Dependable professional with strong background installing, maintaining, and repairing systems and components. Maintains equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and corrections. Dedicated to quality and always professional.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician II
Amazon LUK2
Union, OH
08.2023 - Current
Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
Provided training sessions for junior technicians on proper use of test equipment and techniques for troubleshooting complex systems.
Responded promptly to emergency service requests from customers in order to prevent further damage or disruption of service.
Troubleshot systems and equipment and ran tests to make effective recommendations.
Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
Disassembled and repaired damaged sections and fabricated replacements.
Adhered to applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
Updated logs and job reports for completed and pending service calls at shift end.
Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
Disassembled dysfunctional machinery to perform root cause analysis and repairs.
Consulted blueprints and manufacturer manuals to plan appropriate and effective repair work.
Greased mechanical parts with lubrication to achieve smooth and regular functionality.
Field Supervisor/Sprinkler Pipe Fitter
Hydro Fire Protection
Dayton, OH
03.1988 - 06.2023
Supervised and coordinated daily activities of field personnel to ensure efficient operations.
Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations.
Provided guidance to team members on job-related tasks, techniques, best practices.
Monitored project progress against established timelines and budgets.
Interpreted engineering drawings, specifications and standards related to projects.
Organized resources including equipment, materials and personnel in support of project objectives.
Maintained accurate records of employee timecards, leave requests.
Evaluated employees' performance through periodic reviews; took appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.
Assigned duties to field personnel according to their qualifications or experience level.
Coordinated with vendors, suppliers in order to procure necessary supplies or services required for successful completion of assigned tasks, projects.
Tracked inventory levels of parts and supplies used in the field operations department.
Performed maintenance checks on vehicles used by field personnel.
Responded promptly to inquiries from customers regarding services provided by the company's field operations department.
Assigned work to field employees, based on material or work requirements for specific jobs.
Supervised, coordinated, or scheduled activities of field team workers.
Trained workers in equipment operation, safety procedures and company policies.
Maintained positive vendor relationships and open lines of communication to enable resource availability.
Monitored timelines, set up order of operations and managed field schedules.
Ordered or requisitioned supplies or materials.
Completed projects milestones on time by keeping team members on task and operating with efficiency.
Developed successful resolutions for issues that arose during field operations.
Conferred with management, technical personnel or contractors to resolve problems or coordinate operations.
Estimated materials or worker requirements to complete jobs.
Suggested or initiated promotions, transfers or hires.
Read specifications, blueprints or schematics to determine project requirements or to plan procedures.
Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Installed and tested sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 13 standards.
Assembled, connected, and tested pipes for fire protection systems.
Fabricated pipe hangers and supports according to design specifications.
Cut, threaded, and bent piping as needed for installation.
Inspected sprinkler system components to ensure proper operation.
Performed routine maintenance on existing fire sprinkler systems.
Repaired or replaced faulty valves, fittings, and other related equipment.
Troubleshot problems with hydraulic calculations in order to adjust water pressure levels.
Calculated the correct number of sprinklers needed for each area of a building.
Assisted in the preparation of drawings and blueprints for new installations.
Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as asbestos insulation.
Provided technical advice to customers regarding their fire protection needs.
Participated in regular meetings with clients to discuss progress of projects.
Coordinated with other contractors on site during installation process.
Researched code requirements for various projects across multiple jurisdictions.
Ensured that all necessary permits were obtained prior to beginning any work.
Demonstrated knowledge of local codes and regulations pertaining to fire safety systems.
Adhered strictly to industry standards when installing fire suppression equipment.
Communicated effectively with supervisors and other team members throughout job sites.
Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
Used valve keys and wrenches to turn valves and shut off water from pipe sections.
Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
Manager/Machine Shop Foreman
Tipp City Pipe and supply Co. Div. of Hydro Fire.
Tipp City, OH
01.1983 - 03.1988
Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Ensured safe and efficient operation of machine shop production.
Supervised, trained, and evaluated machine shop personnel.
Maintained records of inventory levels and production output.
Scheduled staff to meet customer deadlines.
Monitored machines for proper functioning and maintenance requirements.
Identified areas for improvement in the manufacturing process.
Resolved technical problems related to machinery operations.
Created reports on daily production activities and results.
Conducted performance appraisals of employees in the machine shop.
Performed minor repairs to machines as needed.
Ordered replacement parts when necessary.
Reviewed blueprints or specifications to determine job instructions.
Checked finished products for conformance with quality standards.