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GENE C. BRIGGS

Mountain Home,Idaho

Summary

VALUE OFFERED Extremely independent, reliable, dedicated employee centered on top-notch customer service, integrity in work and productivity. Focused on cleanliness, timeliness and exceeding job standards/expectations. Eager to go above and beyond to meet deadlines. Proven record of customer satisfaction due to timely, efficient, and affordable service. Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 35 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Facility Maintenance/Mechanic 2

St Lukes Health Services
Boise, ID
08.2016 - Current
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
  • Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season.
  • Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.
  • Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Provided top quality control to eliminate maintenance downtime.
  • Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems.
  • Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
  • Scheduled regular machine maintenance.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Managed over 50 customer calls per day

LEAD AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

Mountain Home Car Care
Mountain Home, ID
05.2010 - 05.2016
  • Troubleshoots and repairs automotive electrical systems
  • Dismantles and reassembles automotive engines
  • Performs basic routine and preventative maintenance, such as oil changes, tune-ups, and more
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues
  • Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes

CONTRACTOR

Mountain Home Air Force Base, ARMED SECURITY
Mountain Home, Idaho
04.2007 - 04.2010
  • Protected perimeter of federal installation
  • Responsible for authorized entry
  • Performed background checks
  • Performed thorough searches of commercial vehicles for contraband
  • Required to have yearly small arms training qualification
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations

OWNER/OPERATOR

Gene’s Automotive, Mountain Home
Mountain Home, AR
08.2005 - 04.2007
  • Troubleshot and repaired automotive electrical systems
  • Dismantled and reassembled automotive engines
  • Performed basic routine and preventative maintenance, such as oil changes, tune-ups, etc.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations
  • Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

Bill’s Automotive, Mountain Home
Mountain Home, Idaho
10.2001 - 08.2005
  • Troubleshot and repaired automotive electrical systems
  • Dismantled and reassembled automotive engines
  • Performed basic routine and preventative maintenance, such as oil changes, tune-ups, etc.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks
  • Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles

MECHANIC

Bob’s Services, Inc
Anchorage, Alaska
09.2000 - 08.2001
  • Specialized in building custom construction equipment vehicles
  • Installed snowplows, flatbeds and other equipment
  • Built box vans
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
  • Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
  • Managed inventory through computerized inventory control system.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles
  • Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations
  • Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes
  • Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor
  • Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics

AIRCRAFT FUELS TECHNICIAN - RETIRED

United States Air Force
Shinglehouse , PA
11.1980 - 12.2000
  • Inspected, repaired, troubleshot fuel and water systems in confined spaces
  • Experience with “two- man policy” for safety
  • Grounding policy – static electricity
  • Purged aircrafts to lowest explosive level before entry
  • Vast experience and understanding of use and donning of personal protective equipment
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions

Education

High School Diploma -

Oswayo Valley High School
Shinglehouse, PA
05.1980

High School Diploma -

CCAF
United States Air Force
12.2000

Skills

  • Repair Work Planning
  • Problem Detection and Resolution
  • Technical Documentation Interpretation
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Supply and Parts Ordering
  • Clear Communication
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Decision Making
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Wiring Installation and Repair
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Critical Thinking

Timeline

Facility Maintenance/Mechanic 2

St Lukes Health Services
08.2016 - Current

LEAD AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

Mountain Home Car Care
05.2010 - 05.2016

CONTRACTOR

Mountain Home Air Force Base, ARMED SECURITY
04.2007 - 04.2010

OWNER/OPERATOR

Gene’s Automotive, Mountain Home
08.2005 - 04.2007

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

Bill’s Automotive, Mountain Home
10.2001 - 08.2005

MECHANIC

Bob’s Services, Inc
09.2000 - 08.2001

AIRCRAFT FUELS TECHNICIAN - RETIRED

United States Air Force
11.1980 - 12.2000

High School Diploma -

Oswayo Valley High School

High School Diploma -

CCAF
GENE C. BRIGGS