John Albrecht
Lemont,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic professional willing to take on any task to help organization's mission succeed. Pleasant, hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Renovator
Personal Home Remodeling
10.2014 - 04.2015
- Repaired older home for resale
- Upgraded outdated plumbing and electrical systems as part of comprehensive home improvement projects.
- Implemented custom carpentry solutions for unique design elements such as built-in storage units, shelving, and cabinetry.
Pump Technician
Layne Western Co.
02.2006 - 07.2013
- Part of team responsible for diagnosis and repair of wells in various environments (farms, towns, gas companies)
- Troubleshooting the reason of well failure; reported to foreman repairs made for billing purposes; inventory of materials required; maintained safety log.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex pump projects on time and within budget.
- Stayed calm and focused in emergency situations to provide efficient fixes for diverse mechanical problems.
- Completed detailed tool and equipment inspections both in field and in shops to identify and address malfunctions and performance concerns.
- Operated and maintained equipment such as fork lifts.
Mechanical Technician
Acme Auto Electric
09.2002 - 02.2006
- Job duties included analyzing and repairing starters, generators, and alternators
- Trained other electronic analysts that were not as experienced in the automotive industry as I was.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
Shop Manager
J.C. Auto Electric
10.1983 - 03.2002
- Responsible for general management of mechanical team; day to day operations; accounts payable and receivables.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal product availability, resulting in fewer stockouts and increased sales.
- Streamlined store operations by delegating tasks efficiently to team members and monitoring progress regularly.
- Established strong vendor relationships for timely delivery of products and seamless order processing, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally and promptly, enhancing customer loyalty.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Education
US Forklift Certification -
12.2023
Auto Physical Damage Appraiser, I-Car Professional -
12.2018
Welding Technical Class, Prairie State College -
01.2005
Timeline
Home Renovator
Personal Home Remodeling
10.2014 - 04.2015
Pump Technician
Layne Western Co.
02.2006 - 07.2013
Mechanical Technician
Acme Auto Electric
09.2002 - 02.2006
Shop Manager
J.C. Auto Electric
10.1983 - 03.2002