Victor Nater
Pearl,MS
Summary
Efficient Maintenance professional skilled in task delegation, maintenance scheduling and team oversight. Commended for quality performance and reliability demonstrated over 20 years of industry experience. Advanced knowledge of plumbing maintenance and repairs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbing Production Technician
Deployed Resources
Jackson, Mississippi
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitored production processes, identified problems, and took corrective action when necessary.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting issues related to production machinery.
- Communicated regularly with team members regarding progress and updates on tasks assigned.
- Reviewed documents such as blueprints, drawings, schematics, instructions for accuracy.
- Performed quality control checks on products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Worked closely with management staff in developing strategies for improving productivity levels.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Recorded daily production data into an electronic database system for tracking purposes.
- Verified accuracy of finished goods prior to shipment from the facility.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues promptly to minimize production delays.
Maintenance Technician
State Street Group
Jackson , MS
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Inspected electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
- Inventoried machine parts and equipment.
- Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
- Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
Maintenance Technician
Alabama Gulf State Park
Gulf Shores, AL
11.2017 - 05.2020
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventative maintenance schedules.
- Inspected electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards, including OSHA.
- Updated documentation for recordkeeping and customer use.
- Maintained all cabin houses, trails, bath houses, and campground areas for the state park.
Plumbing Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvement
Foley, AL
01.2014 - 11.2018
- Effectively communicated with key individuals, including contractors and plumbers to promote new business.
- Asked questions to better understand customer needs and recommended products to fulfill project requirements.
- Assisted customers in plumbing department by answering questions and helping find needed items.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Handled all delegated tasks, including downstocking, cycle counts, inventory, and installed sales.
- Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Operated power equipment : forklift, reach lift, and order picker.
Department Manager
Lowes Home Improvement
Prattville, AL
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
- Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
- Coached, trained and mentored new team members and manager trainees.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
- Supported shrinkage and safety awareness, reviewed sales and inventory data, identified trends and prepared reports for management.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Performed opening and closing duties as part of management team, including cash management.
- Cultivated talented team of departmental employees through outstanding mentoring, coaching and teaching skills.
- Worked closely with sales associates to complete tasks.
- Enforced safety rules and other policies to protect employees and minimize company liability.
- Utilized excellent math skills to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Maintenance Technician
MaintenX International
Montgomery, AL
05.2010 - 07.2012
- Estimated time, material and labor costs used in project plans.
- Installed and replaced water heaters, drain pipes and water supply lines.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Prepared project bids, including parts, labor and equipment needed for each project.
- Installed and repaired gas lines and hot and cold water lines.
- Performed emergency on-call work hours during evening, weekends and some holidays.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Evaluated electrical systems, equipment and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks.
- Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications to reach sales agreement.
- Laid concrete, built batter boards, used excavators and placed reinforced steel accurately for over civil infrastructure projects.
- Safely operated power saws, planers, jointers, routers and pneumatic equipment.
- Performed all minor and major plumbing maintenance, minor electrical issues, and basic carpentry duties.
Maintenance Manager
Park Place Apartment Homes
Montgomery, AL
03.2005 - 10.2009
- Supervised facility operations, including preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Minimized costs by working and negotiating with multiple suppliers.
- Monitored maintenance scheduling and reported maintenance team information to management.
- Orchestrated tooling changeovers, setups and repairs to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
- Managed maintenance for a 200 unit apartment complex.
- Responsible for all maintenance issues with plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
Plumbing Pro
Lowes Home Improvement
Prattville, Alabama
02.2003 - 03.2005
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Helped customers sign up for loyalty programs and submitted completed paperwork.
- Recommended optimal merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Readied merchandise for sales floor by marking items with identifying codes and accurate pricing.
- Operated power equipment: forklift, reach lift, and order picker.
Maintenance Manager
Lakewood Properties
Montgomery, Alabama
10.2002 - 02.2003
- Monitored maintenance scheduling and reported maintenance team information to management.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Supervised facility operations, including preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill or ability issues.
- Responsible for all maintenance issues on a 396 unit mobile home community.
- Maintained all maintenance issues including all major and minor plumbing issues, minor electrical issues, and basic carpentry repairs.
- Orchestrated and operated backhoe for underground pipe laying and repairs.
Education
GED -
Red Rock Corps
Skills
- Troubleshooting strength
- Organizational ability
- Equipment repair
- Light carpentry
- Building maintenance
- Landscaping and groundskeeping
- Major and minor plumbing
- Customer service
- Problem resolution
- Team management
- Minor electrical
- HVAC certified
- Heavy equipment operation
- Power and hand tool use
Timeline
Plumbing Production Technician
Deployed Resources
11.2023 - 07.2024
Maintenance Technician
State Street Group
07.2021 - 08.2023
Maintenance Technician
Alabama Gulf State Park
11.2017 - 05.2020
Plumbing Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvement
01.2014 - 11.2018
Department Manager
Lowes Home Improvement
09.2012 - 01.2014
Maintenance Technician
MaintenX International
05.2010 - 07.2012
Maintenance Manager
Park Place Apartment Homes
03.2005 - 10.2009
Plumbing Pro
Lowes Home Improvement
02.2003 - 03.2005
Maintenance Manager
Lakewood Properties
10.2002 - 02.2003
GED -
Red Rock Corps