Christopher Beckmann
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dependable maintenance technician with extensive experience in building maintenance and repair. Proficient in hand and power tool operations, adhering to safety protocols, and executing general maintenance tasks. Expertise in carpentry and locksmithing ensures high-quality workmanship and efficient problem-solving.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Maintenance Worker
Vetmeducate
Mount Laurel, New Jersey
10.2023 - Current
- Inspected buildings' interiors and exteriors for damage or required repairs.
- Performed minor plumbing repairs, including clogged toilets and leaking faucets.
- Executed routine cosmetic updates, enhancing building aesthetics through painting walls and replacing fixtures.
- Responded promptly to staff service requests, ensuring timely resolution of building issues.
1st Class Locksmith
SEPTA
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2016 - 11.2023
- Installed, repaired, and maintained locks and locking mechanisms on SEPTA vehicles.
- Conducted routine inspections of locking systems across various SEPTA facilities.
- Trained new locksmiths on tools, techniques, and safety protocols used at SEPTA.
- Managed inventory of locking hardware and supplies for efficient operations at SEPTA.
- Inspected the condition of exit devices such as panic bars or crash bars in public buildings.
- Completed new installations of components such as locks, handles and closers.
- Operated tools and devices to open locks when no key was available.
- Provided emergency lockout services by unlocking doors, safes, cabinets.
- Cut new keys and duplicated existing ones by using key cutting machines.
- Created master key systems to provide access to multiple areas within a building.
- Replicated customer's keys using specialized key cutting machines.
- Repaired broken locks and re-keyed existing locks to new keys.
1st Class Carpenter
SEPTA
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2000 - 03.2016
- Constructed and repaired wooden structures for transit facilities and equipment.
- Installed fixtures, cabinets, and furniture in various SEPTA locations.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Operated hand tools and power tools for precise wood cutting and shaping.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Assisted in training junior carpenters on proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
3rd Class Diesel Mechanic
SEPTA
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.1993 - 09.2000
- Performed routine maintenance on SEPTA's diesel fleet vehicles.
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Conducted safety inspections on all diesel equipment prior to operation.
- Inspected vehicles for safety issues and roadworthiness.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Repaired and replaced defective components using hand and power tools.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, hoses, belts, alternators, starters.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and parts used.
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Ensured that all tools were properly cleaned after use.
Education
High School Diploma -
Archbishop Ryan
Philadelphia, PA06-1988
Skills
- Building maintenance
- Facility maintenance
- Plumbing repairs
- Drywall installation
- Building inspections
- Lock installation
- Lockout services
- Power tools usage
- Work order management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Building Maintenance Worker
Vetmeducate
10.2023 - Current
1st Class Locksmith
SEPTA
03.2016 - 11.2023
1st Class Carpenter
SEPTA
09.2000 - 03.2016
3rd Class Diesel Mechanic
SEPTA
09.1993 - 09.2000
High School Diploma -
Archbishop Ryan