Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Drew Hobbs

Cordele,GA

Summary

Dedicated Maintenance professional bringing many years of positive maintenance team leadership. Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance scheduling as well as unscheduled repairs to minimize downtime. Brings solid commitment to safety, quality and efficiency.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Coordinator

International Paper
Oglethorpe, GA
02.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated with external vendors for repair services when necessary.
  • Developed comprehensive strategies for improving overall efficiency in maintenance processes.
  • Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Resolved conflicts between different parties involved in maintenance operations.
  • Advised management on the purchase of new equipment based on operational needs and budget constraints.
  • Organized regular meetings with supervisors to discuss current issues related to maintenance activities.
  • Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during maintenance operations.
  • Determined strengths and weaknesses of team members and assigned tasks according to skill level.

Maintenance Technician

International Paper
Oglethorpe, GA
01.2018 - 02.2021
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
  • Worked closely with engineering team to develop innovative solutions for existing problems.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
  • Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.

Roofing Supervisor

Whitt's Roofing
Montezuma, GA
02.2016 - 01.2018
  • Ordered supplies needed for roofing projects from vendors or suppliers.
  • Inspected completed work to ensure conformance with specifications and adherence to standard codes.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding quality of service in a timely manner.
  • Established production schedules for crews and monitored progress against established goals.
  • Maintained records related to labor costs, material usage and other job-related expenses.
  • Created estimates for roofing jobs based on project scope of work provided by customer or contractor.
  • Evaluated job performance of crew members, providing feedback, coaching and corrective action when necessary.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Crisp County, Georgia
Cordele, GA
07.2014 - 02.2016
  • Assisted in developing departmental policies regarding safe working conditions.
  • Monitored inventory levels for spare parts and materials required for maintenance operations.
  • Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls from staff regarding facility issues.
  • Ensured compliance with local codes related to health and safety regulations.
  • Inspected buildings and grounds to identify potential safety hazards or structural problems.
  • Identified cost-saving measures through energy efficient upgrades of existing equipment.
  • Performed building and equipment maintenance and repairs by doing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, vehicular and machinery work.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crisp County High School
Cordele, GA
05-2014

Skills

  • Maintenance Planning
  • Report Preparation
  • Work Order Management
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Technical knowledge
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Cost Estimation
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Safety Compliance
  • Maintaining facilities
  • Equipment Inspection

Certification

  • Precision Millwright training
  • Advanced skilled craftsmen training
  • Hydraulics 1, 2, and Advanced training courses
  • NSK bearing essentials
  • Sumotomo's gear reducer rebuild training
  • Journeyman millwright IV- Advanced (International Paper)

Affiliations

  • Georgia certified EMR
  • American red cross CPR certified
  • Emergency response team (Fire, Hazmat, Medical, Rescue) (International Paper)
  • Active Member of Root Cause Failure Analysis team. (International Paper)
  • Maintenance Safety Lead (International Paper)
  • Flint River Employee Credit Union loan evaluation board (International Paper)
  • Employee engagement board (International Paper)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Maintenance Coordinator

International Paper
02.2021 - Current

Maintenance Technician

International Paper
01.2018 - 02.2021

Roofing Supervisor

Whitt's Roofing
02.2016 - 01.2018

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Crisp County, Georgia
07.2014 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Crisp County High School

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