Ray Rankin
SOUTH BEND,IN
Summary
To join the Flygt Sales team
To represent and work with a company that I believe in the products and technologies.
To start a new chapter in my career as a sales team member.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Mishawaka Wastewater Treatment Plant
2017.03 - Current
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Managed team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Maintenance Technician A
Mishawaka Wastewater Treatment Plant
2014.12 - 2017.03
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Walkerton
2008.09 - 2013.07
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Managed chemical inventory levels, liaising with suppliers to maintain adequate stock for uninterrupted plant operations.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
Owner Engine Builder
Rankin Engine Pro LLC
1984.11 - 2008.09
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Established positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected business's financial stability.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Whitcomb Riley
South Bend, IN1987
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Maintenance Planning
- Good communication skills.
- Quick Learner (seek opportunities for growth)
- Basic computer skills
- Good working relations with general public
- Typically exceeds expectations
- Married and father of 4 grown children
Certification
Class 2 Wastewater Operator License
References
Mark Pope Lead Pastor at The Vineyard Church 574-257-1924
Adam Miller D.J. Construction 574-533-0621
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Mishawaka Wastewater Treatment Plant
2017.03 - Current
Maintenance Technician A
Mishawaka Wastewater Treatment Plant
2014.12 - 2017.03
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Walkerton
2008.09 - 2013.07
Owner Engine Builder
Rankin Engine Pro LLC
1984.11 - 2008.09
High School Diploma -
James Whitcomb Riley
Class 2 Wastewater Operator License
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