Herb Davidson
Martinsville,OH
Summary
Solid work history with ability to perform well individually or within a team, has a positive attitude and a commitment to safety, customer service, and LEAN manufacturing. Facilities specialist with 10+ years in repair and maintenance. Skilled in quickly interpreting blue prints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and other maintenance documents. Highly skilled in welding, cutting, and fabrication processes. HVAC/R Universal EPA Certification.
Professional with strong background in branch management. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency, driving growth, and fostering team collaboration. Known for adaptability to changing needs and effective problem-solving. Expertise in strategic planning, customer service, and financial oversight. Reliable leader focused on achieving results and empowering teams.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Branch Manager
Continental Battery Systems
11.2010 - Current
- Work closely with customers, outside sales, and corporate management
- Oversight of seven (7) direct report staff members
- Ensure customer satisfaction by providing highest quality products by ensuring all batteries are properly charged prior to shipment
- Process work orders and prioritize jobs
- Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment
- Unload incoming inventory and stock shelves in accordance with FIFO standards
- Assist in management of business operations by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports and ordering supplies
- Maintain record accuracy by using work order reporting system
- Utilize forklift, lift truck, and stock picker on a daily basis
Property & Facility Maintenance
ABX Air
01.2001 - 08.2009
- Repaired and maintained various instruments and test equipment
- Informed supervisor of potentially dangerous electrical equipment and faulty instrumentation
- Worked with single and three-phase power distribution
- Troubleshoot equipment problems using tools such as multi-meters and general hand tools
- Serviced equipment and systems in owned and leased facilities
- Installed equipment and systems on time and on schedule
- Repaired advanced HVAC systems, including air handlers, humidity control systems and duct sizing
- Maintained systems involving hazardous chemicals, gases, and liquids
- Repaired emergency generators
- Installed electrical data and telephone lines and fixtures
- Performed facility tool and system PMs according to manufacturing and internal specifications
- Repaired and maintained sprinkler systems, domestic water systems and fire pumps
- Stoop, climbed ladders and lifted heavy loads during set-up for events
- Supervised elevator repairs completed by an outside contractor
- Refurbished furniture and ordered replacement pieces when necessary
- Recommended new equipment and maintenance procedures to the facility manager
- Changed lights and ballasts and tested electrical circuitry
Property & Facility Maintenance
Joy Outdoor Education Center
10.1998 - 01.2004
- Building checks
- Electrical
- Plumbing repair and installation
- Welding (stick and mig)
- Carpentry
- Mowing and/or snow removal
Production Helper promoted to Supervisor
CCPI Inc.
10.1982 - 10.1998
- Pattern Shop lead
- Supervised 15+ employees in the manufacturing of vacuum formed shapes cured in induction ovens
- Manufactured for Just-in-Time delivery to the U.S., Canadian, and Mexican steel mills
- ISO 9000 Certified
Education
HVAC/R Program -
Fortes College
Centerville, Ohio10.2010
Leadership Training - General Studies
Dale Carnegie
01.1994
High School Diploma - General
Lynchburg Clay High School
Lynchburg, Ohio01.1982
Skills
- Wiring and testing proficiency
- Skilled in electrical wiring for various voltage applications
- Welding safety practices
- Proficient in mechanical systems and problem-solving
- Skilled in production line processes and forklift handling
- Proficient in operating power tools
- Experienced in plumbing systems
- Reliable independent contributor
- Timely and trustworthy
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Flexible in dynamic environments
- Adaptable work schedule
- Facilities management expert
- Client relationship management
- Employee oversight
- Inventory control
- Efficient work order management
- Workplace safety adherence
- HVAC system repair
- Routine equipment servicing
- Proficient in safe forklift handling
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Facility management
- Project coordination
- Quality assessment
- Cost reporting
- Just-in-time manufacturing
- Effective team leadership
- Problem resolution
- Process improvement
- OSHA standards compliance
- Maintenance scheduling
- Technical documentation
- Customer relationships
- Excellent time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Coaching and mentoring
- Cash transaction processing
- Decision-making
- Business development
- Interviewing and hiring
- Work prioritization
Timeline
Branch Manager
Continental Battery Systems
11.2010 - Current
Property & Facility Maintenance
ABX Air
01.2001 - 08.2009
Property & Facility Maintenance
Joy Outdoor Education Center
10.1998 - 01.2004
Production Helper promoted to Supervisor
CCPI Inc.
10.1982 - 10.1998
High School Diploma - General
Lynchburg Clay High School
HVAC/R Program -
Fortes College
Leadership Training - General Studies
Dale Carnegie