation with internal and external customers.
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
OSHA 30 General Industry and Health, February 2023 to Present, OSHA 30 General Industry and Health Safety Course, Forklift Certification, October 2021 to October 2025, Forklift Certification and Drivers License
Timeline
Sr. Mechanical Engineer Technician
OxEon Energy
11.2021 - CurrentRead More
Plant Operator
Aria Energy
01.2013 - 09.2021Read More
Maintenance Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
05.2006 - 01.2013Read More
Maintenance Section Chief
United States Air Force
10.1988 - 05.2006Read More
Community College of the Air Force
Associates Degree from Aviation Maintenance Technology
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