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Antonio James

East Lansing,MI

Summary

As a Licensed Lending Officer of 6 years, I've funded over 62 million dollars for nearly 280 residential homeowners, across 15 states, since 2020 (NMLS:2005058)(nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

As a sworn Police Officer of 4 years, I was a community team policing leader; community oriented and results driven. I spearheaded collaboration with MSU's Residential Education and Hospitality Services to refurnish our seven community policing offices throughout MSU's campus.

As a Professional Athlete of 2 years and Coach of 5 years, I bring Elite-level coaching, leadership, and a team cultivation attitude/atmosphere. I'm dedicated to team, player and program success.

As a Maintenance Technician and Supervisor of 11 years, supervising staff of the largest private residential portfolio in East Lansing (over 450 properties), I'm skilled in performing diverse residential maintenance and repair duties, including; appliance repairs, HVAC maintenance/repair, plumbing and electrical maintenance/repairs. I have a proven leadership ability to work collaboratively within teams to meet dynamic operational demands.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Peak Made Real-Estate
12.2023 - Current
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.

City and Fire Safety Maintenance Supervisor

Campus Community Mangement
02.2025 - 07.2025
  • Maintained a portfolio of 450+ rental properties throughout East Lansing
  • Supervised a team of 7-10 technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.

Maintenance Technician

Edward Rose & Sons
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.

Associate

Lowe's Home Improvement
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles, including water heaters, generators, lawn mowers, toilets, vanities, power tools, lumber, and outdoor furniture
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 400 pounds.
  • Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.

Licensed Lending Officer

VanDyk Mortgage
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
  • Supervised loan personnel and motivated to maintain customer service and performance standards.
  • Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
  • Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
  • Assisted clients with improving financial health by counseling on issues such as excessive spending and borrowing.
  • Established plans and payoffs for customers' loans, prioritizing control of overall costs.
  • Monitored pipelines to track and log status of loans.
  • Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.

Licensed Lending Officer

LoanDepot
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Monitored pipelines to track and log status of loans.
  • Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
  • Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
  • Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
  • Supervised loan personnel and motivated to maintain customer service and performance standards.
  • Developed prospects for new loans by conducting 600-700 cold calls weekly.
  • Assisted clients with improving financial health by counseling on issues such as excessive spending and borrowing.
  • Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
  • Established plans and payoffs for customers' loans, prioritizing control of overall costs.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

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Police Officer

Michigan State University Police Department
08.2015 - 07.2020
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws
  • Coordinated swift, tactical responses to criminal issues such as suicides, larcenies, home invasions, frauds, and accidents
  • Removed disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area

Assistant Coach

Olivet College Track and Field
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Oversaw rigorous practice sessions to enhance individual skills and team gameplay
  • Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition
  • Maximized athlete performance by overseeing targeted physical conditioning programs
  • Collaborated with individual team members to devise personalized exercise plans focused on specific areas for improvement
  • Improved player health by optimizing nutritional plans and recommending enhanced life choices
  • Organized players' nights and other special events to promote sports program and cultivate positive relations with players, families and local community members

Narrator & Broadcaster

MSU Athletic Communications Department
08.2013 - 08.2018
  • Narrator for 'Spartan Vision' video promotions for Michigan State University
  • Delivered high-quality reporting, commentary, and analysis within on-air and off-air environments, communicating with audiences across diverse channels
  • Programs include; Women's Basketball, Men's Hockey, Men's Basketball, Men's Football, Women's Volleyball & Men's Baseball
  • Promotions also cover/recognize sponsors, and donors, of Michigan State University, including Jackson, Buick, Michigan State Federal Credit Union, Auto Owners Insurance, and Quicken Loans

Professional Athlete

Velaasa
05.2015 - 09.2017
  • Professional discus thrower for Velaasa Track Club
  • Trained extensively and followed a strict diet leading up to national-level fitness competitions
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
  • Maintained comprehensive records of program documentation
  • Represented and endorsed the Velaasa brand

Level 3 Facilities Supervisor

MSU Residence Education and Housing Services
08.2012 - 07.2015
  • Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and bay cleaning
  • Provided guidance for janitorial staff and event plans.
  • Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.

Education

96th Mid-Michigan Police Academy - Michigan Commission On Law Enforcement Standards

Lansing Community College
Lansing
12-2015

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05-2015

High School Diploma -

Romulus Senior High School
Romulus, MI
07-2010

Skills

  • Leader
  • Effective Communicator
  • Personable and Friendly
  • Competitive
  • Decision-Maker
  • Team Player
  • Product and Service Sales Professional
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Multiple Priorities Management

Accomplishments

  • Voted Top 3 Customer Satisfaction (loanDepot, Q1 2022)
  • Top ECR LLO (loanDepot, Q1 2022)
  • Community Team Policing Leader (MSU DPPS, Team 2) (2019)
  • Citation Award Winner (MSU DPPS) (2019)
  • Exemplary Recruit Award Recipient (96th Mid-Michigan Police Academy, 2015)
  • Voted Lieutenant and Captain of the 96th Mid-Michigan Police Academy (2015)
  • MSU Multicultural Program Founder, President, and Academic Excellence Gala Award Recipient (2013-2015) (now MSU Diversity and Leadership Program)
  • Lowe's Leadership Award Recipient (2022)
  • MSU Track and Field Captain (2012-2015)
  • BigTen Sportsmanship Award Recipient (2015)
  • 1 of 2 of MSU's Student-Athlete Representatives for the (then) Power 5 NIL autonomy structure vote held in Indianapolis (2015)
  • 3x BigTen Champion (2013, 2014, 2015)
  • 11x All-American Athlete (MSU) (2012-2015)

Certification

  • Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards Licensee (46955)
  • Mortgage Loan Originator License - Michigan (2005058) (2026)
  • Real Estate Salespersons License - Michigan (6501445918) (2026)
  • Residential Builder License - Michigan (242500311) (2028)

Timeline

City and Fire Safety Maintenance Supervisor

Campus Community Mangement
02.2025 - 07.2025

Maintenance Technician

Peak Made Real-Estate
12.2023 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Edward Rose & Sons
04.2023 - 12.2024

Associate

Lowe's Home Improvement
10.2022 - 04.2023

Licensed Lending Officer

VanDyk Mortgage
08.2022 - 04.2024

Licensed Lending Officer

LoanDepot
08.2020 - 08.2022

Assistant Coach

Olivet College Track and Field
08.2018 - 08.2020

Police Officer

Michigan State University Police Department
08.2015 - 07.2020

Professional Athlete

Velaasa
05.2015 - 09.2017

Narrator & Broadcaster

MSU Athletic Communications Department
08.2013 - 08.2018

Level 3 Facilities Supervisor

MSU Residence Education and Housing Services
08.2012 - 07.2015

96th Mid-Michigan Police Academy - Michigan Commission On Law Enforcement Standards

Lansing Community College

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Michigan State University

High School Diploma -

Romulus Senior High School
Antonio James
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