Kevin Copeland
Okmulgee,OKLAHOMA
Summary
A reliable and dedicated Maintenance Supervisor with 20 years of successful team management in maintenance-driven roles. Goal-driven with a focus on achieving team-wide success through leadership fostering an engaged and empowering work culture providing team members the tools to succeed through training, monitoring, and morale-building. Well-versed in equipment troubleshooting and repair, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, and adept at scheduling facility maintenance to minimize downtime and safety hazards. Eager to contribute value by leveraging 30 years of leadership and industry experience.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Maintenance
Okmulgee Public Schools
Okmulgee, United States
02.2016 - Current
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.
- Verified building areas were working optimally and kept clean.
- Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw bidding and selection processes.
- Supervised safety, prevention and fire protection programs.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Monitored building systems and directed preventive maintenance.
- Established clear procedures for handling repairs, planning maintenance and completing building updates.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 15 employees.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Contributed to development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
- Developed and implemented building operations and maintenance policies.
Shift Supervisor
CPKelco
Okmulgee, United States
01.1979 - 12.2014
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Established effective employee schedules and delegated tasks to take advantage of individual abilities and meet expected demands.
- Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Applied security, safety, and loss prevention strategies during shifts.
- Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issues directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
- Delivered successful training to more than fifty employees during 34year tenure, educating them on successful work processes and productivity strategies.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Revitalized operational structures and procedures to successfully control turnover and waste, enhance output and boost overall quality.
- Developed and enhanced job assignments for our team, planned production schedules, and strengthened organizations task flows.
- Trained new employees and delegate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Monitored employee actions for safety, sanitation, and general housekeeping compliance, proactively protecting staff and customers from safety hazards and infection risks.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed a training manual to use for reference.
- Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Oversaw talented team by actively communicating project information, remedying issues, and delivering positive feedback.
Safety Specialist
CPKelco
Okmulgee, United States
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes, and work standards.
- Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
- Escorted inspectors and answered questions about facility operations.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Verified monthly practice of fire drills for every work shift.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
- Developed safety training procedures and authored manuals for distribution to staff members.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Provided instructions to staffers during fire drills and emergency evacuations.
- Identified and eliminated potential safety code deficits and addressed the adequacy of fire exits, stairways, aisle spaces, and sprinkler systems through annual inspections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
Preston Oklahoma05.1978
Skills
- Tool and Equipment Maintenance
Job Prioritizing
Facility Maintenance
Hand and Power Tool Operation
Accident and Injury Investigation
Employee Performance Assessment
Employee Safety Training
Worker Training
Personnel Skill Assessments
Department Oversight
Schedule Preparation
Visual Inspections
Basic Tools
Training Procedures
PPE Gear Requirements
Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning elevators, identified the potential issue and coordinated with proper repair professionals to bring elevators back in proper working condition
I assisted contractors installation of new boilers and chillers at the high school
I assisted contractors with installing a new HVAC system in Brock Gymnasium
I am currently working with contractors to install new HVAC systems in elementary school
I ran a lawn and tree service business for fifteen years while working at CPKelco before working for Okmulgee Public School District
Timeline
Director of Maintenance
Okmulgee Public Schools
02.2016 - Current
Safety Specialist
CPKelco
01.2012 - 11.2014
Shift Supervisor
CPKelco
01.1979 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
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