Val Dennis
Maintanence Mechanic
Sheboygan,WI
Summary
Reliable Maintenance Supervisor offering 20+ years of experience overseeing maintenance and janitorial team tasks. Hardworking and diligent in developing and enforcing adherence to maintenance schedules. Committed to reducing risks and promoting workplace safety through improved safety training. Seasoned Maintenance Tech bringing demonstrated safety management and performance optimization skills gained during experience in structured settings. Deliver in-depth training and mentoring to help each improve abilities and advance work quality. Dependable, hardworking and level-headed in addressing diverse problems. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level maintenance technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hydraulic Technician
Alpha Hydraulic Services
Green Bay, WI
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders on different pieces of equipment.
- Installed new parts and components such as lines, pipes and bracing.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to maximize life of equipment and improve performance.
- Diagnosed problems with machinery by inspecting components, observing operations and running computer diagnostics.
- Operated welding and cutting equipment with strong safety skills and high-quality results.
- Saved money by reworking parts suitable for refurbishment.
Hydraulic Technician
Hydraulic Services; Inc
Green Bay, WI
04.2005 - 03.2018
- Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
- Diagnosed problems with machinery by inspecting components, observing operations and running computer diagnostics.
- Operated welding and cutting equipment with strong safety skills and high-quality results.
- Saved money by reworking parts suitable for refurbishment.
- Measured distances precisely to repair and install parts within strict tolerances.
- Managed maintenance recordkeeping, consistently documenting repair actions to support effective preventive strategies.
- Installed new parts and components such as lines, pipes and bracing.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to maximize life of equipment and improve performance.
- Fabricated and assembled parts to complete skilled maintenance and repair work on equipment.
Forklift Technician
Yale Materials Handling - Green Bay
Green Bay, WI
11.2000 - 03.2005
- Troubleshot and diagnosed systems and components of different forklift models.
- Completed repairs and maintenance procedures for forklift, pallet jacks and man lifts.
- Used specialty hand tools, power tools, gauges and equipment on daily basis.
- Replaced transmissions, engines and power steering parts with little supervision.
- Read and interpreted mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems schematics and applied knowledge with each job.
- Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.
- Collaborated with team of technicians to complete projects and meet deadlines.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals for troubleshooting and repair purposes.
- Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Repaired machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
Hydraulic Technician
Hydraulic Services;Inc
Green Bay, WI
02.1999 - 11.2000
- Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
- Diagnosed problems with machinery by inspecting components, observing operations and running computer diagnostics.
- Operated welding and cutting equipment with strong safety skills and high-quality results.
- Saved money by reworking parts suitable for refurbishment.
- Measured distances precisely to repair and install parts within strict tolerances.
- Managed maintenance recordkeeping, consistently documenting repair actions to support effective preventive strategies.
- Installed new parts and components such as lines, pipes and bracing.
- Maintained tools in good working order to minimize repair delays and provide top-notch service to each customer.
- Undertook new tasks or projects to meet business needs or requirements.
- Executed and reported status of assigned tasks to other departments to foster dialogue and communication.
- Recommended and made improvements to hydraulic systems.
- Generated reports for management to outline project status or issues.
Maintenance Supervisor
United States Navy, Engineman
World Wide
12.1977 - 11.1998
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Supervised 26 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Tracked and progressed maintenance requests in CMMS systems to meet schedules.
- Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Monitored systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to military standards.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 26 employees.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
Education
No Degree - Helicopter Landing Assistance Hydraulic/electronic
US Navy
San Diego, CANo Degree - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
United States Navy
San Diego, CASkills
Product improvement
undefinedCertification
EPA Refrigerant handler
Work Availability
monday
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Quote
I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.
Thomas Jefferson
Timeline
Hydraulic Technician
Alpha Hydraulic Services
03.2019 - 10.2020
Hydraulic Technician
Hydraulic Services; Inc
04.2005 - 03.2018
Forklift Technician
Yale Materials Handling - Green Bay
11.2000 - 03.2005
Hydraulic Technician
Hydraulic Services;Inc
02.1999 - 11.2000
EPA Refrigerant handler
02-1998
Maintenance Supervisor
United States Navy, Engineman
12.1977 - 11.1998
No Degree - Helicopter Landing Assistance Hydraulic/electronic
US Navy
No Degree - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
United States Navy
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