David Olson
Mead,WA
Summary
Professional with solid experience in mechanical maintenance leadership. Skilled in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex machinery. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable, adept at training staff and ensuring operational efficiency. Known for effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to safety standards.
Professional in logistics management with robust experience in overseeing shipping and receiving Skilled in inventory control, process optimization, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Stalick's Property Management
Spokane, WA
03.2023 - 03.2026
- Supervised daily maintenance operations to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify repair needs and prioritize maintenance activities.
- Coordinated with vendors for procurement of maintenance supplies, optimizing inventory management processes.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and maintenance procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules, reducing emergency repairs and downtime significantly.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex mechanical issues, ensuring swift resolution to minimize service interruptions.
- Supervised 3 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
Pest & Herbicide Technician/Senior Mechanical Engineer
Quartzsite Mountain Tree Nursery
Spokane, WA
05.2018 - 03.2023
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
Shipping & Receiving Supervisor/Maintenance Supervisor
Action Recycling
Spokane, WA
03.2011 - 03.2018
- Supervised daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing routing and scheduling.
- Managed inventory control processes, maintaining accurate stock levels and minimizing discrepancies.
- Trained and mentored team members on efficient handling of materials and safety protocols.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing streamlined shipping and receiving processes.
- Oversaw loading dock operations, maintaining a safe environment and preventing accidents or delays during peak hours.
- Coordinated with multiple departments for seamless order fulfillment, enhancing cross-functional collaboration within the company.
- Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules for machinery and equipment.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
Education
Certification - Pesticide & Herbicide Chemical Application
Quartzsite Mountain Tree Nursery
Chewelah, WA03-2022
Certification - HAZMAT
Quartzsite Mountain Tree Nursery
Chewelah, WA03-2022
Certification - 2000 Verified Hrs Forklift Operation & Maintenance
Action Recycling
Spokane, WA02-2018
GED -
Colville High School
Colville, WA12-1980
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Pneumatic systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety protocols
- Vehicle maintenance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Hydraulic systems
- Welding techniques
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Stalick's Property Management
03.2023 - 03.2026
Pest & Herbicide Technician/Senior Mechanical Engineer
Quartzsite Mountain Tree Nursery
05.2018 - 03.2023
Shipping & Receiving Supervisor/Maintenance Supervisor
Action Recycling
03.2011 - 03.2018
Certification - Pesticide & Herbicide Chemical Application
Quartzsite Mountain Tree Nursery
Certification - HAZMAT
Quartzsite Mountain Tree Nursery
Certification - 2000 Verified Hrs Forklift Operation & Maintenance
Action Recycling
GED -
Colville High School