Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
HONORS & AWARDS
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Jonathan Steptoe

Chicago,Il

Summary

The main objective is to use the skills acquired over time: teamwork, leadership, and knowledge to help make the company as successful as possible, while ensuring to keep a safe and neat work area. Enthusiastic individual experienced in resolving conflicts and issues with exceptional skill and poise. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise ensuring projects meet safety regulations, policies and procedures. Take pride myself with being consistent in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Dedicated team player committed to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Pursuing role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Foreman I

BNSF Railway
03.2014 - Current

Roles held

Mechanical Foreman I: 2014 March – 2019 August

Leadership Council Member: 2018 September – 2020 September

Hazmat Responder: 2018 October – Present

Mechanical Foreman II: 2019 August – 2021 March

Assistant General Foreman: 2021 March – 2023 July

General Foreman I: 2023 July – Present

  • Perform all duties of a Locomotive GFI:
  • Ensure repairs to locomotives at outlining points are expedited and returned to service
  • Ensure work performed is done safely and in compliance with BNSF’s rules
  • Schedule maintenance workloads for the Fort Worth Complex
  • Ensure proper housekeeping is performed throughout the shift(s)
  • Manage Locomotive and Car TCMax programs
  • Implement ADP Process at Fort Worth Location
  • Manage Locomotive Non-Plated and Plated vehicle assets
  • Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing team of skilled workers.
  • Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
  • Optimized resource allocation for increased productivity by closely monitoring project progress and adjusting schedules as needed.
  • Mentored junior team members in the development of their skills, providing guidance and support that facilitated career advancement opportunities.
  • Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks at locations within my oversight.

Motor Transport Maintenance Chief

United States Marine Corps
07.2004 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for junior technicians, increasing overall team proficiency in motor transport maintenance.
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards through meticulous inspection and diligent enforcement of protocols.
  • Collaborated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of critical parts and supplies, minimizing delays in repairs.
  • Led a team of mechanics in diagnosing complex mechanical issues, determining root causes, and developing effective repair solutions.
  • Combat experienced diesel mechanic with a variety of maintenance skills in multiple areas
  • Responsible for insuring all junior marines are properly trained and within military requirements: physically, appearance, etc...Responsible for 16 diesel technicians, while properly running a Motor Transport shop with the title of Maintenance Chief
  • Parts Room NCO - In charge of over 100 million dollars in parts while overseas
  • Layettes NCO - Keep track of all trucks awaiting maintenance and their parts
  • Quality Control NCO - Check to insure maintenance performed on trucks were properly and safely completed
  • Tool Room NCO - Keep track of tools going out
  • Supervise junior Marines
  • Diagnose, repair, and inspect major and minor components of diesel engines Injection pumps Fuel pumps Starter/Flywheels Transfer cases Fuel, Exhaust, and Electrical Systems Suspension Systems Cooling Systems Transmissions Starting and Ignition System Brake Systems(Air and Hydraulic) etc.....
  • Improved vehicle maintenance efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.
  • Managed the repair of over 100 motor transport vehicles, ensuring timely completion and minimal downtime for fleet operations.

Diesel Technician

Apple Bus Company
07.2013 - 03.2014
  • Perform all the duties of a technician and all duties of a shop foreman
  • Perform repairs and PM'S on all buses, work trucks, and safety vans
  • (Performs all the duties of a Tech I)
  • Transmission (Allison and Ford)
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Safety Inspections
  • Suspension
  • Fuel and Electrical Systems
  • Cooling System
  • Exhaust System
  • Engines (Caterpillar, Detroit Diesel, International, Freightliner, and Ford)

Duties of a shop foreman

  • Initial shop set up
  • Vendor setup
  • Order parts
  • Set-up daily shop workload
  • Supervise technician helpers
  • Manage a monthly shop budget
  • Improved overall vehicle performance by conducting comprehensive diesel engine diagnostics and repairs.
  • Reduced vehicle downtime by implementing efficient preventive maintenance procedures for diesel engines.

