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Eric Tumbleson

Roanoke,IN

Summary

Proven leader in utility and maintenance management, notably with Precision Utility Group, where I spearheaded team training in safety and efficiency, achieving significant project completion rates. Expert in equipment maintenance and crew oversight, I excel in multitasking and proactive problem-solving, ensuring optimal operational productivity and safety standards.

Experienced with managing cargo handling and dock operations efficiently. Utilizes strong organizational skills to ensure accuracy and timeliness in loading and unloading tasks. Knowledge of safety protocols and teamwork principles ensures smooth and secure operations.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Utility Crew Leader

Precision Utility Group- Frontier Communications
01.2016 - Current
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Managed inventory control, minimizing waste while maintaining adequate stock levels for operations.
  • Developed a strong sense of teamwork among crew members through regular communication and team building activities.

Maintenance Manager

Challenge Tool & Manufacturing
03.2012 - 12.2015
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
  • Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
  • Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
  • Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
  • Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
  • Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
  • Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
  • Implemented safety protocols that reduced workplace incidents and improved employee compliance.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently load and unload shipments.
  • Coordinated inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
  • Coordinated with logistics teams to optimize shipment schedules and resource allocation.

Store Manager

Reed's Do It It Best Hardware
02.2007 - 04.2012
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Trained and developed staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing shrinkage.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Utilized various tools and equipment safely, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, resulting in efficient material movement throughout the facility and dock.
  • Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Automotive Mechanic

Ingles Service Center
02.2004 - 01.2007
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex automotive systems, ensuring optimal vehicle performance.
  • Performed routine maintenance services, enhancing vehicle longevity and reliability.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to identify malfunctions and implement effective solutions.
  • Collaborated with service advisors to communicate repair needs and service recommendations effectively.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Boosted customer confidence with clear explanations of diagnostic findings and proposed solutions.
  • Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
  • Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.

Education

Associate of Science - Automotive & Business Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN
02.2007

High School Diploma -

Bluffton High School
Bluffton, IN
05.2004

Skills

  • Crew oversight
  • Safety Guidelines
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Crew Management
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Proactive Problem Solving
  • Task Prioritization
  • Job Site Evaluation
  • Project Management
  • Delegating Work
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Quality control
  • Vehicle operations
  • Forklift certification
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Pallet jack handling
  • Shipment tracking
  • Pallet handling
  • Stocking shelves
  • Truck loading and unloading

Timeline

Utility Crew Leader

Precision Utility Group- Frontier Communications
01.2016 - Current

Maintenance Manager

Challenge Tool & Manufacturing
03.2012 - 12.2015

Store Manager

Reed's Do It It Best Hardware
02.2007 - 04.2012

Automotive Mechanic

Ingles Service Center
02.2004 - 01.2007

Associate of Science - Automotive & Business Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

High School Diploma -

Bluffton High School