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Kevin Garrett

Brook Park,OH

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Maintenance Specialist

City Of Cleveland
08.2024 - Current

Preform Maintenance on runways and taxie ways as well as cutting grass and plow snow in the winter I also Preform landscaping work operating backhoe along with driving tandem dump trucks and operating loaders and running tk tractors and weed whips also preforming maintenance on some of the equipment and on some of the power tools

  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department by regularly reviewing procedures and best practices.
  • Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic system issues, providing quick resolutions to minimize downtime.
  • Proactively communicated potential risks or hazards within the facility to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Reduced downtime with thorough inspections and timely repairs of equipment and tools
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication, filter changes, and belt replacements to extend equipment life.
  • Reduced downtime with thorough inspections and timely repairs of
  • Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations throughout all daily activities while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.

Foreman/Laborer

10.2011 - 05.2019

I supervised my own crews during set up and break downs for newmorous different shows sometimes up to 20 people people at a time i had to guide them and teach them the procedures on how to complete numerous different task and

  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize task efficiency and productivity.
  • Trained new employees on equipment use, safety practices, and company procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs for materials to management.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work site to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
  • Assisted in scheduling tasks to ensure project deadlines were consistently met.
  • Resolved personnel issues promptly to maintain a positive work environment and team morale.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
  • Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
  • Boosted operational efficiency, redesigning processes to eliminate bottlenecks and streamline tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Stone Coast Academy
Miami, FL
03-2000

Skills

    I have a class B CDL I can operate numerous kinds of equipment like MP's used to plow runways with i can also operate sand trucks along with chemical trucks formate trucks and can also operate the snow blowers that you drive to remove snow i also can operate TK's for mowing grass along with zero turns and weed whips i can also operate tar kettle for sealing cracks on runways and taxie ways i also operate concrete saws for doing maintenance on the runways and taxie ways i can also operate the pressure washer and also jack hammer and compressor i also Preform fence repair i am currently a field maintenance specialist so I have experience in preforming all the duties it takes to keep the airport up and running

Timeline

Field Maintenance Specialist

City Of Cleveland
08.2024 - Current

Foreman/Laborer

10.2011 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Stone Coast Academy
Kevin Garrett