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Michael Brown

Franklin

Summary

Professional with strong background in customer interactions and service solutions for over 25 years in multiple fields. Highly skilled in conflict resolution, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results through efficient and empathetic service. Known for reliability and proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Service Representative/ Fitter

Indiana American Water
11.2019 - Current

Communicating with customers with concerns or questions about their water service and answer questions about water bills and complaints. Take water samples, overseeing the installation and inspecting new water lines for new construction of buildings and neighborhoods and capital projects. Using forklift to unload deliveries of supplies and moving stock around storage area. keeping vehicles, tools and work areas clean. Keeping maps up to date using ArcGis GPS to pinpoint water mains, hydrants, fittings and valves.

Customer Service Representative

West Virginia American Water
12.2013 - 11.2019
  • Changing water meters,Using forklift to unload deliveries of supplies and moving stock around storage area. keeping vehicles, tools and work areas clean. Handled customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner. Responded to calls after hours for emergencies

Water Distribution Operator

City of Ashland
09.2001 - 12.2013
  • Installed and repaired water lines, fire hydrants and meter services. changed and installed water meters. Responded quickly to emergency situations involving the water supply system. Collaborated with other departments such as engineering and operations when needed. Resolved customer complaints regarding water quality issues efficiently and professionally. Interpreted laboratory results from water samples taken during routine monitoring activities to determine appropriate corrective actions. Maintained tanks, filter beds and other work areas, using hand tools, and power tools. Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Customer Service Specialist

Lowe’s
05.2000 - 09.2001
  • Operated propane and electric forklift and lifts to load and stock merchandise. Help customers find and load merchandise. Stay familiar with floor plan of store to retain knowledge of all product locations. Help contractors purchase and fulfill large orders. Maintained knowledge of products to provide helpful suggestions and recommendations to customers.

Painter and Prep

All Pro Auto Collision
05.1998 - 09.1999

Prepared surfaces by sanding, priming, and cleaning for optimal paint adhesion.Conducted quality inspections to identify defects and ensure compliance with industry standards.Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and reduce rework on painting projects.Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.

Education

Auto Collision Repair -

Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH
08-1999

Machinist Technology - undefined

Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH
05-1997

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Welding experience
  • Vehicle reassembly
  • Welding techniques
  • Vehicle preparation and painting
  • Touch-up painting
  • Forklift operation
  • GIS mapping experience
  • Pipe installation expertise
  • Water treatment
  • Leak detection

Certification

DSL water license

Timeline

Field Service Representative/ Fitter

Indiana American Water
11.2019 - Current

Customer Service Representative

West Virginia American Water
12.2013 - 11.2019

Water Distribution Operator

City of Ashland
09.2001 - 12.2013

Customer Service Specialist

Lowe’s
05.2000 - 09.2001

Painter and Prep

All Pro Auto Collision
05.1998 - 09.1999

Machinist Technology - undefined

Collins Career Center

Auto Collision Repair -

Collins Career Center
Michael Brown