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Timothy Rippy

Scottsville,KY

Summary

Reliable RV technician bringing expertise and stamina necessary to tackle any task. Effective at working with customers to understand and meet needs, as well as conduct thorough inspections and prepare proper paperwork. Ready to offer 10 years of experience in the RV industry and 15 years in the mobile home industry and pursue growth-oriented position.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

RV Service Technician

Camping World
10.2018 - Current
  • Communicated with customers, manufacturer representatives and company superiors to resolve recreational vehicle system and equipment problems.
  • Demonstrated extensive familiarity with electromechanical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Installed newly purchased equipment in recreational vehicles.
  • Notified supervisor of factors that could delay work completion.
  • Interpreted equipment installation and electrical wiring diagrams and obtained materials necessary for project completion.
  • Performed preventive maintenance work on all types of RV
  • Diagnosed and repaired issues from customer problems and problems found on internal units
  • Completed thorough inspections of trailers and campers to evaluate maintenance concerns and determine areas in need of repair.
  • Repaired plumbing or propane gas lines using caulking compounds and plastic or copper pipe.
  • Located and repaired frayed wiring, broken connections or incorrect wiring using ohmmeters or hand tools.
  • Repaired major rv compents such as roof replacement,repair rotten floors and all slide issues

RV Technician/Service Manager

Candys Campers
05.2014 - 10.2018
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Monitored service staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Maintained team productivity and quality of service by establishing and maintaining clear benchmarks.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Advanced Electrical and QC

Halton Company
01.2004 - 05.2014

Wired and install plc and programming

Wired and installed motor controls

Quality checked multiple departments

Training Specialist

Dollar General Distribution Center
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet requirements.
  • Trained and mentored [Number] new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Documented participation and evaluated learning for each participant.
  • Assisted in analyzing and assessing training and development needs for organizations, departments and individuals.

Cabinet Shop, Interior Finish

Fleetwood Mobile Homes
04.1986 - 01.2000
  • Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
  • Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
  • Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
  • Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
  • Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury.
  • Assembled cabinet components using glue and mechanical fasteners to create strong, durable products.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southern Ky Technical College
Bowling Green, KY

Skills

  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Roofing Replacement
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Travel Trailer Experience
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Hydraulic Motors
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Water Heaters
  • Replacement and Repair Work
  • New Installations
  • Shop Management
  • Lift Trucks
  • Technical Documentation

Timeline

RV Service Technician

Camping World
10.2018 - Current

RV Technician/Service Manager

Candys Campers
05.2014 - 10.2018

Advanced Electrical and QC

Halton Company
01.2004 - 05.2014

Training Specialist

Dollar General Distribution Center
01.2000 - 01.2004

Cabinet Shop, Interior Finish

Fleetwood Mobile Homes
04.1986 - 01.2000

High School Diploma -

Southern Ky Technical College
Timothy Rippy