GREGORY D. BLESSING
Union
Summary
To secure a management position with a solid organization.
Experienced with troubleshooting and diagnosing complex maintenance issues. Utilizes preventive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and improve efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative team environment and ensuring high-quality repair work.
Knowledgeable with strong background in overseeing maintenance operations in various settings. Successfully managed teams to ensure efficient and timely repairs, improving overall facility performance. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and preventive maintenance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
12.2014 - Current
- Mechanical & electrical diagnosis
- Mechanical & electrical repair
- Created computerized preventative maintenance program for parts and labor tracking and service intervals
- Body and sheet metal work
- Currently the Western Region Director for OSBMA
- Passed all state inspections by OSP
- Managed budget for fleet maintenance
- Preformed building electrical and plumbing repair
- Maintain a fleet of 24 buses and vans as well as maintenance vehicles
Mechanical Technician
Montgomery County Board of DDS
10.2011 - 11.2014
- Mechanical & electrical diagnosis
- Mechanical & electrical repair
- Body and sheet metal work
- Building and grounds maintenance
- A/C diagnosis & repair
- For fleet 62 School Buses, 35 Handivans and Maintenance Vehicles
- Managed Budget for parts and labor costs
Technician
Union Tire & Auto Center
01.2009 - 10.2011
- Mechanical & electrical diagnosis
- Mechanical & electrical repair
- A/C diagnosis & repair
Diesel Technician
Worldwide Equipment
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Specialized in engine maintenance and repair on Volvo and Hino equipment
- Computer diagnostics of Volvo, Mack, and Cummins engines
- Performed diagnostics and repair for air brakes, ABS, drive-train, etc
- Completed monthly training tests on Volvo equipment
Shift Lead
Gordon Food Service
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Assigned work and supervised 5 technicians
- Handled road calls
- Met with drivers on vehicle issues
- Conducted monthly safety meetings
- Scheduled equipment for PM service
- Worked with vendors on outside repairs
- Active member of the Emergency Safety Action Team
- Weekly and monthly performance reports on technicians and workloads
Diesel Technician
Gordon Food Service
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Specialized in Volvo, White GMC, International, and Sterling maintenance and repairs
- All computer diagnostics for ABS, engine and electrical systems
- ECM troubleshooter and programmer
- Assume leadership duties in absence of supervisor
Education
High School -
Northmont High School
Clayton, Ohio01-1995
MVCTC - Diesel Trade
MVCTC
Clayton, Ohio01.1994
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Data analysis
- Arc welding
- Lighting systems
- HVAC systems maintenance
- Groundskeeping
- Plumbing repairs
- Vendor coordination
Certification
- Class B CDL with School Bus Endorsement
- State Highway Patrol: Safety Inspection Training
- Air Brakes, Anti-lock Brakes, Electrical Wiring and Troubleshooting, Air Conditioning Certification
- Eaton Vorad: Installation and Maintenance
- Weiler Welding: Gas, MIG, Stick welding, Oxy-acetylene Torch
- North American Institute: Volvo VCads Pro
- GFS Management Training, Diversity Training
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Kids sports
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Volunteer work
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
12.2014 - Current
Mechanical Technician
Montgomery County Board of DDS
10.2011 - 11.2014
Technician
Union Tire & Auto Center
01.2009 - 10.2011
Diesel Technician
Worldwide Equipment
01.2008 - 01.2009
Shift Lead
Gordon Food Service
01.2005 - 01.2008
Diesel Technician
Gordon Food Service
01.2001 - 01.2005
High School -
Northmont High School
MVCTC - Diesel Trade
MVCTC
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