KEVIN WUNSCHEL
West Warwick,RI
Summary
Experienced professional with extensive experience in municipal and industrial environments, excelling in preventive maintenance, project management and customer service. Proven track record in enhancing equipment reliability and optimizing spare parts inventory. Strong mechanical aptitude and effective team leadership skills, driving operational efficiency and successful facility upgrades while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Manager / Asst Maintenance Manager
Veolia North America
Cranston, RI
10.2017 - Current
- Managed the maintenance department, including 22 remote pumping stations.
- Directed maintenance activities, coordinating efforts of 3 electricians and 6 mechanics to uphold operational efficiency.
- Coordinated daily work schedules including preventative maintenance and corrective repairs to maintain equipment up time, meet company requirements and maintain emission permit levels.
- Maintained spare parts inventory by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Sourced and ordered non stocking parts and supplies by working with vendors to identify OEM and aftermarket parts to support maintenance activities and cost-effective purchasing.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of repair activities to support regulatory requirements for environmental agencies.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs in CMMS to enhance equipment reliability.
- Trained team members on best practices for equipment repair and maintenance procedures.
- Coordinated immediate response efforts for emergency breakdowns occurring after hours and on weekends.
- Directed successful execution of major facility upgrade projects, ensuring adherence to budget constraints and timelines.
- Created monthly reports to highlight maintenance activities and purchases.
Maintenance Technician /Lead Maintenance Technician
Veolia North America
Cranston, RI
03.2010 - 10.2017
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on machines and equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Performed repairs of pipes and piping systems including copper, iron and PVC.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed mechanical repairs of production equipment.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to solve issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Contacted vendors to gain direction and specifications to ensure accurate repairs of equipment.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
General Foreman
Walco Electric Co.
Providence, RI
10.1997 - 03.2010
- Managed workforce and resources in a large electric motor rebuild shop to ensure alignment with sales and profitability goals.
- Engaged with customers to identify needs and effectively negotiate warranty claims.
- Managed planning, purchasing, and logistics of various components to support production and fulfill customer requirements.
- Coordinated workflow among departments to enable assembly of electric motors and generators to meet customer requirements.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined production and reduced costs.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices and production procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations to identify skill gaps and training needs.
- Rebuilt electric motors, pumps, electro mechanical and power transmission components.
Automotive Service Manager
Penske Auto Center
Cranston, RI
10.1993 - 10.1997
- Managed operations of a 10-bay automotive repair and retail tire sales center.
- Responsible for meeting sales and profit margin goals
- Customer service and work order dispatch.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coventry High School
Coventry, RICertificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Repair
West Bay Vocational School
Coventry, RISkills
- Customer Service
- Relationship Management
- Computerized Maintenance Management System
- MS Office
- Spare Parts Management
- Project Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Asset Management
Certification
- APICS CPIM, Certified in Planning and Inventory Management 2006/2007 Expired
- Rhode Island, Waste Water Operators License Grade 2
Timeline
Maintenance Manager / Asst Maintenance Manager
Veolia North America
10.2017 - Current
Maintenance Technician /Lead Maintenance Technician
Veolia North America
03.2010 - 10.2017
General Foreman
Walco Electric Co.
10.1997 - 03.2010
Automotive Service Manager
Penske Auto Center
10.1993 - 10.1997
High School Diploma -
Coventry High School
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Repair
West Bay Vocational School