Jimmy Albert
Sherman
Summary
Maintenance professional with solid background in facility management and operations. Known for improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime through effective maintenance practices. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Proficient in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and team leadership.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Tyson Foods
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 19 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
- Prioritized preventative measures such as lubrication programs and vibration analysis that helped extend equipment life cycles and reduce overall costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets for maintenance projects, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and costeffectiveness.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Fostered a positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implemented corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of facility expansions, ensuring proper installation of new equipment and seamless integration with existing systems.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Maintenance Electrical Technician MET Level 8
Tyson Foods
08.2018 - Current
- Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments. Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts. using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments. Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges. Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment. Maintain equipment, Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, data. establishing personal networks. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintains safe and clean environment, Use saws, cutting torches, and pipe benders to cut and hammer pipes to specification. Study blueprint and construction plans for pipe systems, supports, and related equipment. Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, and fittings by means of welding, brazing, soldering and cementing of joints. Utilize pressure gauges and hydrostatic testing to inspect and test installed pipe systems. complying with procedures, rules, and regulations, Threading and bending pipes using pipe bending tools and threading machines. Assembling and installing tubes, fittings, non-metallic attachments. Joining pipes using threads, soldering, brazing, or cemented connections Inspecting piping systems. Creating protective pipe mechanisms. Operating lifts for material movement machinery to lift pipes.
RAW Receiving Manifestor B shift
Tyson Foods
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Tyson Foods, Inc. (10-19-2016/Present) Responsibilities: Maintain a safe and functional beef cooler warehouse. Meeting the demands of productions. Making sure proper dates and product are staged for production. HACCP Certified. Fork lift, high lift and powered pallet jacks certified. Fall protection certified. Sphere training Certified. Trained new team members on basic knowledge for Raw Receiving and basic training in DLX and RF guns. Working knowledge of standard operating procedure and safety policies for Tyson Foods, Inc.
Customer Service Supervisor/ City Security Coordinator
City of Fountain Utilities
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Manage and coordinate security operations, ensuring that security procedures are implemented. Coordinate all emergency/crisis management an asset, providing a timely and coherent response to incidents as they arise. Maintain close links with Logistics, Operations and other key stakeholders to ensure that all projects are implemented without the highest degree of staff safety and security. Manage indigenous security and Police forces, conduct limited training and administration for them, and deploy them as part of the overall security plan consistent with requirements . Manage/coordinate all incoming and outgoing monies for the City of Fountain. Investigate customer's problems and find solutions. Communicate with customers via phone, email, or letter. Hire, train, and terminate customer service agents. Provide scripts to read from during phone calls. Handle major incidents that cannot be resolved by agents. Resolve complaints and order issues. Ask customers to provide feedback on agents and customer service experience. Keep abreast of new company products and services. Issue refunds to customers. Oversee product exchanges and returns.Analyze data and statistics. Compile and print reports on overall customer satisfaction.Isolate and identify areas of improvement. Train agents on how to adequately address problem over the phone or how to write correspondence. Work with management on customer service initiatives. Utilize social media to respond to customer complaints and praise.
Driver/ Backup Commercial Parts Pro
Advance Auto Parts
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Supervises and exhibits all of the below with regard to personal conduct and leadership. Understands and executes the Advance Leadership bylaws and was able to communicate the principles of the leadership to all Team Members. Consistently provides professional, courteous and prompt customer service to both commercial and retail customers, utilizing parts experience and knowledge to ensure legendary customer satisfaction. Utilizes a strong knowledge of automotive systems, categories of merchandise, warranties, and company policies and procedures to make recommendations and suggestions to customers to gain their confidence and business. Has the ability to perform more complex diagnostics of vehicle problems. Assists in training other Team Members in areas of parts knowledge as needed or desired . Was responsible for maintaining and improving Commercial sales. With a high focus on maintaining rapport with current commercial customers in order to remain aware of their needs. Strong emphasis on high maintenance accounts. Assisted the Store Manager in training and developing ofCommercial Delivery Drivers and other store personnel to ensure that all aspects of the Commercial Delivery Program are operated in accordance with company policy as well as maintaining partners with the Store Manager to ensure the clean and safe operation of all Commercial Delivery vehicles. Oversall and implementated the daily operations of the Commercial Delivery Program Commercial Sales Training Manual, including but not limited to cash handling, check acceptance, and the proper administration of all accounts. Responsible for inventory management involved with the Commercial Delivery Program, ensuring that the Commercial accounts needs are met without depleting store stock. Supported merchandising mix that supported the Commercial accounts. Marks and stores parts in stockroom according to prearranged system. Led in the Inventory specialist in managing.
Patrol Sergeant
City of Fountain Police
03.1999 - 05.2013
- Responsibilities : Acted as a watch commander, organized daily assignments, prepare and present roll call, and inspect personnel and equipment for adherence to department standards. Provided knowledge, expertise and experience for day-to-day operations of specialized divisions (SWAT Commander). Prepares and conducts patrol shift briefings including inspection of officers’ appearance, equipment and beat assignment. Supervises and evaluates the performance of subordinates including disciplinary actions, continued training and counseling. Reviews reports in a timely manner while assuring accuracy completeness and grammatical correctness. Monitors scheduling to assure efficient and effective use of personnel and budget resources. Investigates complaints concerning the conduct or performance of subordinates. Performs liaison functions between the Police Department and outside agencies or other City departments. Assures continuous accurate information flow between the administration and the officers supervised. Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment. Appears in court, and is available to testify in matters which he/she has knowledge whether it be criminal or civil. Assists in the screening and assessing of applicants. Assist in hiring decisions.