Diesel Technician

R &L Carriers
01.2013 - 08.2013
  • Automotive and Repair Services
  • Perform repairs and PM'S on all tractor, trailers, forklifts, work trucks, and all equipment on hand
  • Transmission
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Safety Inspections
  • Suspension
  • Fuel and Electrical Systems
  • Cooling System
  • Exhaust System
  • Engines (Cummins, Detroit Diesel, International, ISX, Max Force)
  • Improved overall vehicle performance by conducting comprehensive diesel engine diagnostics and repairs.
  • Reduced vehicle downtime by implementing efficient preventive maintenance procedures for diesel engines.

Tech II

Durham School Services
05.2011 - 07.2013
  • Automotive and Repair Services
  • Perform repairs and PM'S on all buses, work trucks, and safety vans
  • (Performs all the duties of a Tech I)
  • Transmission (Allison and ford)
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Safety Inspections
  • Suspension
  • Fuel and Electrical Systems
  • Cooling System
  • Exhaust System
  • Engines (Caterpillar ,Detroit Diesel, International ,Freightliner ,and Ford)

Tech II

Sears Auto Center
11.2008 - 05.2011
  • Automotive Sales and Repair Services
  • Conduct automotive repairs, inspections, and diagnosis on diesel and gasoline engine vehicles all in a safe manner.
  • Enhanced equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
  • Reduced downtime for machines through proactive identification and resolution of technical issues.
  • Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and improving technician training programs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.

•Alignments
•Preventive Maintenance
•Tune - ups
•Suspension
•Fuel and Electrical Systems
•Cooling System
•Exhaust System


Parts Sales Manager

AutoZone
08.2006 - 09.2008
  • Automotive and Parts Mfg
  • Supervised between 1 - 6 coworkers daily while always maintaining a professional attitude and appearance
  • Supervise others
  • Operate a computer
  • Operate a cash register
  • Assist customers
  • Complete and organize opening and closing paperwork
  • Accurately count safe and registers
  • Inventory parts on hand
  • Increased parts sales by developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
  • Streamlined inventory management for enhanced efficiency in ordering and tracking parts.
  • Led a team of sales associates to consistently surpass monthly sales goals.

Assistant Manager II

Advance Auto Parts, Inc
05.2006 - 08.2006
  • Supervise other and insure inventory is accurate
  • Scan outs
  • Planograms
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Marion Abramson Sr High School
New Orleans, LA
05.2004

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA

Skills

  • Quality Control Standards
  • Daily Planning
  • Safety Oversight
  • Company Safety Procedures
  • Leading Teams
  • Strategic Planning
  • Replacement and Repair Work
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Onboarding and Coaching
  • Crew Safety Meetings
  • Safety Protocols
  • Dedicated Work Ethic

Certification

CERTIFICATION

CDL (class B) with air brakes

  • Endorsement(s): P

A/C Certification

HONORS & AWARDS

  

•Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

•Navy and Marine Corps Unit Citation
•Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal
•National Defense Service Medal
•War on Terrorism Service Medal
•Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
•Armed Forces Reserve Medal
•Iraq Campaign Medal 


Secret Security Clearance

July 2004 - Present. USMC

Timeline

General Foreman I

BNSF Railway
03.2014 - Current

Diesel Technician

Apple Bus Company
07.2013 - 03.2014

Diesel Technician

R &L Carriers
01.2013 - 08.2013

Tech II

Durham School Services
05.2011 - 07.2013

Tech II

Sears Auto Center
11.2008 - 05.2011

Parts Sales Manager

AutoZone
08.2006 - 09.2008

Assistant Manager II

Advance Auto Parts, Inc
05.2006 - 08.2006

Motor Transport Maintenance Chief

United States Marine Corps
07.2004 - Current

High School Diploma -

Marion Abramson Sr High School

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Southern University And A & M College
Jonathan Steptoe