Russell Snyder
Morgantown
Summary
23 years of expertise in parts management, specializing in John Deere components. Proven leadership and instructional skills honed through a distinguished career in the US Navy.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Specialist
Middletown Tractor Sales
Fairmont
01.2026 - Current
- Guided customers in selecting appropriate parts, ensuring optimal equipment functionality.
- Utilized parts catalogs to locate and recommend appropriate components for repairs.
- Collaborated with technicians to ensure timely availability of parts for service jobs.
- Delivered product knowledge and technical support, contributing to increased customer satisfaction.
- Executed order processing and maintained accurate transaction records, facilitating efficient inventory management.
- Received customer orders and placed them into the system for processing.
- Organized storage areas for easy access to frequently requested items.
Parts Lead
Middletown Tractor Sales
Fairmont
03.2012 - 12.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of the parts department to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Managed parts inventory and organized stock to enhance retrieval efficiency.
- Coordinated with suppliers to secure timely delivery of parts and materials.
- Trained new team members on parts handling and safety procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of parts transactions and daily inventory levels to support operational needs.
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain necessary parts for repairs or replacements.
- Managed incoming and outgoing shipments while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Conducted weekly cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory system data.
Parts Specialist
Middletown Tractor Sales
Fairmont
10.2002 - 03.2012
- Leveraged parts catalogs to identify and recommend suitable components for efficient repairs.
- Collaborated with technicians to ensure timely availability of parts for service jobs.
- Guided customers in selecting optimal parts for equipment needs, improving their repair success.
- Delivered product knowledge and technical support, contributing to increased customer satisfaction.
- Received customer orders and placed them into the system for processing.
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Navy
Gulfport
01.1992 - 01.1997
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated heavy machinery for construction and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with naval base standards.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of equipment to maintain operational readiness and prevent accidents.
- Performed routine inspections on heavy machinery prior to use, identifying potential issues to ensure safe operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fairmont Senior High School
Fairmont, WV06-1991
Skills
- Parts identification
- Parts cataloging
- Order processing
- Inventory management
- Equipment knowledge
- Technical support
- Customer service
Timeline
Parts Specialist
Middletown Tractor Sales
01.2026 - Current
Parts Lead
Middletown Tractor Sales
03.2012 - 12.2025
Parts Specialist
Middletown Tractor Sales
10.2002 - 03.2012
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Navy
01.1992 - 01.1997
High School Diploma -
Fairmont Senior High School