Correctional Officer
Colorado Department of Corrections
01.1997 - 03.1999
- Monitor inmate activities inside prison cells and during activity time
- Oversee movements of inmates in dining and visitation areas
- Ensure that detainee movement is coordinated appropriately, handle head counts and manage emergency response when required
- Provide support in control rooms and port entrances
- Ensure that security measures are taken during program activities
- Manage disciplinary action when inmates get unruly
- Provide prompt and apt assistance to inmates in the event of illness and trauma
- Break up fights between inmates and attempt to control inmate physical contact
- Promote the cleanliness of the facility – both indoor and outdoor
- Inspect prison cells to ensure that no hazardous materials are hidden
- Make sure that any drugs or weapons are seized immediately and inmate reported appropriately
- Make sure that inmates are fed properly and perform supervision activities in housing and other activities
- Provide security assistance when shifting inmates between wings and prisons
- Instruct inmates in producing food in a hygienic manner
- Promote social skills development by modeling good behavior
- Perform random security checks on inmates
- Escort inmates to court hearings and doctors’ appointments
- Restrain disorderly inmates
- Assign new inmates to their cells and provide them with an overview of the facility
- Handle inmate records and keep inventory of prison supplies .
Maintenance Supervisor
Kmart
08.1996 - 05.1997
- Oversee and coordinate workers who maintain and repair electrical, plumbing, ventilation and other building systems. Responsible for evaluating problematic systems for facilities and determining what installation.
- Inspect the worksite to ensure no obstructions to the pipe and if there are any holes or interference, repair or modify the design Cutting pipes using handheld and power tools like hammer and chisel, cutting torch, pipe cutter, and pipe cutting machine Threading and bending pipes using pipe bending tools and threading machines. Assembling and installing tubes, fittings, and non-metallic attachments. Joining pipes using threads, soldering, brazing, or cemented connections. Inspecting piping systems and machinery to detect machinery malfunctions. Creating protective pipe layers using paints and other mechanisms. Operating material movement machinery to lift pipes, support equipment, and heavy machinery for repairs. Advise store manager service workers needed, organize schedules and assign work activity. Performed training to ensure individuals had all the requisite skills. Operated Fork lift after taking forklift operator exam. Used for lift to unload trucks and insured all items for delivery were accounted for and signed appripriate documents to accept shipment. Safety lock put system on machinery.
Squad Leader
Texas Army National Guard
10.1992 - 10.1996
- Performs duties of previous skill level. Leads and controls mortar squads. Supervises and trains subordinate personnel. Provides tactical and technical guidance to subordinates and professional support to subordinates and superiors in the accomplishment of their duties. Supervises the construction of mortar positions. Records operational information on maps. Receives and implements combat orders; directs deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive, and retrograde operations. Requests, observes, and adjusts indirect supporting fire. Supervises subordinate personnel in all phases of individual and mortar equipment maintenance. Uses map and map overlays, performs intersection and resection, and determines elevations and grid azimuth. Prepares fire plans, target lists, and overlays. Prepares and computes firing data using below pivot point and grid method. Reciprocally lay mortars. Prepares mortar ballistic computer for operation.
Manager in Training
Footlocker
03.1993 - 06.1996
- Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results. Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees. Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions. Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements. Ensures availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventories. Formulates pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities; determining additional needed sales promotion; authorizing clearance sales; studying trends. Markets merchandise by studying advertising, sales promotion, and display plans; analyzing operating and financial statements for profitability ratios. Secures merchandise by implementing security systems and measures. Protects employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment. Maintains the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements. Determines marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Maintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
10.1989 - 10.1992
- Employs, fires, and recovers anti-personnel and anti–tank mines. Performs self extraction from a mine field. Locates and neutralizes mines. Navigates from one point on the ground to another. Orients a map. Operates and maintains communications equipment and operates in a radio net. Operates in a NBC contaminated area. Emplace and recover early warning devises. Constructs and camouflages individual/crew served weapons firing position. Constructs and camouflages a mortar firing position. Maintains mortars and fire control equipment. Performs safety checks on mortars. Performs as a member of a mortar squad providing indirect fire support.
Education
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Police Classes
01.2015
Police Officer Certification - Criminal Justice and Corrections
Pikes Peak State College
01.2000
P.O.S.T. Certification - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Pikes Peak Law Enforcement Academy
01.1997
Diploma - General Studies
American Prepatory Institute
01.1989
Skills
- Criminal Justice
- Patrol
- Security
- Enforcement
- Public Safety
- Law Enforcement
- Criminal Investigations
- Police
- Homeland Security
- Public Administration
- Preventive Maintenance
- Team supervision
- Facilities maintenance
- Maintenance recordkeeping
Certification
Colorado POST
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Tyson Foods
02.2025 - Current
Maintenance Electrical Technician MET Level 8
Tyson Foods
08.2018 - Current
RAW Receiving Manifestor B shift
Tyson Foods
10.2015 - 08.2018
Customer Service Supervisor/ City Security Coordinator
City of Fountain Utilities
05.2013 - 06.2015
Driver/ Backup Commercial Parts Pro
Advance Auto Parts
08.2012 - 06.2015
Patrol Sergeant
City of Fountain Police
03.1999 - 05.2013
Correctional Officer
Colorado Department of Corrections
01.1997 - 03.1999
Maintenance Supervisor
Kmart
08.1996 - 05.1997
Manager in Training
Footlocker
03.1993 - 06.1996
Squad Leader
Texas Army National Guard
10.1992 - 10.1996
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
10.1989 - 10.1992
Police Officer Certification - Criminal Justice and Corrections
Pikes Peak State College
P.O.S.T. Certification - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Pikes Peak Law Enforcement Academy
Diploma - General Studies
American Prepatory Institute
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Police Classes
Awards
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