Brandon Blake
odell
Summary
Results-driven Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Beatrice Sand & Gravel, excelling in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to reduce downtime through effective problem-solving and collaboration. Skilled in operating hand and power tools, ensuring safety, and enhancing productivity in fast-paced environments. Strong communicator with a focus on operational efficiency.
Experienced with coordinating and managing dispatch operations. Utilizes strong organizational skills and strategic planning to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. Track record of effective communication and problem-solving, ensuring timely and reliable service delivery.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Beatrice Sand & Gravel
03.2015 - Current
- Performed routine inspections on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and extend machinery lifespan.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repair solutions.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes and enhance productivity.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
Dispatch Manager and Driver
Nebraska Refrigerated Carriers LLC
07.2007 - 03.2015
- Managed daily scheduling and routing of shipments to optimize fleet utilization.
- Coordinated communication between drivers and clients to resolve issues promptly.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local vendors to enhance service reliability and capacity.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to industry standards in logistics operations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing issues promptly and providing accurate delivery updates.
- Reported to management operational activities and maintained current records.
- Mentored new hires in navigating the complexities of the Dispatch Manager role.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts that benefited both parties in terms of cost savings and reliability.
- Oversaw maintenance scheduling for fleet, ensuring vehicles were in optimal condition.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
Education
General Studies
Central Community College
Grand Island, NESkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Parts replacement
- Dispatch software
- Problem-solving
- Schedule management
- Route planning
- Customer relationship management
- Equipment operations
- Loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- General labor
- Bulldozer operation
- Crane operation
- Parts welding
- CDL license
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Beatrice Sand & Gravel
03.2015 - Current
Dispatch Manager and Driver
Nebraska Refrigerated Carriers LLC
07.2007 - 03.2015
General Studies
Central Community College