Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Brian Pietrzak

AP Pest Control Buffalo New York
Cheektowaga,New York
1
Certification
35
years of professional experience

General Maintenance Mechanic with 19 years of facility support across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and backflow prevention within Amherst Central School District and industrial settings. Troubleshoots single- and three-phase power, repairs advanced HVAC systems, and completes equipment installations and daily work on schedule. Maintains maintenance databases, and preventative maintenance programs for safe buildings and equipment operations. Responds to supervisors and staff to ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws and safety regulations. Leads team in facility maintenance and operations. Assists Building and Grounds staff and activities.

Work History

General Maintenance Mechanic

18 Years 9 Months
Amherst Central School District | 11.2007 - Current
  • Ability to identify and resolve all issues and provide responses to all staff and supervisors
  • Work with single and three-phase power distribution.
  • Troubleshoot equipment problems using tools such as multi-meters and general hand-tools
  • Serviced equipment and systems in owned and leased facilities.
  • Regularly updated the maintenance database using computer workstations
  • Installed equipment and systems on time and on schedule
  • Repaired advanced HVAC systems, including handlers’ humidity control systems and duct sizing
  • Installed electrical data and fixtures
  • Completed basic electrical installations and repairs each day
  • Developed new equipment maintenance procedures to the facility director
  • Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on school facilities and equipment.
  • Troubleshot and repaired HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical issues efficiently.
  • Collaborated with staff to assess maintenance needs and prioritize repair projects.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with local regulations and standards.
  • Developed systematic approaches for equipment upkeep, reducing downtime significantly.
  • Led initiatives for facility upgrades, improving overall functionality and aesthetic appeal.
  • Contributed to the successful completion of numerous facility improvement projects, showcasing versatility and adaptability in addressing diverse maintenance needs.
  • Enhanced safety standards through diligent inspection and repair of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
  • Upheld strict adherence to safety guidelines and regulations during all maintenance activities, ensuring a secure working environment for colleagues.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various trade skills such as carpentry, painting, welding, plumbing, and electrical work for diverse projects around the facility.
  • Collaborated with other team members to complete larger-scale projects in a timely manner.

Building Maintenance Technician

11 Years 4 Months
Hodgson Ross Attorneys LLP | 04.2015 - Current
  • Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Perform repairs on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Developed preventative maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

NYS Certified Pest Control Technician

16 Years 3 Months
AP Pest Control Buffalo New York | 05.2010 - Current

Quality Operator Level 5, Lead Person in Department

12 Years 9 Months
American Axle & Manufacturing | 02.1995 - 11.2007
  • Production, Changed cutting tools in CNC Machines
  • Programmed offsets into CNC Machines
  • Completed Daily Inspection Logs of Parts
  • Supervised team members of 8-10 on Quality Control, production, maintenance and repairs of equipment.
  • Reported to General Forman on daily basis of all production and inspection that were completed

Project Manager

3 Years 8 Months
Kandid Mechanical | 06.1991 - 02.1995
  • Created budgets, work orders, obtained quotes, overseen construction projects, maintenance repair on HVAC heating, plumbing and electrical Supervised employees to ensure projects met codes and safety regulations.

Education

New York State Certification 7A - Pest Control

New York State DEC | Cheektowaga, New York, United States | 01-2010

Certificate - HVAC/R Certificate Course

Erie 1 Boces | Tonawanda, New York, United States | 01-2006

Certificate - HVAC Certificate Program

Erie Community College | Williamsville, New York, United States | 01-2006

Certificate - Residential Wiring

Erie 1 Boces | West Seneca, New York, United States | 01-1998

Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering

Erie Community College | Williamsville, New York, United States | 01-1990

High School Diploma - Math & Electrical

Cheektowaga Central HS | Cheektowaga, NY, United States | 01-1988

Skills

Facilities management and Inspection
Ability to work with Administration & Staff on Proposals
Preventative maintenance
Experienced in snow removal techniques & equipment
HVAC and plumbing
STARK HVAC Building Controls
QWARE System
OSHA safety standards
Work order management
Capital planning
Budget tracking
Building systems troubleshooting
Electrical repairs
Backflow prevention testing
EPA-certified technician
Team supervision
Root cause analysis
Maintenance scheduling

Certification

  • New York State Certified Backflow Prevention Tester
  • EPA-Certified Technician
  • New York State DEC Pesticide Technician 7A

Timeline

Building Maintenance Technician

Hodgson Ross Attorneys LLP
04.2015 - CurrentRead More

NYS Certified Pest Control Technician

AP Pest Control Buffalo New York
05.2010 - CurrentRead More

General Maintenance Mechanic

Amherst Central School District
11.2007 - CurrentRead More

Quality Operator Level 5, Lead Person in Department

American Axle & Manufacturing
02.1995 - 11.2007Read More

Project Manager

Kandid Mechanical
06.1991 - 02.1995Read More

Cheektowaga Central HS

High School Diploma from Math & Electrical
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Erie Community College

Associate of Science from Electrical Engineering
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Erie 1 Boces

Certificate from Residential Wiring
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Erie Community College

Certificate from HVAC Certificate Program
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Erie 1 Boces

Certificate from HVAC/R Certificate Course
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New York State DEC

New York State Certification 7A from Pest Control
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Brian Pietrzak