Eric Lassiter
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Professional and driven Utilities Mechanic with extensive experience at the City of Clearwater and City of Largo , excelling in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure safety compliance. Skilled in diagnostics, and emergency response, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication to foster teamwork and achieve project goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utilities Mechanic
City of Largo
05.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in utility systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Executed routine maintenance on equipment, enhancing reliability and reducing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems efficiently.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to assess system functionality and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted inspections of utility systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Documented repair activities and maintenance schedules for record-keeping and future reference.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment, ensuring proper integration with existing systems for seamless operation.
- Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities.
- Follows suggested procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance.
- Operates light to heavy duty trucks and equipment including mini excavator, backhoe, by-pass pumps, forklift, aerial lift, skid steer, knuckle-boom crane, and truck mounted crane.
- Performs corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance on lift stations, wastewater reclamation facility, and biosolids palletizer components and equipment.
- Disassembles, installs, and performs mechanical repairs.
- Participates in the installation and repair of various size gravity and force main pipelines.
- Maintains air release valves by following standard operating procedure (SOP).
- Demonstrates working knowledge and understanding of Wastewater Collection System maps.
- Demonstrates proficiency in Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Sets up mobile generators and bypass pumping equipment.
- Possesses general knowledge and understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) operations.
- Installs chemical feed lines, sample pumps, disinfection equipment, pneumatic lines and associated components.
- Repairs, rebuilds, and services wastewater treatment plant pumps, gear drives, and other related equipment.
- Implements Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) procedures following the departments SOP.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
- Performs after hours stand-by duties as required.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Installed underground pipes, conduits and other components of utility systems.
- Completed daily maintenance tasks in record time to maximize productivity.
- Inspected utility systems to confirm fully-functioning operation and to identify necessary repairs.
- Performed routine, preventative maintenance of utility systems on water lines, valves and meters.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
- Responded to emergency calls for utility repairs and troubleshooting.
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Responded efficiently to emergency situations involving utility failures, mitigating potential damage or loss in production capabilities.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and implementing corrective actions for identified issues.
Lead Auto Technician
Clearwater Toyota
01.2017 - Current
- Diagnosed complex automotive issues using advanced diagnostic tools and systems.
- Oversaw repair processes, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality controls.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing training on best practices and technical skills.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in service operations.
- Collaborated with parts department to source high-quality components for repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and regulations.
- Managed customer interactions, delivering clear explanations of repair needs and solutions.
- Developed maintenance schedules for vehicles, promoting longevity and optimal performance.
- Successfully resolved challenging repair situations troubleshooting efforts backed by strong technical knowledge base.
- Managed workflow within the shop to ensure timely completion of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in recordkeeping, ensuring all service documentation was complete and up-to-date for future reference.
- Achieved high level of expertise in advanced diagnostic tools, allowing for quick identification of issues and efficient resolution of complex problems.
- Ensured compliance with all safety protocols, maintaining a clean working environment to minimize accidents or injuries among staff members.
- Reduced downtime of vehicles in the shop by efficiently prioritizing repairs based on urgency and complexity.
- Enhanced vehicle performance by conducting comprehensive diagnostics and implementing appropriate repairs.
- Collaborated with service advisors to provide accurate repair estimates for clients, ensuring transparency and trust in services provided.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.
Utilities Mechanic
City of Clearwater
04.2022 - 01.2025
- Operated and monitored water treatment processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in routine maintenance of equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Learned water quality testing procedures to support accurate reporting of results.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system issues and improve response times.
- Documented daily operations and maintenance activities for regulatory compliance.
- Participated in safety training sessions to uphold workplace safety protocols.
- Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities.
- Follows suggested procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance.
- Operates light to heavy duty trucks and equipment including mini excavator, backhoe, by-pass pumps, forklift, aerial lift, skid steer, knuckle-boom crane, and truck mounted crane.
- Performs corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance on lift stations, wastewater reclamation facility, and biosolids palletizer components and equipment.
- Disassembles, installs, and performs mechanical repairs.
- Participates in the installation and repair of various size gravity and force main pipelines.
- Maintains air release valves by following standard operating procedure (SOP).
- Demonstrates working knowledge and understanding of Wastewater Collection System maps.
- Demonstrates proficiency in Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Sets up mobile generators and bypass pumping equipment.
- Possesses general knowledge and understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) operations.
- Installs chemical feed lines, sample pumps, disinfection equipment, pneumatic lines and associated components.
- Repairs, rebuilds, and services wastewater treatment plant pumps, gear drives, and other related equipment.
- Implements Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) procedures following the departments SOP.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
- Performs after hours stand-by duties as required.
- Engaged in continuous learning about water treatment technologies and best practices.
- Assisted in training new hires to ensure they were well-equipped for their roles as Water Plant Operators.
- Increased operational efficiency with thorough inspections of all pumps, valves, meters, and other essential equipment.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by monitoring water treatment operations closely.
- Reduced plant downtime by conducting preventative maintenance on equipment and systems.
- Performed backwash operations on filters regularly to maintain optimal filtration efficiency throughout the plant.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operation of the water treatment plant during scheduled shifts.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests performed, chemicals used, and any issues encountered during operation periods.
- Participated in emergency response drills to prepare for potential situations requiring immediate action or intervention at the facility.
- Troubleshot issues in a timely manner to minimize disruptions to water supply services for the community.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on water-treatment plant equipment to reduce downtime.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to plant operations.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
- Services, maintains, repairs, and monitors wastewater treatment plant and all equipment and general operations
- Monitored processes, materials, and surroundings; observations, alarms, the surrounding environment and other sources to detect and assess wastewater plant operating and maintenance problems.
- Made daily operational checks, monitors meters, dials, and gauges, and records data on reports as requested; services, repairs, etc.
- Worked on on call rotation for extended after hours and weekends.
- Worked on State Emergencies, during & post hurricane recovery.
Education
Master of Automotive Service Technology - Master of Automotive Service Technology
Pinellas Technical College
Clearwater, FL05-2016
High School Diploma -
Largo High School
Largo, FL05-2007
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mechanical systems
- Diagnostics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hydraulic pumps
- Equipment inspection and testing
- Quality assurance
- Safety procedures
- Diagnostic tools
- Deadline driven
- Emergency response readiness
- Process control
- Wastewater treatment
- Pump station management
- System monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Pump operation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
Certification
Class A CDL License
Timeline
Utilities Mechanic
City of Largo
05.2025 - Current
Utilities Mechanic
City of Clearwater
04.2022 - 01.2025
Lead Auto Technician
Clearwater Toyota
01.2017 - Current
Master of Automotive Service Technology - Master of Automotive Service Technology
Pinellas Technical College
High School Diploma -
Largo High School
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