Donn McElroy
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Facilities-oriented technician focused on increasing production, minimizing equipment downtime and costs and maximizing overall facility efficiency.
Meticulous technician skilled at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
BioSafety Technologist
Occupational Services Inc.
6397 Nancy Ridge Dr. San Diego, CA, 92121
10.2009 - 01.2016
- Repaired and calibrated equipment using precision measuring instruments.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined the best ways to correct them.
- Inspected drives, motors and belts on BSC and HVAC systems.
- Operated tools, including hoists, saws and drills.
- Regularly serviced 128 buildings around San Diego and Los Angeles area .
- Referenced blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs for complex repairs.
- Repaired air handlers and makeup air units.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors.
- Safely operated standard and aerial lift vehicles.
- Regularly monitored facilities for toxic gases.
- Documented all maintenance and repairs.
- Scheduled contractors for projects and distributed work orders.
- Managed tool shop, monitored stock levels and ordered parts.
- Monitored Building Management Systems ( Phoenix Control Systems).
- Performed routine laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for necessary procedures.
- Served as first responder for all facility and equipment issues.
- Logged detailed and thorough records of maintenance performed.
- Worked closely with equipment maintenance engineers and technicians.
- Checked, tested and replaced faulty components, circuit modules and printed circuit boards.
- Designed and constructed adaptations of component parts and standard parts.
- Completed light fabrication duties.
- Repaired air compressors and exhaust fans.
- Installed HVAC systems, building control systems, general office equipment and furniture.
- Changed filters on all HVAC equipment.
- Properly labeled and diluted all cleaning solutions.
- Supervised the cleaning, maintenance and care of building and grounds.
- Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions.
- Cleaned in and around the buildings, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Practiced BMBL, CAL/OSHA, GMP, ISO 17025, ACGIH and NSF standards.
- MS Access proficient.
- MS office.
- Certified and repaired Laboratory science equipment.
- Decontaminated lab spaces , facilities and science equipment.
- Clean room maintenance and certifications.
Supervisor
Christie Construction
N/A
01.2006 - 07.2009
- Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction.
- Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer’s representatives.
- Worked with construction administration consultants to plan field observations on schedule.
- Oversaw the entire building turnover process, while enhancing communication between all construction management.
- Determined the project schedule, which included the sequence of all construction activities.
- Reported the quality of performance on site to all site construction managers.
- Provided safety kits to all construction personnel, which complied with safety protocols for the job site.
- Guided and directed third-party inspectors through project construction, commissioning and closeout.
- Avoided construction delays by efficiently following through with all site inspections in a timely manner.
- Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Applied caulk, sealants and other agents to installed surfaces.
- Accurately estimated time and materials costs for projects.
- Mixed porridge of catch basins and poured and sawed off concrete and asphalt.
- Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects.
- Requisitioned new supplies and equipment.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Monitored inventory and reported items to be restocked for each job.
- Set ladders, scaffolds and hoists in place for taking supplies to roofs.
- Provided outstanding customer service.
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrell High School
2001
Skills
- Bloodborne Pathogen training
- Safety-oriented
- Able to lift 100 pounds
- Multi-tasking
- Chemical cleaners
- Painting and plastering
- HAZMAT knowledge
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Self-starter
- Fast learner
- General building maintenance
- Engine replacement
- CAL/OSHA regulations
- HVAC systems
- Competent with power tools
- Design experience
- ISO, GMP, BMBL, ACGIH and NSF standards and practices
- Microsoft applications skills
- Clean room maintenance and certifications
- Extremely quick learner
Timeline
BioSafety Technologist
Occupational Services Inc.
10.2009 - 01.2016
Supervisor
Christie Construction
01.2006 - 07.2009
High School Diploma -
Harrell High School