Devalance Harris
Laplace,LA
Summary
Dependable Maintenance Technician offering 8 years of building and property 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
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Holiday Inn Vacation Club
New Orleans, Louisiana
06.2025 - Current
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and electrical components to ensure operational reliability.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to maintain OSHA compliance and promote workplace safety.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as lubrication and cleaning of machinery and equipment.
- Responded to emergency breakdowns promptly during shift hours to minimize downtime.
- Executed regular maintenance checks on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues through visual inspections and test instruments to identify root causes.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans tailored for various machinery types to enhance longevity.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical problems swiftly, ensuring minimal operational disruption.
Maintenance Technician
Summit-The Gentry Apartments
Houston, TX
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Operated hand and power tools to execute repairs efficiently.
- Maintained clear, safe workspace areas in compliance with OSHA standards.
- Installed new systems and replacement parts to ensure optimal operation.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures promptly.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify and rectify hazardous conditions.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to facilitate repair services.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to maximize uptime.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on machinery to uphold operational standards.
Maintenance Supervisor
Northbrooke Apartments
Houston, TX
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
- Overhauled, installed and repaired centrifugal compressors, pumps, valves, separators and generators.
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
- 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.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Assisted with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems during remodeling projects.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
Maintenance Technician
ASAP Staffing Services
Houston, TX
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Performed basic carpentry tasks, including installing shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Maintained facility interior, including shampooing carpets, washing walls, waxing and stripping floors and dusting furniture and fixtures.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Oceaneering Int., Houston, TX
Houston, TX
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Performed building and equipment maintenance and repairs, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, vehicular and machinery work.
- Inspected facilities and proactively detected and diagnosed potential or actual maintenance or repair needs by listening, looking and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
- Recorded facilities work in official logs and meticulously tracked and followed recommended maintenance schedules to keep company operating smoothly and meeting customer needs.
- Managed replacement parts inventory using electronic tracking system to pinpoint current parts levels, flag shortages and initiate reordering promptly to avoid production interruptions.
- Responded to emergency issues quickly to maintain smooth business operations.
- Painted walls, ceilings, trim and doors and replaced fixtures to update building appearance.
- Completed maintenance tasks to keep electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems operating at peak performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
East St John High School
Reserve, LA05.2000
Skills
- Understanding schematics
- Power and hand tool use
- Safety-oriented mindset
- OSHA
- Maintenance scheduling
- System installations
- Organizational ability
- Safety protocols
- Landscaping and groundskeeping
- Light carpentry
- Building maintenance
- Facilities maintenance
- Inventory monitoring
- Vendor relationship management
- Problem resolution
- Planning & organizing
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Diagnostics Certification
- Certified HVAC Technician
- Instrument Sterilization
- Maintenance & Repair
- CPO Certified
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Holiday Inn Vacation Club
06.2025 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Summit-The Gentry Apartments
09.2022 - 12.2023
Maintenance Supervisor
Northbrooke Apartments
02.2022 - 09.2022
Maintenance Technician
ASAP Staffing Services
11.2020 - 02.2022
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Oceaneering Int., Houston, TX
11.2015 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
East St John High School
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