Chris Taylor
Chicago,IL
Summary
Qualified Equipment Manager with solid foundation in managing equipment and ensuring operational efficiency. Proven track record in maintaining equipment integrity and coordinating logistics for seamless workflow. Demonstrated ability to implement preventative maintenance programs and foster safe working environment. Known for adaptability, collaboration and effective problem-solving in fast paced environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Equipment Manager and Salvage
Walsh Group
Chicago, IL
02.2025 - Current
- Managed maintenance schedules for equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Coordinated equipment procurement and inventory management to support project timelines.
- Implemented safety protocols for equipment operation, reducing incidents and enhancing compliance.
- Trained team members on equipment use and best practices, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Managed equipment inventory to ensure availability and operational readiness across multiple projects.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules, improving equipment longevity and reducing downtime.
- Conducted thorough assessments of salvageable materials to determine recovery potential.
- Developed and implemented efficient salvage processes to enhance operational productivity.
- Evaluated market trends to identify new opportunities for material recovery and resale.
Equipment Manager
Balfour Beatty II
Humble, TX
07.2019 - 09.2024
- Management over 7 crawler cranes, 3 rough terrain cranes and 2 tower cranes
- Kept scheduling for crane usage to 13 crews of over 100 personnel
- Maintained records for heavy equipment and crane service schedules
- Direct management of Heavy equipment/Crane and rigging department personnel
- Operated all cranes and heavy equipment
- Organized all rental needs for the project ie scissor lifts, boomlifts, light plants etc
- Managed all communications with vendors in relations to department
- Coordinated all offsite storage and movement of equipment
Equipment Manager
BELCO Electric
Houston, TX
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Monitored equipment and tool inventory to consistent replenishment in alignment with demand.
- Headed efforts in identifying trends, finding errors and developing turnaround strategies for support equipment.
- Trained team members effectively to maintain consistent productivity.
- Maintained clean and organized facilities.
Infantryman
U.S. Army
Joint Base Lewis McChord
08.2004 - 01.2013
- Operate/maintained weapons and equipment in combat operations
- Construction
- Terrain evaluation
- Recording topographical data
- Operated/maintained field communications equipment
- Assisted/directed supporting fire
- Basic reconnaissance operations
- Accountability of 7 million dollars in specialized equipment with no loss or damage
Education
Equipment Management Specialist - Management
AEMP
Washingon DCNo Degree - Heavy Equipment And Crane Certification
Associated Training Services
Sun Prairie, WI2018
Diesel Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
Houston, TXSkills
- Commercial construction
- Heavy machine operation
- Interpersonal/field communication
- Data entry
- Daily reports
- Employee management
- Department supervision
- Crane Assembly and Disasembly
- Equipment repairs
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
AEMP- Equipment Management Specialist
Heavy Equipment Certification
NCCCO (Crane Operations LVL 1, 2, 3)
OSHA 30
CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Regional Equipment Manager and Salvage
Walsh Group
02.2025 - Current
Equipment Manager
Balfour Beatty II
07.2019 - 09.2024
Equipment Manager
BELCO Electric
12.2018 - 07.2019
Infantryman
U.S. Army
08.2004 - 01.2013
Diesel Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
Equipment Management Specialist - Management
AEMP
No Degree - Heavy Equipment And Crane Certification
Associated Training Services