Daniel Vicars
Beatrice,NE
Summary
Dynamic maintenance professional with extensive experience at Matheson Gas, excelling in equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and team productivity through effective training and process improvements. Skilled in industrial maintenance and adept at fostering strong vendor relationships to ensure seamless operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance
Cip
Lincoln, NE
12.2025 - Current
- Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
- Enhanced team productivity, supervising and scheduling maintenance staff assignments.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Supervised facility crew and general maintenance schedules.
- Worked closely with maintenance staff to schedule repairs and preventative maintenance tasks, reducing equipment malfunctions and extending service life.
- Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshot devices.
- Reported operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
Maintenance Tec 5
Matheson Gas
Beatrice, NE
12.2019 - 12.2025
- Maintained equipment and tools to uphold operational standards and safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new technicians on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Resolved technical issues promptly to minimize downtime and maintain service reliability.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
Maintenance Engineer
Hoilday Inn Express
Beatrice, NE
06.2015 - 12.2025
- Conducted routine inspections on HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical components to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and resolved maintenance issues efficiently to minimize downtime for hotel operations.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment longevity.
- Collaborated with vendors for timely procurement of parts and supplies, ensuring operational readiness.
Operations Manager
Cook Elc
Beatrice, NE
03.2000 - 01.2015
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce processing time.
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Coordinated inventory management processes, ensuring accuracy in stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing strategies.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Beatrice Senior High
Beatrice, NE08-1988
Skills
- Press maintenance
- Peripherals maintenance
- Book maintenance
- Weapons maintenance
- Industrial maintenance
- Lighting maintenance
- Project maintenance
- Jobsite maintenance
- Switchgear maintenance
- Maintenance servicing
- Furnace maintenance
- Ice maintenance
- Inventory maintenance
- Gearbox maintenance
- Drivetrain maintenance
- Door maintenance
- Refrigeration maintenance
- Circuit maintenance
Certification
Pool operator.cpr.epa.
Timeline
Maintenance
Cip
12.2025 - Current
Maintenance Tec 5
Matheson Gas
12.2019 - 12.2025
Maintenance Engineer
Hoilday Inn Express
06.2015 - 12.2025
Operations Manager
Cook Elc
03.2000 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Beatrice Senior High