David Nicholson
Ravenden Springs,AR
Summary
Dependable Maintenance Technician offering 30+ years of building maintenance and repair experience. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical systems and exterior and interior lighting system repair.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
General Maintenance
Riceland
Corning, AR
04.2023 - Current
- Performed general maintenance tasks. Trouble shoot.
- Improved tool-handling efficiency by conducting regular maintenance checks and keeping equipment in optimal condition.
- Ensured timely maintenance of equipment, leading to reduced downtime and improved operational performance.
- Enabled smooth venue operations by maintaining close communication with facility management and addressing any maintenance or repair issues promptly.
- Improved overall facility upkeep by performing general building maintenance tasks such as painting, plumbing, and carpentry work.
- Reduced maintenance costs by establishing preventative maintenance routines and quickly addressing repair needs.
Maintenance Technician
Pecos Food
Pocahontas, AR
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
Maintenance Supervisor
West Liberty Foods LLC
Tremonton, UT
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Collected data to compile detailed reports for upper management and closely monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades.
Maintenance Technician
Meridian Restaurants Unlimited
Ogden, UT
08.2015 - 04.2019
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
Maintenance Manager
Harmony Concepts
Ogden, UT
10.2013 - 07.2015
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
HVAC Technician
Bluff City Mechanical
Memphis, TN
05.1993 - 09.2013
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
- Scan-tested HEPA filters at specified flow rates.
- Promptly responded to complaints about temperature problems during massive heatwave and conducted assessments to determine causes and target solutions.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Analyzed, modified and repaired digital control systems.
- Assessed efficiency of HVAC and refrigeration systems to provide feedback to customers.
- Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Installed, maintained and repaired commercial refrigeration systems.
- Installed and maintained ammonia-based refrigeration equipment.
- Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
- Overhauled and repaired reciprocating and centrifugal compressors.
- Tested all electromechanical systems on campus equipment.
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ben Lomond High School
Ogden, UT06-1987
Skills
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Repair Work Planning
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Perceptual Speed
- Facilities Painting and Repair
- Critical Thinking
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Supply and Parts Ordering
- Parts Lubrication
- Cutting Torches
- Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical Component Replacement
- Piping Systems Maintenance
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Clear Communication
- Metal Welding
- Heavy Object Lifting
- Wiring Installation and Repair
- Heavy Lifting
- Task Concentration
- Safety-Oriented Mindset
- Equipment Repair
- System Installations
- Organizational Ability
- Maintenance Scheduling
Timeline
General Maintenance
Riceland
04.2023 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Pecos Food
06.2021 - 01.2023
Maintenance Supervisor
West Liberty Foods LLC
04.2019 - 12.2020
Maintenance Technician
Meridian Restaurants Unlimited
08.2015 - 04.2019
Maintenance Manager
Harmony Concepts
10.2013 - 07.2015
HVAC Technician
Bluff City Mechanical
05.1993 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Ben Lomond High School