Joseph Jones
Centerville
Summary
Accomplished Maintenance Supervisor with a proven track record at the Indiana Department of Transportation, enhancing equipment safety and efficiency. Expert in equipment preventive maintenance and team leadership, I significantly increased productivity by fostering innovation and ensuring high safety standards. Skilled in troubleshooting and inventory monitoring, I excel in optimizing resources and improving team performance.
Professional maintenance leader with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety procedures. Known for reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Proficient in managing maintenance schedules, training staff, and ensuring operational efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor Sup 3
Indiana Department of Transportation
05.2019 - 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 [Number] 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.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Testing Supervisor
Indiana Department of Transportation
08.2009 - 05.2019
- Reduced testing errors by implementing thorough documentation practices for accurate recordkeeping.
- Streamlined test data management processes for efficient storage, retrieval, and usage across multiple projects.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely resolution of reported issues during product release cycles.
- Optimized resource allocation through capacity planning, aligning available resources with project demands.
- Investigated root causes of defects, providing valuable feedback to development teams for corrective actions.
- Mentored junior testers, improving overall team performance and skillsets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in software testing, ensuring continuous improvement in the quality and effectiveness of test procedures.
- Coordinated regular status meetings with stakeholders to provide updates on testing progress and address any concerns or challenges encountered during the course of a project.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
Fire Chief
Lewisville Volunteer Fire Dept.
01.1993 - 12.2018
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Managed department budget effectively, prioritizing essential equipment purchases and maintenance without compromising safety standards.
- Established strong relationships with local government officials to secure necessary funding and resources for the department''s needs.
- Supervised incident command operations, ensuring proper coordination among on-scene personnel and effective communication with external agencies.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
- Provided compassionate support to victims of fires or accidents through emotional reassurance and practical assistance such as finding temporary housing or connecting them with support services.
- Trained new recruits in fire suppression techniques, improving team efficiency and readiness.
- Assisted in securing grants for new fire safety equipment, improving department's operational capabilities.
- Provided immediate medical attention to victims at emergency scenes, ensuring swift stabilization before hospital transport.
- Led team in high-risk rescues, safely evacuating individuals from hazardous environments.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Welder
Carpenter Bus Manufacturing
03.2006 - 06.2009
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tri Jr Sr High School
Straughn, IN06-1993
Skills
- Equipment Preventive Maintenance
- Team Management
- Property Management
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Troubleshooting
- Work order management
- Workplace Safety Standards
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Inventory monitoring
- Quality control
- Grounds maintenance
- Disaster Response Coordination
- Team Leadership
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- [State] Driver's License CDL Class B w/airbrake
- Firefighter II Certification (FF II) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
- Fire Inspector I, II, III Certifications – International Code Council.
- Trench Rescue Technician – State or Local Government Agencies or Third-Party Organizations.
- Confined Space Rescue Technician - State or Local Government Agencies or Third-Party Organizations.
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor Sup 3
Indiana Department of Transportation
05.2019 - Current
Testing Supervisor
Indiana Department of Transportation
08.2009 - 05.2019
Welder
Carpenter Bus Manufacturing
03.2006 - 06.2009
Fire Chief
Lewisville Volunteer Fire Dept.
01.1993 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Tri Jr Sr High School
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