Thomas Shannon
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Planner with proven expertise at BP America in optimizing equipment uptime and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in asset management and safety compliance, I successfully reduced downtime through strategic maintenance planning and effective team collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement, I leverage analytical thinking to drive impactful solutions in fast-paced environments.
Knowledgeable professional with robust background in planning and coordinating maintenance activities. Adept at optimizing workflows and ensuring timely completion of tasks. Demonstrated ability to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime through strategic maintenance scheduling and effective team collaboration.
Experienced with planning and scheduling maintenance activities to ensure operational efficiency. Utilizes strategic thinking to optimize resource allocation and minimize equipment downtime. Track record of enhancing team collaboration and implementing effective maintenance strategies.
Maintenance professional skilled in planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimal downtime. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for flexibility and reliability in adapting to changing needs. Expertise in resource allocation, preventive maintenance, and work order management, coupled with effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planner
BP America
02.2021 - 04.2025
- Assisted in developing maintenance schedules to optimize equipment uptime
- Supported team in documenting maintenance procedures and best practices
- Learned to utilize CMMS software for tracking work orders and inventory
- Contributed to identification of potential maintenance issues through inspections
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment status
- Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
- Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages.
- Elevated operational efficiency, aligning maintenance planning with strategic organizational goals.
- Enhanced inventory management of spare parts and tools, ensuring availability while optimizing storage costs.
Job Representative /Construction Team Leader
BP America
01.2009 - 04.2025
- Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance service satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new representatives to ensure operational excellence.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve communication.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to elevate individual contributions.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
- Learned and followed all organizational policies and procedures to maintain safe and professional working environments.
- Optimized workflow processes, allowing for more efficient use of resources and reduced turnaround times on projects.
- Played key role in negotiating terms of major infrastructure project, ensuring it met environmental and budgetary guidelines.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Led construction teams in project execution, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
Material Control Coordinator
Citgo Refinery
03.2006 - 12.2008
- Coordinated material flow to ensure timely availability of resources for production teams.
- Developed and implemented inventory management strategies to enhance accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
- Led cross-functional teams in resolving supply chain issues, improving operational efficiency.
- Analyzed inventory data to forecast material needs and optimize stock levels.
- Streamlined receiving and distribution processes, reducing lead times significantly.
- Conducted regular audits of materials and supplies to uphold compliance with company policies.
- Improved material control efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems.
- Collaborated closely with production planning teams to anticipate material requirements based on projected output levels.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials for production schedules.
- Maintained precise records of all materials transactions, providing clear visibility into inventory levels at all times.
- Optimized storage facilities layout, maximizing space utilization and improving accessibility to materials.
- Effectively resolved any discrepancies or issues related to material supply in a timely manner ensuring minimal disruption to production processes.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory accuracy, leading to improved stock control and minimized discrepancies.
Boilermaker Supervisor
REPCON
02.1998 - 03.2006
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Coordinated workflow among teams to optimize productivity and efficiency in projects.
- Mentored junior boilermakers, providing training on equipment and best practices.
- Developed maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
- Conducted inspections to ensure quality control and adherence to project specifications.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing boilermaker teams.
- Maintained accurate documentation of work progress, keeping management informed on key milestones achieved or issues encountered.
- Enhanced safety standards through consistent monitoring of work conditions and regular equipment inspections.
- Evaluated performance of team members, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication channels like meetings or site visits-increasing repeat business opportunities.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments prior to each project''s commencement, reducing potential hazards onsite.
- Increased customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship on all assigned projects.
- Collaborated with other supervisors to coordinate resources and manpower for complex projects, ensuring timely completion.
- Ensured adherence to industry regulations and company policies, maintaining a safe working environment at all times.
- Managed budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple concurrent projects to ensure successful delivery.
- Established clear communication channels among team members, leading to better collaboration and problem-solving capabilities.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
Education
Boilermaker Apprenticeship
High School Diploma -
Midland High School
Midland, TX06-1992
Skills
- Asset management
- Work order management
- Work order preparation
- Maintenance strategies
- Schedule management
- Scheduling techniques
- Cost estimation
- Safety monitoring
- Materials coordination
- Maintenance planning
- Safety compliance
- Word processing
- Decision-making
- OSHA compliance
- Dependable and consistent
- Assignment delegation
- Team collaboration
- Professional communication
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Outside contractor oversight
- Skilled maintenance and repair
- Schedule preparation
- Work estimation
- Worker training
- Resource allocation
- Hazard monitoring and management
- Personnel management
- Performance evaluations
- Work area inspection
- Standards conformance
- Construction methods
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Maintenance Planner
BP America
02.2021 - 04.2025
Job Representative /Construction Team Leader
BP America
01.2009 - 04.2025
Material Control Coordinator
Citgo Refinery
03.2006 - 12.2008
Boilermaker Supervisor
REPCON
02.1998 - 03.2006
Boilermaker Apprenticeship
High School Diploma -
Midland High School
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