Shop SupervisorAllied Valve Inc., Cannon Falls, MN- Supervise daily production and operations for a team of 15-25 technicians, ensuring efficient workflow and meeting deadlines- Coordinate scheduling for road jobs, training, and shop assignments- Maintain a fleet of trucks and equipment, ensuring readiness for technician deployments- Oversee valve repair and manufacturing processes, from teardown to final qualification, ensuring "like new" condition- Manage new valve builds and projects, meeting quality and customer requirements- Help facilitate ongoing technician education, training, and certification programs- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, adhering to company standards

*Job Title:* Master Valve Technician & Lead Technician*Summary:*Highly skilled and certified Master Valve Technician with experience leading teams of up to 15 technicians at customer locations across Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Proven track record of successfully managing crews to meet deadlines for plant outages and shutdowns. Possess advanced certifications in valve technology, including Level 3 GTC, MARC 2, and Valvescope.*Key Responsibilities:*- Led teams of 2-15 technicians at customer sites, ensuring efficient and effective execution of valve maintenance and repair projects- Coordinated and managed crews to meet tight deadlines for plant outages and shutdowns- Conducted advanced valve repairs, replacements, and maintenance tasks with precision and expertise- Applied knowledge of valve technology to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues- Mentored and trained junior technicians to enhance team performance and knowledge- Collaborated with customers to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality results- Demonstrated expertise in valve technology and team leadership*Certifications:*- Level 3 GTC Certified- MARC 2 Certified- Valvescope Certified

Railcar Mechanic, Shift Supervisor, & Assistant ManagerRescar Inc., Hastings, MN (December 2014 - January 2019)- Repaired and maintained tank cars, hopper cars, and box cars, including welding and leak checking- Assisted in the startup of a switching operation at Flint Hills Resources in Rosemount, MN- Held certifications in: - Welding - Leak checking - Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) - Valve technician for high-pressure and general-purpose tank cars- Transferred to Kingsport, TN in 2017 to work in the tank car repair shop at Eastman Chemical Company plant- Served as Shift Supervisor in Kingsport, TN- Transferred back to Hastings in 2018 and held dual roles: - Assistant Manager of the Hastings location - Lead Railcar Mechanic on-site for: - Flint Hills Resources in Rosemount, MN - Marathon Refinery in Saint Paul Park, MN- Oversaw daily operations, managed personnel, and ensured efficient and safe repairs on tank cars