Kyle Drinken
Rice Lake,WI
Summary
Driven professional with a robust background in equipment troubleshooting and maintenance at Rice Lake Utilities, and entrepreneurial success as the owner of Red Cedar Grooming. Excelled in project management and customer relations, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Skilled in budget development and staff training, showcasing a unique blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator/Maintenance/Mechanic
Rice Lake Utilities
01.2019 - Current
- Troubleshoot equipment (lift-station, wells, Towers, SCADA, general plant pumps & equipment)
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Lab testing (TSS, BOD, COD, CBOD, nitrates, phosphorus, ammonia, fluoride, and chlorine)
- On calls (nights and weekends)
Owner
Red Cedar Grooming
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Education
Water Environmental Technologies - Water/Wastewater
Saint Cloud Technical College
Saint Cloud, MN05.2019
Powersports Technician - Powersports(Small Engines)
Northwood Technical College
New Richmond, WI05.2018
Skills
- Knowledge of electric circuits
- very comfortable with a electrical meter
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Project Management
- Business Management
- Staff hiring
- Customer Relations
- Budget Development
- Customer Service
3D printing, CAD design, inventor, Build Diesel pulling trucks
I Bought an assembled a 3D printer, and use almost daily. I enjoy CAD design an making new things. One of the things I'm most proud of is my pipe laser that I invented an selling units currently. All units are built by me in house. My favorite off time hobby is building engines whether its a lawn mower or a semi.
Timeline
Owner
Red Cedar Grooming
11.2023 - Current
Operator/Maintenance/Mechanic
Rice Lake Utilities
01.2019 - Current
Water Environmental Technologies - Water/Wastewater
Saint Cloud Technical College
Powersports Technician - Powersports(Small Engines)
Northwood Technical College
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