Steve Pfeiffer

Steve Pfeiffer

Bobcat Compact Equipment Sales & Field Service Technician

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Worker/ Relief Water Operator II

  • Education

    • FEMA

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      Classes include Introduction to Incident Command, Fundamentals of Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Leadership & Influence, Decision Making & Problem Solving, Effective Communication, Developing & Managing Volunteers, Introduction to the National Incident Management System, National Response Framework, An Introduction, Building Partnerships with Tribal Governments, An Introduction to Exercises

    • Midwest Fire Training Associates

      2023 -
      Competent Person for Excavations and Trenches

      8 hours of class and hands-on training to meet OSHA 1926.650 Subpart (P), 1926.651 and 1926.652.

    • OSHA

      2022 -
      10-Hour Construction Safety and Health
    • North Dakota State University

      1995 - 1999
      Construction Equipment Repair and Maintenance

      Courses Included: Basic Hydraulic Repair, Advanced Hydraulic Repairs, Basic Engine Electrical Repair.

    • Johnson County Community College

      1986 - 1988
      Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 4.0

      Activities and Societies: I served as a judge for Chrysler's National Automotive Troubleshooting Contest for the Mid-West Region. Earned 32 Credit Hours in the Following Classes: Intro to Auto Shop Practices 1&2, Auto Engines 1, Auto Alignment Brakes and Drivetrains, Auto Carburation and Diesel Fuel Injection, Introduction to Welding, Automotive Transmission and Transaxles, Auto Starting and Charging and Ignition Systems, Auto Air Conditioning, Lighting & Electrical Systems, Auto Service Management Service Techniques 1&2.

    • Baker University

      2017 - 2019
      Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA Business Administration and Management, General 4.0

      Activities and Societies: Magna cum laude

    • Baker University

      2019 - 2021
      Master of Business Administration - MBA Business Administration and Management, General 4.0

      Activities and Societies: Sigma Beta Delta, International Honor Society in Business, Management, and Administration

    • California State University-Sacramento

      2019 - 2021
      Office Of Water Programs

      Completed Courses Include: Water Treatment Plant Operation Volumes 1&2 (18 CEUs). Manage for Success: Effective Utility Leadership Practices (4.5 CEUs). Utility Management (2.0 CEUs). Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance (9 CEUs).

  • Experience

    • K.C. Bobcat

      Nov 1994 - Jan 2009
      Bobcat Compact Equipment Sales & Field Service Technician

      * Started as a technician in November of 1994.* Took numerous Bobcat service-related courses and also attended Bobcat service schools.* Promoted to "On Site" repair in 1996.* Worked directly with service customers getting their equipment repaired as efficiently possible.* Worked independently diagnosing problems and completing needed repairs.* Promoted to a newly created position as Product Support in 2000.* As product support I worked with both sales and service departments making sure the customer was satisfied with their experiences with the dealerships. * Promoted to Sales in 2005.* Working mechanical knowledge of Bobcat equipment and good customer care skills. Show less

    • Heritage Tractor

      Jan 2009 - Jun 2011
      Agriculture Technician/Service Writer

      * Assembled new agriculture equipment.* Repaired agriculture equipment.* Entered repair orders in computers.* Assigned repair orders to technicians. * Acted as the liaison between the technician and the consumer on needed repairs.* Tracked technicians time for billing purposes. * Fill in for heavy haul driver as needed.* Filed warranty claims with the John Deere Company.

    • Baker University

      Jun 2011 - Jan 2018
      Athletic Grounds Coordinator, General Campus, Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance

      * Responsible for upkeep of all outdoor athletic facilities.* Worked closely with coaches and the athletic department to ensure all facilities were prepared for games and other venue uses.* Performed general maintenance and repairs on university vehicles and equipment.* Developed a fertilizer and weed control program for the athletic and main campus grounds.* Worked as the liaison between university staff, the public and EMS prior, during and through events conclusion.* Working knowledge of irrigation systems and repair of irrigation systems.* Worked as the university plumber when needed. Show less

    • City of Ottawa, Kansas

      Jan 2018 - now
      Water Treatment Maintenance Tech/ Relief Water Operator II

      * Communicates by phone and in person with the public and other city employees.* Distinguishes color changes, reads small gauges and tests equipment accurately.* Operates water treatment plant when operators are unable to work their shifts.* Maintains written records of all maintenance performed on plant equipment.* Checks and lubricates all pump motors and valves.* Tighten and replace belts and chains as needed.* Determine electrical and mechanical failures to equipment and make needed repairs.* Maintain tools and maintenance equipment to be ready when needed.* Replace pumps, motors, belts, valve bearings and gearboxes as needed.* Assist operators in getting water samples and running water quality tests.* Perform general building and grounds maintenance work. * Work with the plant superintendent on water treatment process problems.* Work with treatment plant team to always look for ways to improve the treatment process.* Work with new and innovative tools to help me be more productive.* Class IV KDHE Water Operator Certification Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Drinking Water Operator Class IV Certification

      KDHE
      May 2022
    • Certified Backflow Prevention & Cross Connection Control Device Inspector and Repair

      Kansas Rural Water Association
      Nov 2019
    • Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO)

      National Swimming Pool Foundation
      May 2018
    • Class A Commercial Driver's License, with Interstate State Health Card

      State of Kansas
      May 2004
    • Certified Truckers Against Trafficking

      Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU)
      Apr 2018
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Steve Pfeiffer
      Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Worker/ Water Operator City Of Ottawa Kansas Aug 2018 Letter of commendation from the City of Ottawa, KS, for innovative problem solving, resulting in an effective cost saving solution. This solution not only was a cost saver, but got an essential piece of equipment back into operation quickly.
    • Awarded to Steve Pfeiffer
      KC Bobcat Sales City of Olathe Fire Department May 2007 Awarded Outstanding Customer Service Award by the City of Olathe Fire Department, for procuring and providing logistics to help with the victims of the May 4, 2007, tornado which struck Greensburg, KS.
    • Awarded to Steve Pfeiffer
      KC Bobcat Equipment Sales KC Bobcat Service Manage Dec 2004 Technician with the highest efficiently rating in a twelve-month period.