Jacob Brevik
Cottage Grove,MN
Summary
Accomplished Fleet Maintenance Supervisor with a proven track record at Republic Services, enhancing fleet efficiency and safety through expert management and preventive maintenance planning. Skilled in team leadership and problem-solving, I significantly improved operational standards and employee skill sets, achieving over 90% in maintenance efficiency metrics.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
Republic Services
08.2021 - Current
- Managed budgets, allocating resources efficiently to maintain optimal fleet condition.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and coaching to drive employee growth.
- Handled emergency situations effectively by prioritizing urgent repairs and reallocating resources as needed to minimize downtime impacts on operations.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 12 employees at multiple locations
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Improved fleet performance by implementing effective maintenance programs and schedules.
- Collaborated with vendors for timely procurement of parts, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
- Optimized inventory management systems to ensure availability of essential parts without overstocking or waste.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding vehicle availability and scheduling requirements, ensuring smooth workflow across the organization.
- Streamlined repair processes for increased productivity and reduced downtime.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department aimed at enhancing overall efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Trained and supervised maintenance staff, creating a skilled team capable of addressing diverse fleet needs.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures, reducing the frequency of costly breakdowns and unplanned repairs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during major repair projects, minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Introduced environmentally friendly practices in fleet maintenance, promoting sustainability within the organization.
- Enhanced safety standards through thorough inspections and adherence to regulations.
- Maintained accurate documentation pertaining to fleet maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Consistently exceeded goals and metrics with aged equipment and minimal staffing by prioritizing repairs and utilizing technicians effectively
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms for cost-effective repairs.
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
Waste Management
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms for cost-effective repairs.
- Maintained accurate documentation pertaining to fleet maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Managed budgets, allocating resources efficiently to maintain optimal fleet condition.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and coaching to drive employee growth.
- Enhanced safety standards through thorough inspections and adherence to regulations.
- Handled emergency situations effectively by prioritizing urgent repairs and reallocating resources as needed to minimize downtime impacts on operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during major repair projects, minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures, reducing the frequency of costly breakdowns and unplanned repairs.
- Trained and supervised maintenance staff, creating a skilled team capable of addressing diverse fleet needs.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding vehicle availability and scheduling requirements, ensuring smooth workflow across the organization.
- Optimized inventory management systems to ensure availability of essential parts without overstocking or waste.
- Collaborated with vendors for timely procurement of parts, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 11 employees.
Senior Technician
Waste Managment
06.2018 - 04.2021
- Monitored and enforced safety measures to mitigate hazards.
- Improved equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and calibration of complex machinery.
- Installed new systems and parts with efficient approach.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices to enhance their skills and knowledge base.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Provided exceptional customer support, resolving technical issues quickly and efficiently.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through effective troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
- Completed preventive maintenance on set schedules.
- Repaired components, systems and machines to control costs.
- Drafted preventive maintenance schedule to support equipment longevity.
- Scheduled maintenance and repair tasks in alignment with production deadlines to reduce bottlenecks.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
Fleet Technician
Transport Designs
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Contributed to team success through effective communication, coordination, and collaboration with colleagues.
- Kept detailed service records for all vehicles within the fleet, ensuring easy access to historical data when required for decision-making purposes or audits.
- Enhanced fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling routine services.
- Streamlined inventory management by maintaining accurate records of parts usage and ordering necessary supplies in a timely manner.
- Minimized vehicle breakdowns through vigilant assessment of potential risks during routine checks.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians on complex repair tasks or diagnostics as needed.
- Collaborated with management to ensure optimal allocation of resources for the maintenance and repair process.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Adhered to safety regulations while servicing vehicles, preventing injuries and accidents.
Sales
Leo’s South
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Worked on sales floor and handled walk in customers
- Collected contact information and implemented a plan to follow up
- Utilized excellent interpersonal skills to give customers the best possible experience
- Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic inside sales initiatives and building strong customer relationships.
- Developed leads and sales opportunities and followed through with defined sales plan.
- Collaborated with sales staff to identify target customers, promote products and increase sales.
Forklift Operator
McLane
11.2014 - 01.2016
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Education
Diploma - General Education
Farmington High School
Farmington, MN06.2014
Skills
- Team leadership and supervision
- Fleet Management Expertise
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Staff Training and Development
- Performance Metrics Monitoring
- Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Inventory Control Management
- Vendor Relations Management
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Warranty Administration
- Time Management Competencies
- Environmental Sustainability Practices
- Fuel Management Strategies
- Maintenance Record Keeping
- Diagnostic and Troubleshooting Skills
- Parts and Supplies Procurement
- Fleet Safety Standards
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Skilled Maintenance and Repair
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Dependable and Consistent
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Employee Safety Training
- Safety Compliance
- Relationship Building
- Data Entry and Analysis
- Stress Tolerance
- Conflict Resolution
- Professionalism
- Outside Contractor Oversight
- Adaptability
Certification
DOT Certification (Expired)
609 Certification
Timeline
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
Republic Services
08.2021 - Current
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
Waste Management
04.2021 - 08.2021
Senior Technician
Waste Managment
06.2018 - 04.2021
Fleet Technician
Transport Designs
06.2016 - 06.2018
Sales
Leo’s South
02.2016 - 06.2016
Forklift Operator
McLane
11.2014 - 01.2016
Diploma - General Education
Farmington High School