CEDRIC HOWSE
Chicago,IL
Summary
Maintenance Technician with hands-on maintenance experience focused on reducing equipment downtime through data-driven diagnostics and targeted corrective actions. Skilled in inventory management, safety compliance, and process improvement, with a proven track record of streamlining spare-parts tracking and shortening lead times. Trains and mentors junior technicians to reinforce best practices and improve operational reliability, and seeks to apply practical problem-solving to enhance facility performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
MAITENACE TECHNICIAN
Malace HR
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Operated and maintained machinery to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify and resolve equipment issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes and enhance productivity.
- Assisted in training new technicians on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking of essential supplies.
- Documented maintenance records accurately to support compliance requirements.
- Implemented safety procedures that reduced workplace incidents effectively.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment malfunctions efficiently.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Residential Maintenance Technician
Village Green Properties
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure safety and functionality of property systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Responded promptly to tenant repair requests, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance maintenance processes and efficiency.
Transportation Specialist/Floor Lead
Alene Candles
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Coordinated logistics for timely distribution of products to ensure on-time delivery for optimum customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed transportation data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
- Managed relationships with carriers to negotiate rates and enhance service delivery.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for transportation processes, increasing accuracy in shipments.
Education
ASSOCIATE -
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, Illinois03.2006
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Problem Solving
- Inventory Management
- Data Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Training Development
Timeline
MAITENACE TECHNICIAN
Malace HR
02.2024 - 12.2025
Residential Maintenance Technician
Village Green Properties
02.2023 - 02.2024
Transportation Specialist/Floor Lead
Alene Candles
09.2021 - 02.2023
ASSOCIATE -
Illinois Valley Community College