James Brinkley
Brooklyn Park,MN
Summary
Dynamic Operation Maintenance Specialist with a proven track record at the City of Minneapolis Public Works, excelling in troubleshooting and reducing downtime. Skilled in power tools operation and hazardous materials handling, I foster team collaboration and drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring operational efficiency and enhanced safety standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operation Maintenance Specialist
City Of Minneapolis Public Works
Minneapolis, MN
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided emergency after-hours support when needed to address critical breakdowns that affected production schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed work orders and inventory transactions for clear communication with management regarding maintenance activities.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department by regularly reviewing procedures and best practices.
- Assisted in budget planning, identifying cost-saving opportunities through efficient resource allocation.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications, ensuring proper functionality and alignment with production goals.
- Reduced downtime with thorough inspections and timely repairs of machinery.
- Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic system issues, providing quick resolutions to minimize downtime.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers on purchasing necessary parts or services for repairs and installations.
Package Helper
UPS
Maple Grove
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Performed manual labor and random jobs to help teams accomplish goals.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, reducing accidents and increasing overall productivity.
- Operated various hand and power tools to complete general tasks.
- Managed waste disposal efficiently to maintain a clean job site that adhered to safety regulations.
- Provided reliable assistance to experienced professionals, enabling them to focus on more complex tasks or specialized areas of expertise.
Cashier
Walmart
Brooklyn Park, MN
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
Crew Member Team Leader
Dairy Queen
Brooklyn Park, MN
10.2020 - 2023
- Achieved consistently high-quality standards by emphasizing attention to detail and adherence to company policies.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels with timely resolutions of concerns and proactive service improvements.
- Maintained store cleanliness at all times by delegating tasks appropriately among team members as required.
- Implemented training programs for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties.
- Oversaw cash management procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and reducing discrepancies in end-of-day reports.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, going above-and-beyond to ensure complete satisfaction with our services.
- Collaborated closely with management to develop goals, objectives, and performance metrics for the crew members we led.
Education
Champlin Park High School
Brooklyn Park, MN06.2023
Skills
- Ceiling repair
- Access control systems
- Power tools operation
- CCTV monitoring
- Hazardous materials handling
- Waste management
Certification
Fork Lift Certified
Timeline
Operation Maintenance Specialist
City Of Minneapolis Public Works
06.2024 - 01.2025
Package Helper
UPS
10.2023 - 03.2024
Cashier
Walmart
08.2022 - 05.2023
Crew Member Team Leader
Dairy Queen
10.2020 - 2023
Champlin Park High School