Jeffrey Ryan
Ketchikan,AK
Summary
Professional technician with strong expertise in leading maintenance teams and ensuring optimal facility operations. Proven ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain complex systems while ensuring safety compliance. Effective collaborator and problem-solver, adaptable to evolving demands and focused on delivering high-quality results. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and team leadership, embodying reliability and results-driven approach.
Experienced with troubleshooting and diagnosing complex maintenance issues. Utilizes preventive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and improve efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative team environment and ensuring high-quality repair work.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
Southern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association (SSRAA)
02.2025 - Current
- performing hands-on work in areas like carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, as well as leading and training other technicians.
- Perform and supervise preventative maintenance and repairs on all hatchery equipment and facilities, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks.
- Assist with or lead a variety of construction and fabrication projects, including developing plans, material lists, and ordering supplies.
- Train and supervise other maintenance staff, seasonal workers, and fish culturists. Provide guidance on maintenance techniques and safety standards.
- Coordinate with managers to prioritize projects and provide input on maintenance needs for budget development.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of parts and supplies and manage maintenance records.
- Assist with fish culture duties as needed, such as harvesting and egg-taking, to support hatchery operations.
- Submit maintenance summaries and progress reports to management.
Drywall Finisher, Painter and Texturing
Self Employed
02.2021 - 08.2024
- Applied finishing techniques to achieve smooth surfaces on drywall installations.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure project specifications and timelines were met.
- Utilized industry-standard tools for taping, mudding, and sanding drywall joints.
- Inspected completed work for quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Removed damaged drywall and wallpaper to prepare for new installations.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Achieved smooth and consistent wall surfaces by applying drywall compound and sanding.
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in high-quality finishes.
- Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and properly disposing of debris.
Plant Maintenance Technician
Magna International Corporation
06.2008 - 03.2020
- Performed routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented timely repairs to minimize downtime in manufacturing processes.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed maintenance schedules and tracked compliance to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Implemented a preventive maintenance program that increased equipment lifespan and reduced emergency repairs.
- Established documentation protocols for maintenance activities, enhancing traceability and accountability within the team.
- Assessed the performance of maintenance contractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines.
Farm Hand
Emmit farms
01.1996 - 03.2005
- Operated and maintained farm equipment, including tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems
- Performed various tasks related to crop cultivation such as planting, watering, fertilizing, and harvesting
- Assisted in the maintenance of fences, gates, and other infrastructure on the farm
- Monitored crops for signs of pests or diseases and implemented appropriate pest control measures
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete daily tasks efficiently
- Assisted with livestock care by feeding animals, cleaning pens or stables, and administering medications when necessary
- Operated and maintained farm machinery for efficient crop production.
- Assisted in planting, cultivating, and harvesting various crops to ensure quality yield.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from damage and disease.
- Monitored livestock health and managed feeding schedules for optimal growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grayson County High School
Leitchfield, KYAssociate of Applied Science - Business Management, Maintenance, Metal Fabricatio
Wyoming Technical Institute
Blairsville, PA2007
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Oil Change
- Brake Repair
- Suspension
- Automotive Repair
- Mechanic Experience
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Facilities Maintenance
- Materials Handling Experience
- Order Picking Experience
- Machine Operator
- Management Experience
- Painting
- Auto Estimating
- Auto Body Repair
- Shipping & Receiving
- Mold change
- Maintenance
- Warehouse Experience
- Teaching Experience
- Time Management
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Blueprint Reading
- Equipment Repair
- Lawn Care
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Robotics
- Hydraulics
- Food service
- Leadership
- Restaurant experience
- Computer literacy
- Management
- SolidWorks
- CAD
- MATLAB
- Basic math
- Cashiering
- Customer service
- Assembly
- Manufacturing
- AutoCAD
- Landscape Maintenance
- Handyman
- Electrical Experience
- CNC
- Field Service
- Forklift
- CNC Lathe
- CNC Milling Machine
- Tire Service
- Revit
- Quality Assurance
- Small engine repair
- Lawn care
- Landscape maintenance
- Landscaping
- Landscaping design
- Tree Trimming
- Mowing
- Snow
- Horticulture
- Snow Plowing
- Pilot car driver
- Tow Truck
- Delivery Driver Experience
- CPR
- Plastering
- Animal restraint
- Construction
- Cash register
- Snow plowing
- Construction painting
- Communication skills
- Industrial equipment
- Driving
- Carpentry
- Gardening
- Quality control
- Schematics
- HVAC
- Janitorial experience
- Floor care
- English
- Computer skills
- Windows
- Research
- Heavy lifting
- Logistics
- Microsoft Office
- Commercial construction
- Drywall
- Plumbing
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Flooring work
- Air compressor operation
- HVAC systems maintenance
- Groundskeeping
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Welding techniques
- Flooring
- Equipment installation
- Plumbing repairs
- Air compressors
- Fire alarm systems
- Boiler maintenance
- Plasma cutting equipment
Certification
- Driver's License, 2008-04-01
- CPR, 2008-04-01
- ASE Certification
- Forklift Certification
Languages
Spanish
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
- Availability: Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Assessments
- Workplace safety, Proficient, 2022-08-01
- Basic maintenance and repair, Proficient, 2023-05-01
- Work motivation, Proficient, 2023-08-01
- Work style: Reliability, Proficient, 2023-05-01
- Cleaner fit, Proficient, 2023-05-01
- Customer focus & orientation, Proficient, 2023-05-01
- Warehouse safety, Proficient, 2023-05-01
- Mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 2022-08-01
- Forklift safety, Proficient, 2022-08-01
- Construction safety, Proficient, 2022-07-01
- Attention to detail, Proficient, 2021-10-01
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient, 2021-04-01
- Mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 2023-08-01
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
Southern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association (SSRAA)
02.2025 - Current
Drywall Finisher, Painter and Texturing
Self Employed
02.2021 - 08.2024
Plant Maintenance Technician
Magna International Corporation
06.2008 - 03.2020
Farm Hand
Emmit farms
01.1996 - 03.2005
High School Diploma -
Grayson County High School
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management, Maintenance, Metal Fabricatio
Wyoming Technical Institute