Kenneth Blanks
Evington
Summary
Customer-focused Rental Technician with many years of experience renting optimum equipment in top operating condition. Mechanically astute team player with proven history as go-to person for equipment application, use, and maintenance. Driven to deliver maximum rental sales volume while offering superior customer service and perceptive insights.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Rental Technician
Carter machinery
Lynchburg
10.2022 - Current
- Inspected rental equipment for functionality and safety compliance.
- Prepared equipment for customer pick-up and return processes.
- Maintained accurate records of rental transactions and inventory levels.
- Operated various machinery, ensuring proper handling and care.
- Trained new staff on equipment maintenance and safety procedures.
- Outfitted customers with perfect rental equipment and accessories based on expressed needs, thoroughly documented transactions and inspected and helped load rental items.
- Performed diagnostic tests on rental equipment to identify and address any issues.
- Provided training to customers on proper use of rental equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on all rental machinery and tools.
- Analyzed rental equipment performance issues, delivered recommendations for resolution and estimated repair, replacement and installation costs according to problem diagnosis.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely arrival of necessary supplies and materials needed for rentals.
Third hand
WestRock
Lynchburg
04.2018 - 10.2022
- Operated machinery for efficient production of packaging materials.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and packaging standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Followed standard operating procedures to minimize waste during production.
- Participated in safety meetings to promote a culture of workplace safety.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used in services.
Pump Technician
Appomattox well drilling
Appomattox
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Installed and maintained various pump systems for residential and commercial clients.
- Diagnosed pump malfunctions and performed necessary repairs efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex system issues.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure optimal performance of pumps.
- Educated clients on proper pump operation and maintenance practices.
- Utilized specialized tools to service and replace pump components effectively.
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning and performance.
- Adjusted motor speed controls to regulate the flow rate of liquids through a pipeline or tank system.
- Troubleshot pump system issues and identified solutions to resolve them.
- Conducted visual inspections of pipes, tanks and other components in a pump system.
- Fabricated custom parts for special applications when needed.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using technical manuals, schematics and other diagnostic techniques.
- Cleaned filters, strainers, screens and other components of a pumping system.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts on pumps and related components.
Education
Cornerstone High School
Skills
- Equipment inspection
- Diagnostic testing
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Parts ordering
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Cleanliness standards
- Safety procedures
- Diagnostic skills
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment Repair
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Loss prevention
- Detail orientation
- Reliability
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Rental Technician
Carter machinery
10.2022 - Current
Third hand
WestRock
04.2018 - 10.2022
Pump Technician
Appomattox well drilling
01.2015 - 04.2018
Cornerstone High School