Harvey D. Dunning, Jr
boykins,Virginia
Summary
Proactive professional with extensive experience in vehicle maintenance supervision. Recognized for implementing process improvements and training junior mechanics to foster a culture of safety and efficiency in operations. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic Supervisor
Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesapeake, Virginia
07.2016 - Current
- Supervised daily vehicle maintenance and repair activities for school transportation fleet.
- Trained and mentored junior mechanics on safety procedures and best practices.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
- Inspected school buses for compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
- Managed inventory of parts and tools necessary for mechanical operations.
- Collaborated with administrative staff to address transportation issues promptly.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in repair workflows.
- Ensured accurate documentation of repairs and maintenance activities performed on vehicles.
- Documented and updated maintenance records, documents and work order logs.
- Communicated job status and estimated completion times.
- Supervised mechanics performing maintenance and repairs.
- Prioritized tasks to plan and delegate work to reduce delays and increase productivity.
- Inspected completed work and monitored compliance with regulations and standards.
- Completed maintenance and repair work on components and equipment.
- Resolved customer concerns and team member issues through email communication.
- Used computer maintenance program to produce repair orders and charge out parts.
- Evaluated staff based on productivity, workmanship and safety record to address areas needing improvement.
- Mentored and coached team to motivate, educate and enhance performance.
- Led shift meetings and briefings at shift turnover to share important information.
- Developed and implemented processes and procedures to support superior operations, task delegation and cost reduction.
- Reviewed and approved material requests and coordinated with professionals to monitor on-time materials arrival.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Analyzed repair data for trends in order to recommend improvements in service procedures.
- Collaborated with management on special projects or initiatives related to mechanic services.
- Resolved conflicts between mechanics over labor allocation or quality of workmanship.
- Scheduled preventative maintenance activities as needed to reduce downtime due to equipment failure.
- Monitored, evaluated, and reported on the performance of individual mechanics.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors for accuracy and completeness prior to payment authorization.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency measures.
- Provided technical guidance and assistance to mechanics on complex repairs.
- Established performance goals for each mechanic under supervision.
- Trained new mechanics on proper use of tools, repair methods, safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels for parts used in repairs and maintenance activities.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations by performing periodic audits of staff activities.
- Performed administrative duties such as hiring and firing personnel or preparing budgets.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools, work areas, and vehicles to ensure safety regulations were being followed.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for all machines and equipment.
- Assisted with troubleshooting difficult mechanical issues when needed.
- Investigated customer claims concerning defective products or services rendered.
- Investigated customer complaints related to mechanical problems or malfunctions.
- Supervised the daily operations of the mechanic shop including assigning tasks to employees.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Kept work garage clean and organized to meet internal and regulatory expectations governing safety.
- Wrote service orders, accepted payments and updated customer accounts to maintain CRM system.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
Mechanic Supervisor
City of Suffolk/ Dept. of Fleet Management
Suffolk, Virginia
12.1996 - 03.2016
- Supervised daily vehicle maintenance and repair activities for transportation fleet.
- Trained and mentored junior mechanics on safety procedures and best practices.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
- Managed inventory of parts and tools necessary for mechanical operations.
- Collaborated with administrative staff to address transportation issues promptly.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in repair workflows.
- Ensured accurate documentation of repairs and maintenance activities performed on vehicles.
- Documented and updated maintenance records, documents and work order logs.
- Communicated job status and estimated completion times.
- Supervised mechanics performing maintenance and repairs.
- Prioritized tasks to plan and delegate work to reduce delays and increase productivity.
- Inspected completed work and monitored compliance with regulations and standards.
- Completed maintenance and repair work on components and equipment.
- Resolved customer concerns and team member issues through email communication.
- Used computer maintenance program to produce repair orders and charge out parts.
- Evaluated staff based on productivity, workmanship and safety record to address areas needing improvement.
- Mentored and coached team to motivate, educate and enhance performance.
- Led shift meetings and briefings at shift turnover to share important information.
- Developed and implemented processes and procedures to support superior operations, task delegation and cost reduction.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Analyzed repair data for trends in order to recommend improvements in service procedures.
- Collaborated with management on special projects or initiatives related to mechanic services.
- Resolved conflicts between mechanics over labor allocation or quality of workmanship.
- Scheduled preventative maintenance activities as needed to reduce downtime due to equipment failure.
- Monitored, evaluated, and reported on the performance of individual mechanics.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors for accuracy and completeness prior to payment authorization.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency measures.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that all necessary parts were available for maintenance and repairs.
- Provided technical guidance and assistance to mechanics on complex repairs.
- Established performance goals for each mechanic under supervision.
- Trained new mechanics on proper use of tools, repair methods, safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels for parts used in repairs and maintenance activities.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations by performing periodic audits of staff activities.
- Performed administrative duties such as hiring and firing personnel or preparing budgets.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools, work areas, and vehicles to ensure safety regulations were being followed.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for all machines and equipment.
- Assisted with troubleshooting difficult mechanical issues when needed.
- Investigated customer claims concerning defective products or services rendered.
- Investigated customer complaints related to mechanical problems or malfunctions.
- Supervised the daily operations of the mechanic shop including assigning tasks to employees.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Kept work garage clean and organized to meet internal and regulatory expectations governing safety.
- Wrote service orders, accepted payments and updated customer accounts to maintain CRM system.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pruden Center of Technology
Suffolk, VA01-1996
Skills
- Vehicle maintenance
- Engine rebuilding
- A/C troubleshooting
- Brake inspection
- Parts ordering
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Equipment safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Computerized diagnostics
- Supervisory skills
- Electrical systems
- Driveline maintenance
- Mechanical expertise
- Vehicle inspection
- Diagnostic
- Performance evaluations
- Heavy machinery operation
- AC repair
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Workflow optimization
- Hydraulic systems proficiency
- Warranty procedures
- Environmental regulations compliance
- Budgeting and cost control
- Heavy-duty vehicle repair
- Pneumatic systems
- Maintaining records
- Steering systems
- Vendor relations
- Vehicle inspections
- Fuel systems
- Service scheduling
- Supply ordering
- Inventory auditing
- Advanced diagnostics
- Emissions control
- Contract negotiation
- Battery systems
- Brake systems
- Exhaust systems
- Parts management
- Overseeing garage operations
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Preventative maintenance
- Time management abilities
- Inspect completed work
Timeline
Mechanic Supervisor
Chesapeake Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
Mechanic Supervisor
City of Suffolk/ Dept. of Fleet Management
12.1996 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Pruden Center of Technology