Jonathan Meeks
Retired Fleet Manager
DAVENPORT,IA
Summary
Focused individual with a background ensuring that vehicle inspections are performed as required by federal regulations. A confident Fleet Manager with exemplary math, troubleshooting and testing skills.
Background in building maintenance and repair including plumbing, electrical and construction.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fleet Manager
City Of Davenport
Davenport, IA
10.1998 - 06.2021
- Supervised maintenance team and effectively delegated assignments to optimize processes.
- Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
- Introduced incentivization programs to increase employee performances.
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Documented equipment transfers and sales details for accurate record keeping.
- Suggested actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reduce expenses.
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex issues for senior leadership.
- Created documents by reviewing data to recommended courses of action for senior decision-making processes.
- Supervised yearly equipment overhauls to drive improved inventory and increase equipment longevity.
- Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
- Managed employee scheduling, payroll and data collection to maximize project outcomes.
- Reduced expenditures by overseeing equipment acquisition to attain best value and price negotiation.
Shop Supervisor
City Of Davenport
Davenport, IA
06.1995 - 10.1998
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
- Completed projects and work assignments despite tight deadlines.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Inventoried supplies regularly and reported needs to management.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Mechanic
City Of Davenport
Davenport, IA
06.1990 - 07.1995
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
- Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
- Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
Mechanic Trainee
City Of Davenport
Davenport, IA
03.1985 - 06.1990
- Conducted routine oil changes, tire rotations, fluid replacements and bulb changes.
- Coordinated ready access to tools and parts needed for repair and maintenance activities.
- Inspected suspension and exhaust systems to determine needed repairs.
- Provided diagnostic support, generating reports on results for manager.
- Adhered to established procedures for safe disposal of motor oil and other vehicle fluids.
- Performed minor structural repairs such as bracket replacements, rivet replacements and floor repair.
- Diagnosed problems with electrical systems and rewired components to restore safe flow of electricity.
- Disassembled broken, defective and worn out equipment to aid with repairs.
- Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
Service Worker
City Of Davenport
Davenport , Iowa
04.1982 - 03.1985
- Identified potential safety hazards through routine checks of supplies, equipment and environment.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Communicated effectively with customers to plan large or specialized orders, providing customers with recommendations, samples and response to particular requests.
- Followed key practices to maintain patient data integrity and confidentiality as per federal guidelines.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to load, unload and transport items.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
Education
High School Diploma -
West High School
Davenport, IA 05.2001 -
Business Management
Scott Community College Bettendorf, Iowa
Bettendorf, IA 08.1996 - 06.2003
Skills
Operations and logistics
Timeline
High School Diploma -
West High School
05.2001 -
Fleet Manager
City Of Davenport
10.1998 - 06.2021
Business Management
Scott Community College Bettendorf, Iowa
08.1996 - 06.2003
Shop Supervisor
City Of Davenport
06.1995 - 10.1998
Mechanic
City Of Davenport
06.1990 - 07.1995
Mechanic Trainee
City Of Davenport
03.1985 - 06.1990
Service Worker
City Of Davenport
04.1982 - 03.1985
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