Christopher Kerstetter
Woodward ,PA
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Superintendent with the United States Air Force, recognized for enhancing equipment reliability through innovative preventive maintenance programs. Proven leadership in managing large teams and optimizing operational efficiency. Skilled in troubleshooting mechanical systems and fostering teamwork, resulting in significant reductions in downtime and improved safety compliance.
Overview
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Work History
Maintenance Superintendent
United States Air Force
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to proactive measures that prevented future incidents.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Managed efficient teams of up to Number employees.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.
- Conducted training, licensing, and vehicle inspections for new employees.
- Increased overall facility efficiency through the development of comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of parts and services as needed.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between departments to address complex operational challenges effectively.
- Developed cost-effective solutions for recurring issues, reducing repair expenses over time.
- Reduced downtime by effectively managing maintenance team schedules and prioritizing tasks.
- Coached team members to enhance technical skills and promote professional growth within the department.
- Championed environmental stewardship initiatives throughout the organization, resulting in significant waste reduction efforts across various processes.
- Implemented energy-saving initiatives that resulted in reduced utility costs for the facility.
- Evaluated new technologies and methodologies to modernize maintenance strategies, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Streamlined work processes by closely monitoring performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and accountability within the maintenance department, fostering a positive work environment for all staff members.
- Ensured smooth operations during scheduled shutdowns by meticulously planning and coordinating maintenance activities.
- Managed budgetary constraints while maintaining top-notch facility conditions through diligent resource allocation.
- Improved safety records with thorough training and adherence to regulatory standards for all team members.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Supervised 748 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
Education
Organizational Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CASkills
- Mechanical systems
- Scheduling coordination
- Electrical systems
- Facility inspections
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Safety protocols
- Work order management
- Deadline management
- Risk assessment
- Staff management
- Job planning
- Team supervision
- Quality control
- Hydraulic systems
- Employee performance assessment
- Maintenance scheduling
- Vehicle maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Inventory monitoring
- Employee scheduling
- Troubleshooting
- Performance monitoring
- Staff scheduling
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Inventory replenishment
- Employee performance evaluation
- Production scheduling
- Facilities maintenance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Materials requisition
- Regulatory compliance
- Compliance enforcement
- Resource allocation
- Supply coordination
- Maintaining components
- Work assignment delegation
- Installation procedures
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Skilled maintenance and repair
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Tools and equipment maintenance
- Multitasking
- Dependable and consistent
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Job prioritizing
- Decision-making
- Employee safety training
- Safety compliance
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Visual inspection
- Task prioritization
- Stress tolerance
- Employee motivation
- Safety standards
- Worker training
- Maintenance planning
Certification
Project Management Professional Certification
Timeline
Maintenance Superintendent
United States Air Force
Organizational Management
Ashford University
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