Seasoned Maintenance Supervisor/Maintenance Planner/Heavy Equipment Supervisor offering 35+ years of successful team management in maintenance-driven roles. Adept at scheduling facilities maintenance and personnel to minimizing downtime and safety hazards bringing demonstrated safety management and performance optimization skills gained during experience in equipment maintenance/repair, heavy equipment operator supervision, and electrical maintenance in surface coal mine, plant maintenance and wildland firefighting settings. Dependable, hardworking and level-headed in addressing diverse problems. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor/ Planner
Genesis Energy
06.2019 - Current
Maintenance Supervision to include planning duties for Heavy Equipment group, Auto Shop mechanics, Mono II Maintenance and Granger Maintenance Crews and participated as Supervisor in pilot program to Supervise Shift Mechanics on back shifts in coordination with Operations team.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets for maintenance projects, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and cost effectiveness.
Assisted in planning and execution of facility expansions, ensuring proper installation of new equipment and seamless integration with existing systems.
Supervised team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with MSHA/ OSHA regulations.
Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
Supervised 12-25 employees and scheduled shifts.
Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within organization.
Conducted root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implemented corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Strengthen crew by identifying and resolving conflicts within Maintenance group.
Team with department managers on mid and long-term maintenance asset and component budgeting and forecasting.
Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization to meet attainment goals.
Identify and track key performance indicators.
Assure all work performed promotes personal responsibility and accountability by participating on Incident and Injury-Free Leadership Team.
Communicate with transparency and focus on Union-Company relationships by adhering to Western Wage Agreement.
Maintain broad knowledge base and maintain information sharing by visiting offsite maintenance groups and user groups.
Utilize best purchase practices and competitive bidding for resourcing jobs.
Plan, budget, coordinate, and supervise continuing mine site repairs and future projects in safe manner.
Partner with employees, and contractors to ensure that all equipment is operating to meet availability targets.
Schedule and plan maintenance driven trainings.
Coordinate and plan heavy equipment operations and crane tasks/ critical lifts for site to include sanitation services, general dirt and road maintenance, culver/ berm / pipe repair and installation, snowplow and winter road work, sign installations.
Follow GMP protocol and participate in annual GMP refresher trainings.
Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
Maintenance Superintendent II
Westmoreland Kemmerer LLC
01.2015 - 06.2019
Negotiated service contracts with external providers that aligned with company objectives and budget limitations, securing high-quality support at competitive rates.
Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization to meet attainment goals.
Assure all work performed promotes personal responsibility and accountability by participating on Incident and Injury-Free Leadership Team.
Communicate with transparency and focus on Union-Company relationships by adhering to Western Wage Coal Agreement.
Fulfilled duties as acting interim Maintenance Manager as needed.
Reduce safety hazards and violations as active participant with United Mine Workers inspection team.
Promote open communication while supporting Miner's Reps and inspection teams during MSHA/ OSHA inspections.
Maintain broad knowledge base and maintain information sharing by visiting offsite maintenance groups and user groups.
Utilize best purchase practices and competitive bidding for resourcing jobs.
Plan, budget, coordinate, and supervise continuing mine site repairs and future projects in safe manner.
Partner with employees, and contractors to ensure that all equipment is operating to meet availability targets.
Schedule and plan maintenance driven trainings.
Performed on-call for Electrical Supervision needs.
Chairman on the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
Optimized spare parts inventory management, reducing carrying costs while maintaining adequate stock levels for critical components.
Increased overall facility efficiency through development of comprehensive maintenance plans.
Ensured smooth operations during scheduled shutdowns by meticulously planning and coordinating maintenance activities.
Managed budgetary constraints while maintaining top-notch facility conditions through diligent resource allocation.
Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Developed cost-effective solutions for recurring issues, reducing repair expenses over time.
Evaluated new technologies and methodologies to modernize maintenance strategies, driving continuous improvement efforts.
Managed efficient teams of up to 25 employees.
Electrical Supervisor II/ Maintenance Planner
Westmoreland Kemmerer LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015
Partner with other employees, and contractors to ensure that all equipment is operating at peak efficiency.
Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization.
Assure all work performed promotes personal responsibility and accountability by participating on Incident and Injury-Free Leadership Team.
