Shannon Bledsoe
Hopkinsville,KY
Summary
Knowledgeable in the maintenance field offering 22 years of troubleshooting and repair experience, with advanced technical knowledge. Diligent, dependable, and service-driven, with a strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess repair needs. Skilled leader and problem-solver with several-year record of success overseeing work. Excellent maintenance and repair abilities demonstrated in and settings. Resourceful in coordinating supplies and personnel to meet any need.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
White Drive Motors & Steering
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
10.2020 - Current
- Supervised maintenance team to ensure efficient operations and safety compliance.
- Coordinated scheduled repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
- Trained staff on proper maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented maintenance schedules to optimize equipment uptime and performance.
- Conducted inspections to identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate facility improvements.
- Developed standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks and workflows.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Coordinated emergency repairs as needed in order to minimize disruption in production schedules.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all production machinery.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
Maintenance Technician
Danfoss Power Solutions
Hopkinsville, KY
09.2016 - 10.2020
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventative maintenance schedules.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Performed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Maintained available parts, tools and materials inventory to respond to issues.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance on electrical panels and complex machinery to reach prescribed levels of operation.
- Carried out repair work on CNC equipment, typically returning machines and tools to service as quickly as possible.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Mentored junior maintenance professionals to provide instruction on correct repair procedures.
- Evaluated systems in use to uncover problems, complete maintenance and recommend solutions.
- Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Disassembled machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Updated documentation for recordkeeping and customer use.
- Used electrical drawings to troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical and other systems.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace area to meet OSHA standards.
Maintenance Technician
White Hydraulics
Hopkinsville, KY
09.2006 - 09.2016
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Performed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Maintained available parts, tools and materials inventory to respond to issues.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance on electrical panels and complex machinery to reach prescribed levels of operation.
- Carried out repair work on equipment, typically returning machines and tools to service as quickly as possible.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Mentored junior maintenance professionals to provide instruction on correct repair procedures.
- Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards, including OSHA.
- Disassembled machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
- Inspected electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used electrical drawings to troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical and other systems.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace area to meet OSHA standards.
Maintenance Technician
Dana
Hopkinsville, KY
11.1994 - 09.2006
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Performed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Carried out repair work on equipment.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Executed daily operations of preventive maintenance on electrical panels, motor controls and switch gears.
- Evaluated systems in use to uncover problems, complete maintenance and recommend solutions.
- Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Disassembled machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Used electrical drawings to troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical and other systems.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace area to meet OSHA standards.
Stocker
Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
Hopkinsville, KY
08.1993 - 11.1994
- Organized stockroom by keeping products in correct locations to maintain accurate inventory counts.
- Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers or bins.
- Stocked and rotated products, supplies and paper goods to optimize freshness.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
Education
High School Diploma -
CCHS
Hopkinsville, KY05.1994
Associate of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
KCTCS
Hopkinsville, KY2010
Skills
- Troubleshooting strength
- Electrical Certification
- Mechanical Repair
- Power and hand tool use
- Understanding schematics
- Organizational ability
- System installations
- Reporting and documentation
- Equipment repair
- Maintenance scheduling
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive equipment maintenance
- Welding and fabricating
- Robotics
- Team supervision
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive scheduling
- Safety compliance
- Parts ordering
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Performance evaluation
- Time management
- Job planning
- Employee performance assessment
- Employee scheduling
- Staff scheduling
- Hydraulic systems
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Facilities maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Grounds maintenance
- Contractor coordination
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Staff management
Additional Information
I've completed many industrial maintenance course at KCTCS along with the extended maintenance classes. I've completed several Fanuc robotic class in Detroit at the Fanuc robotics facility.
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
White Drive Motors & Steering
10.2020 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Danfoss Power Solutions
09.2016 - 10.2020
Maintenance Technician
White Hydraulics
09.2006 - 09.2016
Maintenance Technician
Dana
11.1994 - 09.2006
Stocker
Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
08.1993 - 11.1994
High School Diploma -
CCHS
Associate of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
KCTCS