Stephen Epling
Hobart,IN
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Great Kitchens, adept in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and safety awareness, significantly reducing downtime and enhancing equipment reliability. Experienced in leading team projects and training new hires, showcasing strong collaboration skills and a results-driven approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Great Kitchens
05.2023 - Current
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
Maintenance Technician
MSI
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Achieved increased reliability through consistent adherence to manufacturer''s guidelines for equipment maintenance.
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Performed daily inspections on switches.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
- Conferred with engineers regarding train routes, timetables and cargoes and discussed alternative routes in response to rail defects or obstructions.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Contributed to on-time performance by swiftly addressing any operational issues or delays.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Upheld a professional demeanor while interacting with passengers from diverse backgrounds, fostering a welcoming atmosphere on board trains.
- Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
- Supported train maintenance teams by reporting observed equipment malfunctions or damage promptly, minimizing disruptions to service schedules.
- Negotiated and directed train and rail cars movement.
- Guided new hires through on-the-job training, sharing valuable insights and best practices for success in the conductor role.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to provide accurate updates on train status, aiding in efficient scheduling and allocation of resources.
- Ensured proper documentation was completed for each trip, including incident reports when applicable, maintaining effective record-keeping systems within the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belfry High School
Belfry, KY05.2010
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Problem solving ability
- Building Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Mechanical Repair
- Parts Replacement
- Equipment Installation
- Equipment Repair
- Hand Tools Expertise
- Lockout and tagout procedures
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Great Kitchens
05.2023 - Current
Maintenance Technician
MSI
01.2021 - 01.2023
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
02.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Belfry High School
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