Ham Radio
Kurtis Kriewald
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Fleet maintenance professional with deep expertise in vehicle diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance. Known for strong leadership in coordinating teams, ensuring seamless operations, and adapting to changing needs. Adept at managing vendor relationships, optimizing budgets, and implementing safety protocols to drive operational efficiency. Always focused on safety, achieving results and fostering collaborative environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Republic Services
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed all aspects of fleet maintenance operations, ensuring optimal productivity and cost effectiveness.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to secure quality parts at competitive prices, reducing overall expenses.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety policies and protocols among the maintenance team.
- Participated in cross-functional teams supporting company-wide projects that impacted fleet operations or required input from the maintenance department.
- Enhanced fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and monitoring vehicle performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Implemented inventory control systems for parts and supplies, minimizing waste and optimizing stock levels.
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
Republic Services
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Trained and supervised maintenance staff, creating a skilled team capable of addressing diverse fleet needs.
- Leveraged technology to automate record-keeping processes, increasing efficiency in tracking maintenance activities and expenses.
- Improved fleet performance by implementing effective maintenance programs and schedules.
Fleet Mechanic
Republic Services
11.2006 - 06.2020
- Prepared vehicles for annual DOT inspections.
- Ensured fleet safety by conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards.
- Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex issues, resulting in faster problem resolution times.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Used computer equipment, hand tools and technical skills to diagnose faults.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks, vans, and specialized equipment.
- Actively participated in safety meetings, sharing insights on best practices to promote a safe working environment for staff members.
- Assigned work to junior mechanics and checked quality of all repairs.
Education
Diesel Technology - Diesel And Heavy Truck
Wyoming Tech
Laramie, WY12-1993
High School Diploma -
Cascade High School
Leavenworth, WA06-1992
Skills
- Team leadership
- Employee training and development
- Fleet management expertise
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Strong analytical skills
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Inventory control management
- Vendor relationship management
- Regulatory compliance
- Environmental sustainability practices
- Fleet safety protocols
- Budgeting and cost control
Interests
Biking
Jeeps and offroad
Timeline
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Republic Services
05.2024 - 12.2024
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
Republic Services
06.2020 - 05.2024
Fleet Mechanic
Republic Services
11.2006 - 06.2020
Diesel Technology - Diesel And Heavy Truck
Wyoming Tech
High School Diploma -
Cascade High School
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