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Shane Owens

Millbrook,AL

Summary

I've spent the last two years at Trenholm State Community College and Hager Hinge. Learning to become skilled in maintenance and repair, with a background in efficiently resolving issues ranging from minor repairs to complex system faults. Possess advanced knowledge of various tools, equipment, and techniques relevant to job success. Strengths include problem-solving, time management, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet operational goals. Contributed to enhancing facility safety and reducing downtime through proactive maintenance strategies and quick response to emergency repair needs. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Before learning to become a maintenance technician I was an accomplished landscape supervisor with eight years of experience supervising and performing lawn and landscape maintenance. Successful at leading crews by training, monitoring daily activities and resolving issues. Talented at motivating workers and enforcing procedures for quality results. Reliable Supervisor offering eight years of expertise managing landscaping projects. Versed in task delegation, deadline management and project requirements. Proven history of designing and executing superior landscaping designs to meet client needs. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician/Machinist

Hager Hinge
Montgomery, AL
06.2023 - Current
  • Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
  • Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
  • Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
  • Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
  • Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
  • Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
  • Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
  • Installed new pumps and piping
  • Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Operated forklifts, scissor lifts, and genie boom lifts
  • Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
  • Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
  • Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
  • Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
  • Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
  • Measured, laid out and marked metal stock to display placement of cuts.
  • Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
  • Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
  • Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
  • Gauged and maintained tolerances on grinding diameters, depths, squareness and parallelism.
  • Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.

Golf Course Groundskeeper

Emerald Mountain Golf Course
Wetumpka, AL
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Kept appearance of turf neat and professional with daily mowing, trimming and maintenance.
  • Set up courses each day by changing cups, putting out flags and emptying trash.
  • Managed nearby features such as bunkers with raking and regular care.
  • Removed leaves, clippings and debris with blowers or collection methods.
  • Improved appearance of greens and planted new trees and shrubbery.
  • Maintained both two-cycle and four-cycle equipment used in regular greenskeeping.
  • Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
  • Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
  • Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Fertilized, cultivated and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.

Landscape Supervisor

Central Alabama Landcare
Montgomery , AL
01.2014 - 01.2022
  • Trained and instructed new crew members to teach proper use of landscape equipment, maintenance practices and safety procedures.
  • Oversaw maintenance, fueling and cleaning of equipment and vehicles.
  • Communicated with managers to resolve issues needing attention on customer property.
  • Reviewed completed work to monitor and enforce quality standards and requirements.
  • Directed crew members completing landscaping tasks.
  • Installed rock gardens, ponds and irrigation systems in consultation with clients.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Checked current landscape projects to monitor work progress.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
  • Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
  • Maintained greenhouse, everything from ordering flowers, dirt, fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and shrubbery.
  • Oversight the growing and irrigating of flowers and shrubbery inside the greenhouse
  • Planned the design of flower installation in over 1000 flower beds over the course of 7 years

Landscape Maintenance Worker

Deep South Property Management
Montgomery, AL
04.2013 - 12.2013
  • Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
  • Trimmed around trees and bushes.
  • Used zero-turns and self-propelled mowers to mow residential and commercial lawns.
  • Edged lawns and flowerbeds using gas-powered and rotary edging tools.
  • Pruned and trimmed hedges, trees and shrubs with chainsaws and shears.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
  • Applied chemicals to control weeds.

Line Cook

McAllister's Deli
Prattville, AL
09.2012 - 01.2013
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.

Grocery Stocker

Food Outlet
Millbrook, AL
06.2011 - 08.2012
  • Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles to maintain inventory.
  • Assessed floor displays to restock merchandise.
  • Pushed carts and loaded customer purchases into vehicles.
  • Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
  • Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
  • Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
  • Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction.
  • Updated product labels to reflect accurate pricing.

Sales Associate

Walmart
Millbrook, AL
10.2008 - 06.2009
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Completed daily tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles to maintain inventory.
  • Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
  • Operated forklift to move and organize merchandise.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Systems Automation-Mechanical (FAME)

Trenholm State Community College
Montgomery, AL
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Stanhope Elmore High School
Millbrook, AL
05-2009

Skills

  • Workshop crane operation
  • OSHA 10 certified
  • Pipe cutting
  • Pump repair
  • Electrical repairs
  • End Mill/Lathe work
  • PLC training
  • Machine calibration
  • Piping systems maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Plumbing
  • MIG welding
  • Stick welding
  • Oxyacetylene torch cutting
  • Plasma cutting
  • Power and hand tool use
  • Tool management
  • System troubleshooting
  • Safety management
  • Managing Work Crews
  • Team Collaboration
  • Deadline Driven
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Project Management
  • Project Design
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Lawn Care
  • Effective Communication
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Jobsite Safety
  • Seasonal Planting
  • Plant Knowledge
  • Monitoring Health of Plants
  • Chemical Application
  • Customer Service
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Applying Fertilizer
  • Fertilizer Safety
  • Weed Removal
  • Landscaping and Gardening
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Detail Oriented
  • Landscaping Design Review
  • Seed and Bulb Planting
  • Vehicle and Equipment Repair
  • Lawn and Shrubbery Irrigation
  • Sprinkler System Maintenance

Timeline

Maintenance Technician/Machinist

Hager Hinge
06.2023 - Current

Golf Course Groundskeeper

Emerald Mountain Golf Course
04.2022 - 05.2023

Landscape Supervisor

Central Alabama Landcare
01.2014 - 01.2022

Landscape Maintenance Worker

Deep South Property Management
04.2013 - 12.2013

Line Cook

McAllister's Deli
09.2012 - 01.2013

Grocery Stocker

Food Outlet
06.2011 - 08.2012

Sales Associate

Walmart
10.2008 - 06.2009

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Systems Automation-Mechanical (FAME)

Trenholm State Community College

High School Diploma -

Stanhope Elmore High School
Shane Owens