Stanley Ragsdale
Hanford,Ca
Summary
Proven, motivated, high-energy manager that has been leading maintenance professionals for over 17 years. Experienced handling large maintenance budgets and large diverse vehicle fleets. ASE Master Certified in heavy and light vehicles. Formal business administration and technical education. Prior small business owner that appreciates the strength of goals and metrics. Utilizing accounting and business background, capable of fine-tuning budgets to ensure profitability. With broad people skills and maintenance background in aviation, heavy equipment, and automotive fields I have the ability to lead supervisors and technicians through complications that may arise in your organization. Always learning, always improving!
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
District Fleet Maintenance Manager
Mid Valley Disposal
Kingsburg, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Manage multiple maintenance facilities over 3 counties.
- Implemented inventory control systems for parts and supplies, minimizing waste and optimizing stock levels.
- Created shop standards for housekeeping, workflow, and specialty tool storage and control.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for maintenance staff to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Performed a comprehensive evaluation and implemented necessary changes to maintenance safety program.
- Promptly implemented safety inspections to greatly improve DOT compliance.
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Republic Services
Anaheim, CA
08.2017 - 04.2023
- Oversee a fleet of 400 heavy and light vehicles including: diesel, gasoline, and natural gas.
- Manage 60 employees including: supervisors, technicians, and welders.
- Established efficient workflow processes, monitor daily productivity and implement modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.
- Achieved an increased corporate rating from a 3-star facility to a 5-star facility.
- Uphold an exceptionally high reliability rating.
- Manage a 9+ million dollar a year budget with an average surplus of 1.9%.
- Oversee a cap-ex budget of an additional 6.5 million dollars per year.
- Maintain all federal, state, and local permits, certifications, environmental standards, and safety regulations for the fleet and facility.
- Perform equipment evaluations for fleet replacement and prepare corporate capital planning reports.
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Manage and lead 30 maintenance personnel at 4 locations with 210 assets.
- Recruit and hire supervisors, welders, and mechanics.
- Review and approve all acquisitions for six locations including; hauling, transfer, recycle, and compost facilities.
- Reduced unscheduled maintenance by 20%.
- Spearheaded alternative fuel contract renewals, boosting corporate revenues in excess of 5 million dollars over 4 years.
- Implemented new alternative fuel training program for technicians.
- Inspect equipment and draft recommendations.
- Made major OSHA and EPA related improvements to facilities.
- Drafted an improved safety program with emphasis on maintenance practices.
- Developed Preventive Maintenance-Quality Assurance program.
- Assist lead technicians with advanced diagnostic issues.
- Improved maintenance procedures for testing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Owner/Manager
S.A.R. Ventures LLC
10.2009 - 09.2015
- Founded and managed busy repair facility with six technicians.
- Maintained gasoline, diesel, and alternative fueled vehicles.
- Operated service truck, maintaining earth moving equipment.
- Implemented checklists to ensure all systems and parts were examined, including ancillary drives, hoses, steering systems, engine management, brakes, fuel systems, drive train components, and other potential failures.
- Ensured routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrication, and tune-ups.
- Tested, adjusted, and repaired systems to meet manufacturers performance specifications.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed work with supervisors.
- Trained technicians on electrical and engine management systems.
- Maintained good housekeeping practices.
- Directed and coordinated the maintenance and repair of several small fleets.
- Prepared and reviewed maintenance reports to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Inventory control.
- Analyzed internal processes and implemented procedural or policy changes.
- Planned, administered, and controlled budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
- Monitored the facility to ensure it remained safe, secure, and well maintained.
Service Advisor/Assistant Service Manager
Land Rover Rancho Mirage
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Managed work-flow to exceed quality service goals.
- Ensured the highest quality of customer service satisfaction.
- Led market in C.S.I. ratings.
- Held safety supervisor position for entire facility.
Lead Technician
Land Rover Rancho Mirage
09.2005 - 09.2008
- Performed advanced diagnostics of engine management, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
- Maintained and repaired all vehicle systems.
- Held lead technician position.
- Performed duties of the safety supervisor.
Journeyman Aerospace Technician
United States Airforce
11.1999 - 11.2005
- Lead Staff Sergeant over flight of C-5 Galaxies and maintainers, totaling over 1.5 billion dollars of assets.
- Direct supervisor over seven airman.
- Advanced system diagnostics training.
- Performed duties as an Aerospace Technician including; diagnostics and repair of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Achieved Airman of the Year award.
- Awarded Lt. Gen. Leo Marquez Award of Maintenance Excellence.
- Held flying crew chief status, traveling with and maintaining aircraft overseas.
- Lead several overseas aircraft maintenance recovery missions.
Technician
Westex Trucking Company
01.1997 - 08.1999
- Heavy truck mechanic.
- Performed maintenance and repairs of over the road trucks and trailers.
- Repaired multiple systems including; engines, clutches, air brakes, and electrical systems.
- Repaired forklifts and yard trucks.
Facility and Equipment Maintenance
Stanley E. Ragsdale Co.
06.1993 - 03.1997
- Maintained variety of equipment including; front loader, backhoes, forklifts, cranes, trash truck, and cement truck.
- Performed facility repairs including A/C, electrical, and plumbing.
Education
Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Dover AFBBachelor of Science - Business Management
Wilmington University
Dover, DeMBA - BBA To MBA Program
Brandman University
Irvine, CA01-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Auto Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, Az01-1998
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Palm DesertSkills
- Staff training and development
- Capital Asset Procurement
- Equipment evaluation and retirement
- Change agent experienced with both represented and non-represented maintenance personnel including contract negotiations
- Well versed in OSHA, EPA, DOT, and AQMD requirements
- Contract administration; Meticulously track daily spend ensuring budget constraints are met
- Top tier technical background
- Maintain many ASE, CSA, and other certifications
- Knowledgeable in multiple maintenance documentation systems
- Superior time management skills
- Manage Facility Maintenance, Repairs, and Contracts
- Positive, motivating, high energy leader
- Managed Several Preventive Maintenance Programs
- Microsoft Office Suite proficient
Timeline
District Fleet Maintenance Manager
Mid Valley Disposal
10.2023 - Current
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Republic Services
08.2017 - 04.2023
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services
03.2015 - 08.2017
Owner/Manager
S.A.R. Ventures LLC
10.2009 - 09.2015
Service Advisor/Assistant Service Manager
Land Rover Rancho Mirage
09.2008 - 09.2009
Lead Technician
Land Rover Rancho Mirage
09.2005 - 09.2008
Journeyman Aerospace Technician
United States Airforce
11.1999 - 11.2005
Technician
Westex Trucking Company
01.1997 - 08.1999
Facility and Equipment Maintenance
Stanley E. Ragsdale Co.
06.1993 - 03.1997
MBA - BBA To MBA Program
Brandman University
Associate of Applied Science - Auto Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute
Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix