Travis Kindy
Gravette,AR
Summary
Reefer Technician with a proven track record at J. B. Hunt, enhancing trailer reliability through expert reefer unit repair and electrical troubleshooting. Mentored junior staff, elevating team skill levels while reducing downtime by implementing efficient maintenance strategies. Skilled in HVAC systems and committed to continuous professional development, ensuring peak operational performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Reefer Technician
J. B. Hunt
03.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior technicians, providing hands-on training and sharing valuable industry knowledge to support their professional growth.
- Reduced downtime for clients by providing efficient repair and maintenance services on reefer units.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring the availability of necessary tools and spare parts for timely repairs.
- Conducted quality control checks after each repair job to ensure proper functioning of all components before returning units back into service.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry trends, attending training sessions and workshops to continuously improve skillset as a Reefer Technician.
- Conducted electrical diagnostics and repairs on trailers, improving overall functionality and reliability.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements in trailer technology through regular training and professional development courses.
- Performed preventative maintenance on trailers to extend lifespan and reduce costly repairs in the future.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with best practices for trailer repair techniques.
- Enhanced trailer performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying maintenance needs.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Team Leader
Gates
08.2002 - 04.2023
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Siloam Springs High School
Siloam Springs, AR05.2001
Skills
- HVAC Systems Knowledge
- Piping installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Insulation Repair
- Equipment Inspection
- Welding proficiency
- Evaporator coil cleaning
- Fan motor servicing
- Condenser Maintenance
- Reefer Unit Repair
- Testing and repair
- Motor replacement
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Soldering
- Diagnostic Testing
- Parts Replacement
- Tire changing
- Repair work
- Electrical work
- Lubrication processes
- Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Parts cleaning
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Warehouse Operations
- General laborer
- Order Picking
- Materials Handling
- Heavy equipment operations
- Inventory staging
- Inventory Counts
- Inventory Control
- Equipment operation
- Warehouse Management
- First Aid Certified
- Vehicle Maintenance
Timeline
Reefer Technician
J. B. Hunt
03.2023 - Current
Team Leader
Gates
08.2002 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Siloam Springs High School
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