Lead Maintenance Technician
University of North Dakota
1997 - 2024
- Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities.
- Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by optimizing maintenance processes, including prioritization of work orders and inventory management.
- Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
- Provided functional plumbing by repairing leaks, removing drain clogs and lubricating parts.
- Assisted in training junior technicians, enhancing their technical skills and fostering a culture of teamwork within the department.
- Managed spare parts inventory, maintaining appropriate levels to minimize downtime and ensuring cost-effective reordering.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations and ensuring proper use of protective equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Laid and repaired tile, carpet and [Type] flooring.
- Mentored new hires on best practices for equipment maintenance and company procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Served as primary point-of-contact between maintenance department and vendors, ensuring clear communication regarding parts delivery timelines and specifications.
- Performed carpentry work by constructing and repairing walls, doors, windows and [Item].