Chad Jones
North Olmsted,OH
Summary
Knowledgeable Director offering 20+ years of troubleshooting and repair experience with advanced technical knowledge. Dependable and service-driven with strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess repair needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Property Maintenance & Inspections
Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority
Cleveland, OH
02.2022 - Current
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Prepared and monitored budget to keep maintenance department financially sound.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Directed maintenance activities to provide continuous supply of heat, electric power or gas required for operations.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Built strong referral network to generate new business opportunities.
- Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve interdepartmental performance.
- Met with stakeholders to address issues and implement solutions.
- Developed and presented new ideas and conceptualized new approaches and solutions.
- Researched and negotiated pricing to reduce cost of equipment and supplies.
Chief of Building Systems/Maintenance Supervisor
Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority
Cleveland, OH
09.2015 - 02.2022
- Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Collected data to compile detailed reports for upper management and closely monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Efficiently executed shut downs for planned maintenance.
- Contacted suppliers and equipment manufacturers to obtain specialized operational information.
- Tested and inspected machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
- Streamlined operations by scheduling aspects of maintenance within time frames, minimizing over time.
- Identified and resolved HVAC failures to restore comfort during extreme weather.
- Monitored and maintained HVAC systems performing preventive services and routine tasks like replacing filters.
- Promptly responded to plumbing repair needs to avoid water-damaged property.
- Managed schedule of repairs to guarantee arrival of parts, equipment and resources needed to satisfy job requirements.
Service Person V/Plumber
Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority
Cleveland, OH
03.2002 - 09.2015
- Entered sewer manholes and acid dilution basins to correct plumbing issues.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
- Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Education
Abestos Training
Training Service International
Eastlake, OH08-2020
Mold Removal
Training Services International
Eastlake, OH06-2019
Skills
- Staff Development
- Project Coordination
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Logistics Management
- Crisis Management
- Budget Management
Timeline
Director of Property Maintenance & Inspections
Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority
02.2022 - Current
Chief of Building Systems/Maintenance Supervisor
Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority
09.2015 - 02.2022
Service Person V/Plumber
Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority
03.2002 - 09.2015
Abestos Training
Training Service International
Mold Removal
Training Services International
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