Kalyl Simon
Houston,TX
Summary
Focused Maintenance Mechanic with a 6-year background in supervising maintenance operations. Proficient in organizing day-to-day maintenance tasks and coordinating personnel in emergency response protocols. A talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during a successful career in maintenance. Equipped employees to handle daily functions and meet customer needs independently—diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and a results-driven approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic III
City of Houston Maintenance
Houston, USA
09.2023 - Current
- Supervised contractors, ensuring efficient completion of tasks, including roof repairs, lift station pump installations, plumbing system troubleshooting, and other critical facility maintenance tasks.
- Performed daily maintenance operations at multiple airport facilities, including Bush Intercontinental, Hobby, and Ellington Airport.
- Conduct daily inspections of airport facilities, identifying and addressing discrepancies before they result in operational downtime or safety hazards.
- Experience navigating the INFOR system to track work orders, materials, and expended hours.
- Ensure all equipment, including lift stations, plumbing, and roof structures, is regularly serviced and maintained to prevent future mishaps.
Senior Maintenance Manager
United States Navy, USN
Norfolk, USA
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Directed large-scale maintenance projects and implemented new systems, tools, and processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Managed production schedules and quality objectives, achieving a 98% on-time project completion rate.
- Led proposals and presentations for internal and external leadership, contributing to a reduction in department-wide mishaps and an increase in qualified personnel, resulting in a high level of satisfaction and organizational success.
- Analyzed reports and records to identify areas for improvement, contributing to fewer defects in over 1,000 work orders.
Manager
United States Navy, USN
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Led a team of technicians to achieve short- and long-term maintenance goals, increasing productivity through effective changeover strategies.
- Performed regular inspections on aircraft engine propulsion systems, ensuring all maintenance actions were 100% compliant with safety standards.
- Managed the removal, installation, and modification of aircraft systems, including transmission configurations, hardware installations, and software uploads.
Lead Aviation Structural Mechanic
United States Navy, USN
01.2016 - 10.2019
- Provided on-the-job training to team members, improving operational efficiency and reducing error rates.
- Led technical troubleshooting for complex systems, ensuring accurate and timely aircraft and ground support equipment maintenance actions.
- Interpreted engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals to perform system checks, repairs, and installations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2025
PAINT/FINISH, Basic & Advanced -
10.2021
Corrosion School -
04.2021
Skills
Experience in organizing and issuing work assignments and materials to meet workload demands
Strong communication with an acumen of strategic planning, shared leadership, working understanding diversity, equity and inclusion throughout communication, adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Team Leadership & Staff Development along with Emergency Response & Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Recognized as a Supervising Manager for outstanding leadership and team performance despite holding a technician position. Receiving three achievement medals in the process.
- Led the team to achieve a 98% inspection score, earning recognition and financial rewards from upper management.
- Promoted from technician to supervisor, in less than 12-months.
- Successfully executed key projects, such as roof repairs and lift station pump installations, while coordinating multiple contractors and maintenance teams.
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic III
City of Houston Maintenance
09.2023 - Current
Senior Maintenance Manager
United States Navy, USN
09.2021 - 09.2023
Manager
United States Navy, USN
01.2019 - 08.2021
Lead Aviation Structural Mechanic
United States Navy, USN
01.2016 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
PAINT/FINISH, Basic & Advanced -
Corrosion School -
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