ANTONIO THAMES
Summary
Accomplished Maintenance Manager with over fifteen years of experience in enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity. Demonstrated expertise in HVAC maintenance, system testing, and achieving performance benchmarks. Skilled in ensuring safety compliance and managing equipment while promoting employee development, resulting in significant enhancements in maintenance operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Virginia Railway Express
Alexandria
01.2026 - Current
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for various facility systems.
- Conducted inspections to verify safety standard compliance, enhancing facility safety.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported issues to management promptly.
- Executed purchase orders for supplies and equipment, ensuring timely availability for maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in snow removal, contributing to safe access and operations during winter conditions.
Maintenance Manager
Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Alexandria
04.2024 - 01.2026
- Oversaw maintenance operations across a portfolio of properties, providing leadership and guidance to regional maintenance and property managers to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Provides mentorship and training to Maintenance Supervisors and Technicians, fostering skill development and operational excellence.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, OSHA standards, and company policies.
- Accountable for recruiting and hiring personnel as needed to meet organizational requirements.
- Collaborates with senior leadership within the assigned division to formulate strategic action plans for maintenance operations.
- Managed recruitment and hiring processes to fulfill staffing needs.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to develop strategic action plans that align maintenance operations with organizational goals.
- Monitored industry trends and market developments to identify and implement opportunities for innovation in maintenance operations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Greystar Property Management
Washington
09.2019 - 04.2024
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Monitored and evaluated personnel performance in maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching to enhance team effectiveness.
- Conducted regular inspections of all equipment in the facility to identify any potential problems before they became serious issues.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and prioritized job completion to streamline maintenance operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of facility equipment to identify potential problems, preventing serious issues and ensuring operational continuity.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for the completion of jobs.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Ensured that safety regulations are followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
Bozzuto Management Company
Alexandria
07.2015 - 09.2019
- Performed preventive maintenance activities on building systems and equipment
- Monitored, inspected, and tested mechanical systems to diagnose problems
- Assisted in the coordination of all repairs and maintenance services
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during all maintenance tasks
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians regarding repair procedures
- Tracked inventory levels for parts and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance projects
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain necessary materials for repairs or replacements
- Evaluated existing processes and procedures related to building operations and offered suggestions for improvement
Maintenance Technician
William C. Smith
Washington
09.2011 - 07.2015
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on apartment buildings, such as painting, plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and HVAC systems
- Inspected apartments for safety hazards and took corrective action.
- Repaired broken windows, doors, walls, and other fixtures in an efficient manner
- Coordinated with building owners to address tenant maintenance requests, enhancing tenant satisfaction
- Maintained records of all maintenance activities to ensure accountability
- Coordinated with building owners regarding tenant requests for maintenance services
- Repaired broken windows, doors, walls, and fixtures promptly to maintain building integrity
- Assisted with the installation of locks and security systems in the apartments
Education
OSHA Certification -
Mid Atlantic OTI Educational Center
Alexandria, VAHVAC Certification - Universal
Central Wholesalers / ESCO Institute
Beltsville, MDLead & Dust Swipe Technician Certification -
Environmental Protection Certification Company
Baltimore, MDElectrician Apprenticeship Program -
IEC Chesapeake Apprenticeship & Training
Odenton, MDHigh School Diploma -
Calvin Coolidge High School
Washington, DCSkills
- HVAC Maintenance and Repair
- Effective System Testing Techniques
- Plumbing System Maintenance
- Equipment Handling Expertise
- Operational Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Work Order Management
- Electrical Diagnostics
- Inventory Management
- Safety Compliance Procedures
- Equipment Preventive Maintenance
- Team Management
- Troubleshooting
- Emergency Preparedness
- Component Management
- Training and Development
- Employee Performance Evaluation
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Virginia Railway Express
01.2026 - Current
Maintenance Manager
Alexandria Redevelopment & Housing Authority
04.2024 - 01.2026
Maintenance Supervisor
Greystar Property Management
09.2019 - 04.2024
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
Bozzuto Management Company
07.2015 - 09.2019
Maintenance Technician
William C. Smith
09.2011 - 07.2015
OSHA Certification -
Mid Atlantic OTI Educational Center
HVAC Certification - Universal
Central Wholesalers / ESCO Institute
Lead & Dust Swipe Technician Certification -
Environmental Protection Certification Company
Electrician Apprenticeship Program -
IEC Chesapeake Apprenticeship & Training
High School Diploma -
Calvin Coolidge High School