William Simmons
Chicago
Summary
Maintenance Technician with over 15 years of extensive expertise in equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance. Demonstrates a visionary approach to enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction through innovative problem-solving and effective resource management. Committed to fostering a collaborative team environment, leveraging mechanical abilities and customer relationship management to drive superior outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Technician
Park District of Oak Park
03.2023 - 11.2025
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues, enhancing client satisfaction and reducing downtime.
- Trained and mentor junior technicians, fostering a skilled and proactive environment.
- Maintained detailed records, enabling efficient tracking of recurring and proactive resolutions.
- Managed diverse projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget and safety codes.
- Cultivated client relationships, leading to increased repeat business and customer satisfaction.
- Replaced faulty and outdated system modules and performed preventive maintenance to insure smooth operations.
Contractor
Real Restoration
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Preform specified construction work in accordance with architects plans, blueprints, code, or other specification.
- Estimated cost of material, labor and use of equipment required to fulfill provisions of contract.
- Structured and maintained integrity of residential and commercial properties.
- Trained team members in best practices, improving efficiency and reducing workplace incidents.
- Coordinated resources and materials, preventing project delays and optimizing operational flow.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, achieving seamless project execution and superior results.
Tower Climber
TSC Tower Specialist
03.2017 - 01.2020
- Ensured optimal tower functionality through precise troubleshooting and repairs.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance for tower climbing tasks.
- Boosted team productivity by fostering communication and promptly addressing concerns.
- Excavated 100ft plus trenches to instill fiber optic cables for cell tower integration.
- Managed inventory effectively to optimize resource allocation for tower operations.
- Climb cell towers efficiently contributing to successful installation of communication equipment adhering to strict guide lines.
Demolition/Laborer
Johnny King Hauling
06.2010 - 06.2016
- Ensured site safety by adhering to OSHA standards, minimizing accidents and enhancing work efficiency.
- Operated power tools and machinery to expedite material handling and streamline project timelines.
- Identified and mitigated potential hazards, significantly reducing risk and ensuring a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with team to maintain clean, organized job sites, promoting safety and operational efficiency.
- Utilized various tools to complete tasks, enhancing project quality and contributing to team success.
- Dismantled, decommissioned outdated structures and apparatus
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical engineering
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL, US05.2012
Skills
- Installation
- Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Customer Service
- Mechanical abilities
- Problem Resolution
- Hand tool knowledge
- Power tool proficiency
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Diagnostic Testing
- System Installation
- Equipment Inspection
- Time tracking
- Operating Test Equipment
- Installation and repair
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
Certification
CDL Class A
CPR & AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
Timeline
Service Technician
Park District of Oak Park
03.2023 - 11.2025
Contractor
Real Restoration
01.2020 - 02.2023
Tower Climber
TSC Tower Specialist
03.2017 - 01.2020
Demolition/Laborer
Johnny King Hauling
06.2010 - 06.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical engineering
Northern Illinois University