Garron Herdt
Kent
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. With over 20 years of automotive experience and 15 years with the city, I have been given the opportunity to obtain and utilize specialized skills that would greatly support my success in a leadership position.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Superintendent
City Of Tukwila
07.2020 - Current
- Responsible for purchasing and maintaining fleet equipment.
- Work closely with city departments to provide the needs of specialized equipment within budgets.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and planning.
- Build ongoing relationships with departments throughout the city by providing a high level of customer service.
- Developed comprehensive budgets and schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or vendors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Stepped up during the absence of technicians to ensure work in the shop is completed.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Fleet Maintenance Technician
City Of Tukwila
05.2008 - 07.2020
- Scheduled and repaired all fleet equipment.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Provided service documentation to departments in order to better assist with maintenance schedules.
- Fabricated equipment to customer specs.
- Installation of aftermarket accessories were able to be performed in-house due to my knowledge of experienced electrical training.
- Optimized fuel consumption across the entire fleet by routinely monitoring engine performance indicators such as oil pressure or coolant temperature during scheduled maintenance checks.
- Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and schedules for all vehicles.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, ensuring proper documentation for future reference and audits.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools to identify root causes quickly and efficiently.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular safety checks on all fleet vehicles and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Established strong vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing on parts, supplies, and services required for fleet operations.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of critical spare parts when needed while minimizing storage costs at the same time.
- Collaborated with management to plan and execute fleet replacements or upgrades based on usage patterns and industry trends.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute of Arizona
Phoenix, AZ04.2003
High School Diploma -
Renton Senior High School
Renton, WA06.2001
Skills
- Master of all trades (Automotive mechanics, construction, electrical, fabrication, woodworking)
- Relationship Building
- Multi-Project Coordination
- Able to communicate well with others
- Equipment Operation
- Strategic Planning
- Equipment Repair
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Decision-Making
Certification
University of Washington Leadership That Shapes The Future
Timeline
Fleet Superintendent
City Of Tukwila
07.2020 - Current
Fleet Maintenance Technician
City Of Tukwila
05.2008 - 07.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute of Arizona
High School Diploma -
Renton Senior High School
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