Communicate with transparency and focus on Union-Company relationships by adhering to Western Wage Coal Agreement.
Utilize best purchase practices and competitive bidding.
Resolved technical issues swiftly, applying troubleshooting expertise for minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
Enhanced safety compliance by conducting thorough inspections of electrical systems and equipment.
Streamlined workflow with proper scheduling, allocation, and supervision of electrical teams.
Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Updated job knowledge continuously through participation in educational workshops, seminars, or conferences related to industry.
Maintenance Supervisor II
Chevron Mining Inc. (P&M), Westmorland Kemmerer
04.2011 - 01.2014
Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
Prioritized preventative measures such as lubrication programs and vibration analysis that helped extend equipment life cycles and reduce overall costs.
Supervised team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
Fostered positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
Supervised 25 employees and scheduled shifts.
Tracked and progressed maintenance requests in CMMS systems to meet schedules.
Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
Electrician, Surface Coal Mine
Chevron Mining Inc. (P&M)
06.2008 - 04.2011
Plan and coordinate electrical repairs and electrical maintenance items to ensure completion in a timely manner
Maintain a safe work environment by committing to and applying Safe Work Practices
Perform electrical repairs and electrical maintenance items to ensure completion in a timely manner. Participate in electrical and safety retraining requirements.
Assisted in the design phase of various projects, providing input on optimal lighting layouts, power distribution plans, and equipment specifications.
Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint root causes of electrical failures accurately, minimizing repair timeframes for clients.
Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
Education
Associates of Arts/ Electrical - Associates of Arts
Western Wyoming Community College
Rock Springs, WY
01.2009 - 05.2011
TPC Training Systems - Electrical Systems
TPC Training Systems - Electrical Systems
Kemmerer, WY
01.2007 - 05.2008
Truckee Meadows Community College - General Education, EMT-B Certificate, Lab Tech Phlebotomy
Truckee Meadows Community College
Sparks, NV
01.2004 - 05.2005
Wildland Firefighting - Train The Trainer Instructor Trainer Course
Treasure Valley Community College
Ontario, OR
03.1997 - 05.1997
Big Bend Community College - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Techniques
Big Bend Community College
Moses Lake, WA
01.1993 - 05.1993
16th Firefighter 1/EMT-FS Academy - Firescience
Butte Community College
Oroville, CA
10.1991 - 05.1992
Skills
JD Edwards Enterprise One, EMESA Live, SAP
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Affiliations
Western Mining Electrical Association – Active President
National Wildfire Suppression Association (NWSA) – Lead Instructor
National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) – Lead Instructor
Level 4 USA Hockey Coach, Rock Springs WY.
Rock Springs Amateur Hockey Association (RSAHA)
Tel
307-707-2107
References
Connie Bauers, Engineering Manager, 307-871-2489
Jacob Bosh, Westmoreland LLC / Genesis, Engineering Supervisor, 307-870-6917
Nathan Montgomery, Electrical, 307-877-4966
BJ Teuscher, 307-723-0828
Ty Sellers – Maintenance Superintendent, 307-871-8026
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor/ Planner
Genesis Energy
06.2019 - Current
Maintenance Superintendent II
Westmoreland Kemmerer LLC
01.2015 - 06.2019
Electrical Supervisor II/ Maintenance Planner
Westmoreland Kemmerer LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015
Maintenance Supervisor II
Chevron Mining Inc. (P&M), Westmorland Kemmerer
04.2011 - 01.2014
Associates of Arts/ Electrical - Associates of Arts
Western Wyoming Community College
01.2009 - 05.2011
Electrician, Surface Coal Mine
Chevron Mining Inc. (P&M)
06.2008 - 04.2011
TPC Training Systems - Electrical Systems
TPC Training Systems - Electrical Systems
01.2007 - 05.2008
Truckee Meadows Community College - General Education, EMT-B Certificate, Lab Tech Phlebotomy
Truckee Meadows Community College
01.2004 - 05.2005
Wildland Firefighting - Train The Trainer Instructor Trainer Course
Treasure Valley Community College
03.1997 - 05.1997
Big Bend Community College - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Techniques
Big Bend Community College
01.1993 - 05.1993
16th Firefighter 1/EMT-FS Academy - Firescience
Butte Community College
10.1991 - 05.1992
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