Talented Shop foreman known for being well-rounded and personable. Committed to business initiatives and goals. Pursuing a new role where an understanding of the aviation industry will be widely appreciated.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Manager at Boeing
Alvest Equipment Services
Everett, WA
08.2018 - Current
Monitored, coached and supervised team of 9 employees, working to promote team environment to insure smooth transitions when working on large projects
Team Provides maintenance to over 300 different types of ground support equipment also service and support 6 unique ground support equipment.
Maintained UGSE and GSE equipment, tools and machinery in good working order by completing quality checks of equipment and reviewing work performed by technicians met standards for performance such as cleanliness of equipment after work performed
Developed training manual and on-the-job training programs for UGSE and GSE to insure technician maintain proficiency on less used equipment and to aid newly hired technicians
Maintained records for hydrant fuel truck for week ,month, quarterly and annual service, schedule filter changes on truck and testing of trucks
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through continual communication, worked to help staff deal with customers in professional manner
Responsible for KPI performance of maintenance team, to insure consistency to meet customers expectations for reliability and equipment up time.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns
Shop Foreman
MTR Western
Seattle, WA
08.2017 - Current
Trained staff on proper cleaning and all aspects of air conditioning maintenance and testing
Supervised 4 employees in repair shop
Disassembled engines and repaired or replaced defective parts
Maintained vehicle records by recording and filing all service and repairs
Managed and maintained necessary level of supplies in shop
Diagnosed computer and electrical failure with appropriate testing equipment
Interfaced with management and colleagues in professional manner
Completed routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns
Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors
Managed resources, materials, systems maintenance, regulatory compliance, schematics implementation and proper documentation of orders, operations, schedules and evaluations.
Shop Foreman
HAP Alaska Yukon
Fairbanks, USA
06.2014 - 08.2017
Responsible for mechanics daily work schedule Trains and assists Mechanics on methods for diagnosing and repairing vehicles and equipment. Staff bus wash crew, maintain employment files, keep employee training information current to maintain high performance in shop while maintaining 125 buses
Coordinates and/or transports vehicles to outside service for repairs as needed, keep in contact with other department on status of repair. maintain shop supply to keep work moving and avoid over stock, track warranty parts and core returns
Tests vehicles to troubleshoot problems and/or tests repairs to ensure proper and safe completion
Track parts and labor to keep in line with budget projections for month
Conducted routine and scheduled maintenance to shop building and grounds insure work area's are safe and well light for night time operations
Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors
Working with local vendor was able to lower inventory cost by using just in time process to limit excess stock for slow moving parts
Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills
Managed resources, materials, systems maintenance, regulatory compliance, schematics implementation and proper documentation of orders, operations, schedules and evaluations.
Travel to remote work sites for vehicles and facility's inspections
Shop Lead
MTR Western
Seattle, WA
12.2003 - 08.2014
Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects
Discussed repairs with staff and advocated for vehicle safety
Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations
Documented findings and all actions taken
Installed new systems and components in vehicles
Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions
Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles
Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs
Mechanic
Greyhound Bus Lines
Phoenix, USA, USA
12.1991 - 07.2002
Performed troubleshooting and repairs on air-conditioning and a/c change over from r-12 to r-134 , engine power Complaints
Inspect bus for safe operation check in computer system for any Service that may be due on bus and perform as needed
Route buses to hub shop for major repairs or body work
Open repair Orders in computer system and trouble tickets
Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues
Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor
Education
Diesel mechanics Study of Diesel Engines, - Diesel Engine Repair
Universal Tech Inst
Phoenix Arizona
1987
Skills
Inspection principles for quality control
Procedures development to insure on going training
Budgeting forecast to insure shop equipment was repaired and replaced as needed
Staff Management working to help staff maintain proficiency
Certification
Series 50 / 60 rebuild / Tune up Detroit Diesel Electronics,