RYAN BELL
Las Vegas
Summary
Bringing expertise in mechanical maintenance supervision, safety leadership, and
preventive maintenance optimization. Skilled in coordinating maintenance schedules
and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Adept at enhancing equipment
reliability and supporting emergency repairs with strong cross-functional
coordination and workflow optimization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Clark County Water Reclamation District
Las Vegas, NV
08.2024 - Current
- Supervise and direct daily execution of mechanical maintenance work for 15 mechanics, including six lead mechanics.
- Promote and enforce safety culture, ensuring compliance with LOTO, confined space, and site safety procedures.
- Coordinate with planning and scheduling to execute weekly maintenance schedules and improve schedule compliance.
- Optimize preventive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability and reduce corrective work.
- Provide field oversight, perform work quality and report execution results to management.
- Support shutdowns, emergency repairs, and after-hours maintenance activities as required.
Senior Plant Operator
City of Las Vegas Water Pollution Control Facility
Las Vegas, NV
12.2021 - 08.2024
- Coordinated operations and maintenance activities to maintain regulatory compliance and system reliability.
- Operated and monitored wastewater treatment processes to ensure compliance with environmental regulation
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures, enhancing team efficiency.
Plant Maintenance Mechanic II
City of North Las Vegas Water Reclamation Facility
Las Vegas, NV
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed mechanical maintenance and repair on pumps, valves, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
- Used precision measurement tools and interpreted technical drawings for rebuilds and troubleshooting.
- Reduced plant downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Lift Stations)
Clark County Water Reclamation District
Las Vegas, NV
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repairs to enhance equipment reliability.
- Led preventative maintenance initiatives, reducing unplanned downtime and improving operational efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and best maintenance practices to ensure compliance.
- Coordinated effectively with cross-functional teams during shutdowns or major repairs, optimizing productivity during critical periods while minimizing overall downtime.
WWTP Lead Maintenance Mechanic
City & County of Honolulu
Kailua, HI
12.2014 - 09.2017
- Provided lead direction to mechanics performing maintenance on pumps, motors, and compressors.
- Planned labor, materials, and tooling requirements while enforcing safety procedures.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical failures in machinery, enhancing equipment reliability and performance.
- Oversaw daily maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
Wastwater Treatment Operator II
City & County of Honolulu
Waianae, HI
04.2007 - 12.2014
- Operated heavy machinery to ensure efficient road maintenance and infrastructure projects.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine inspections to maintain safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows and enhance productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and improving team compliance.
Plant Operator
Unitek Solvent Services
Kapolei, HI
01.1999 - 03.2007
- Operated used-solvent distillation unit; monitored temps/pressures, adjusted feed rates, and completed routine safety/process checks.
- Ran used motor oil cracking unit; managed vapor generation and condensation through a heat exchanger to produce liquid fuel product.
- Performed oily water separation and filtration; used skimmer, mixed D.E./carbon in holding tank, and operated rotary vacuum drum filter.
- Logged tank farm readings; tracked gallons/levels, completed rounds, verified lineups, and reported issues.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Waianae High School
HIManage for Success: Effective Utility Leadership
Sacramento Water Programs
Skills
- Front-line maintenance supervision
- Safety leadership
- Rotating equipment maintenance
- Microsoft 365
- Maximo CMMS utilization
- Financial Analysis
- Shutdowns and emergency response support
- Adaptability
- Cross-functional coordination with Operations and Planning/Scheduling
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Clark County Water Reclamation District
08.2024 - Current
Senior Plant Operator
City of Las Vegas Water Pollution Control Facility
12.2021 - 08.2024
Plant Maintenance Mechanic II
City of North Las Vegas Water Reclamation Facility
12.2019 - 12.2021
Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Lift Stations)
Clark County Water Reclamation District
09.2017 - 12.2019
WWTP Lead Maintenance Mechanic
City & County of Honolulu
12.2014 - 09.2017
Wastwater Treatment Operator II
City & County of Honolulu
04.2007 - 12.2014
Plant Operator
Unitek Solvent Services
01.1999 - 03.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
Waianae High School
Manage for Success: Effective Utility Leadership
Sacramento Water Programs