Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Michael Sitzes

Leslie,MO

Summary

Skilled in maintenance and repair with 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.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Lost Valley Lake
Owensville, MO
02.2024 - Current
  • Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.

Physical Plant Supervisor II

Missouri Eastern Correctional Center
Pacific, MO
10.2008 - 01.2024
  • Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
  • Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
  • Supervised employees and day-to-day processes of plant.
  • Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
  • Supervised the maintenance of all equipment, facilities, and grounds to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
  • Provided guidance and support when troubleshooting technical problems during production runs.
  • Organized team-building activities within the plant environment to promote collaboration among employees.
  • Developed cost-saving initiatives through efficient use of resources such as labor, materials, energy.
  • Ensured production goals were met on a daily basis by monitoring workflow and scheduling personnel.

Carpenter

Riegel Construction
Washington, MO
08.2000 - 10.2008
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to work specialty areas, heating or electrical wiring work.
  • Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
  • Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.

Combat Engineer

United States Marine Corps
, NC
06.1989 - 10.1994
  • Collaborated with other military units to coordinate engineering support and share intelligence.
  • Responded immediately to routine and critical accidents, incidents and other emergencies.
  • Used artillery and missiles to protect infantry and tank units.
  • Installed and recovered anti-handing devices on anti-tank mines and electrical and non-electrical demolition charges.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as bulldozers, cranes, backhoes.
  • Planned and conducted tactical and assault support missions.
  • Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported to leadership for strategic planning.
  • Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
  • Provided first aid and basic medical care to injured personnel during operations.
  • Used visual methods and mine detectors to identify and locate mines, effectively detonating enemy threats.
  • Participated in route clearance operations to detect and neutralize mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Education

High School Diploma -

Smith Cotton High School
Sedalia, MO
01-1989

Skills

  • Tool management
  • Grounds upkeep
  • Documentation
  • Chiller maintenance
  • Ventilation systems
  • Motor controls
  • Troubleshooting strength
  • Building maintenance
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Hand and power tools
  • Water treatment
  • Equipment Repair
  • Problem-solving
  • Organized nature
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Blueprint and schematics
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Generator maintenance
  • Mechanical repair
  • Safety-oriented mindset

Accomplishments

*Kuwait Liberation Medal

*National Defense Medal

*USMC Commendation Medal

*Combat Action Meal

*Overseas Service Medal(3 Awards) *Merit Unit Medal

Certification

  • Electrical Equipment repair 1990
  • Fundamentals of Leadership 1992,1993
  • Administrative Planning 1993

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Lost Valley Lake
02.2024 - Current

Physical Plant Supervisor II

Missouri Eastern Correctional Center
10.2008 - 01.2024

Carpenter

Riegel Construction
08.2000 - 10.2008

Combat Engineer

United States Marine Corps
06.1989 - 10.1994
  • Electrical Equipment repair 1990
  • Fundamentals of Leadership 1992,1993
  • Administrative Planning 1993

High School Diploma -

Smith Cotton High School
Michael Sitzes