Salvatore Felice
Bayport
Summary
Dedicated leader with over 30 years of experience. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. Proficient in managing multiple projects consistently demonstrating a commitment to safety and compliance with industry standards. Adept at fostering relationships and driving continued improvement in processes and operations. Knowledge of all departments within the DPW and how they run, being able to plan ahead, making good decisions within a variety of situations.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic 1
Village of Patchogue DPW
Patchogue, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Maintain a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Perform routine maintenance on municipal vehicles, enhancing operational reliability and safety standards.
- Research and recommend upgrades to tools and systems, enhancing overall workshop efficiency and productivity.
- Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule, improving vehicle longevity and performance efficiency.
- Inspect and test equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Work closely with upper management on special projects.
- Quickly respond and repair all malfunctioning vehicles and equipment.
- Perform daily gas pump readings and inspection of gas tank fill neck sumps.
- Safety Committee member
Owner-Operator
Sal and Kens Auto Repair
Blue Point, NY
04.1993 - 09.2021
- Established strong relationships with vendors, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business with hundreds of customers.
- Managed day-to-day business operations, and head mechanic of a local thriving business.
- Ran a commercial plowing business
- Dealt with DEC and Suffolk County BOH for fuel and waste oil regulations.
- Member of Blue Point Chamber of Commerce for over 20 years.
Education
High School Diploma -
Patchogue-Medford High School
Patchogue, NYSkills
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostic skills
- Welding and fabrication
- Heavy equipment repair
- Effective leader and team player
- Time management
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Proactive critical thinker
- Process development and streamlining
- Team motivation and morale
- Extremely organized and detail oriented
- Building and maintaining strong relationships
Affiliations
Village of Patchogue Trustee
2000-2001, 2014-2021
Village of Patchogue Planning Board Member
2001-2004, 2012-2014
Special Projects – Patchogue Theater
2000-2001
Village of Patchogue Commissioner of Public Safety
2014-2016
Village of Patchogue Commissioner of Building & Housing
2016-2018
Liaison for Patchogue F.D.
2014-2018
Village of Patchogue Commissioner of DPW
2018-2021
Village of Patchogue Commissioner of Lighting
2018-2021
Certification
CDL Class B Driver License
Class A/B Operator of Underground Storage Tank (UST) Systems
NYS Auto & Emissions Inspector
Timeline
Mechanic 1
Village of Patchogue DPW
09.2021 - Current
Owner-Operator
Sal and Kens Auto Repair
04.1993 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Patchogue-Medford High School