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Donovan Davis

Donovan Davis

Kinston,NC

Summary

Dynamic leader with hands-on experience in maintenance repairs and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
09.2021 - 09.2024
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
  • Supervised 15 employees
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
  • Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
  • Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.

Mechanic

Brafford & Son's Automotive Service Center
08.2016 - 06.2022
  • Greet customers when they arrive and take a detailed history of vehicle performance or mechanical failure
  • Diagnose vehicles based on observational and mechanical testing as well as information provided by the customer
  • Provide customers with detailed estimates for repairs and replacements and obtain signature approval prior to commencing work
  • Repair vehicles based on the diagnosed issues and repair estimate
  • Test drive vehicles after repairs are complete to ensure mechanical soundness and to determine whether any other problems exist
  • Describe vehicle's condition to customer and answer any follow-up questions
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.

Maintenance Mechanic

KEYSTONE MANAGEMENT
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Daily responsibilities could include running work orders (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.), appliance repairs and exterior maintenance
  • In addition, maintenance technicians often have to respond to after hour emergencies
  • Therefore, being on-call is part of the job responsibilities
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.

Maintenance Mechanic

Kinston Housing Authority
06.2017 - 07.2021
  • Daily responsibilities could include running work orders (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.), appliance repairs and exterior maintenance
  • In addition, maintenance technicians often have to respond to after hour emergencies
  • Therefore, being on-call is part of the job responsibilities
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.

Sales Manager

Buddy's Home Furnishings
05.2016 - 05.2017
  • Achieving growth and hitting sales targets by successfully managing the sales team
  • Designing and implementing a strategic business plan that expands company's customer base and ensure it's strong presence
  • Owning recruiting, objectives setting, coaching and performance monitoring of sales representatives

Manager

Home Smart
05.2015 - 05.2016
  • Manage 500 plus customer accounts in collections
  • Developed very discipline multi-tasking skills
  • Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results
  • Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees
  • Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results
  • Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions
  • Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements
  • Ensures availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventories
  • Formulates pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities; determining additional needed sales promotion; authorizing clearance sales; studying trends
  • Markets merchandise by studying advertising, sales promotion, and display plans; analyzing operating and financial statements for profitability ratios

Mechanic

Auto Shack Repair Shop
08.2012 - 01.2015
  • Greet customers when they arrive and take a detailed history of vehicle performance or mechanical failure
  • Diagnose vehicles based on observational and mechanical testing as well as information provided by the customer
  • Provide customers with detailed estimates for repairs and replacements and obtain signature approval prior to commencing work
  • Repair vehicles based on the diagnosed issues and repair estimate
  • Test drive vehicles after repairs are complete to ensure mechanical soundness and to determine whether any other problems exist
  • Describe vehicle's condition to customer and answer any follow-up questions
  • File appropriate documentation on each repair

Maintenance Mechanic

Sanderson Farms
07.2013 - 05.2014
  • Troubleshoot to determine cause(s) of operating errors and determining course of action
  • Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary
  • Be proficient in cutting and welding, hydraulics, filter systems, pipe fitting/plumbing, operations of shop equipment, sheet metal fabrication and pneumatics, electrical wiring and motors
  • Maintain the machinery in Shipping / Receiving, Picking Room, Evisceration, Chiller area, Packing, Cut Up, Debone and Cryovac or Tray Pack areas of the plant, with minimal supervision
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure smooth business and production operations
  • Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs
  • Work in all departments in the processing plant environment, which includes hot or cold, damp conditions
  • Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs and insure proper operation
  • Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment
  • Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications

Assistant General Manager

Advance Auto Parts
09.2007 - 07.2013
  • Supervise the day-to-day task assignments and performance for all management and associates
  • Ensure a pleasant shopping experience for all customers
  • Respond to customer complaints or inquiries
  • React to information and create a plan to consistently meet the expectations of all customers
  • Manage all matters relating to associates and the store team - recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, associate engagement and performance management
  • Ensure compliance with corporate training programs
  • Ensure the planning and execution of established safety, security, quality, and store operations policies, procedures and practices
  • Analyze results and trends and prepares action plans to leverage the store's strengths and address areas of opportunity
  • Ensure the execution of all action plans
  • Plan and prepare work schedules and coordinate daily assignments and activities of associates to meet the needs of the business
  • Ensure safety program execution and fulfill the store safety leader role
  • Ensure future growth by executing a defined strategy to deliver the long range plan

Football Coach

South Lenoir High School
01.2009 - 01.2013

Track Coach

South Lenoir High School
01.2009 - 01.2013

Education

No Degree - Computer Information Systems

University Of Mount Olive, Mount Olive, NC

No Degree - Air Conditioning And Heat Systems HVAC

Pitt Community College, Winterville, NC
01.2025

Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Team Supervision

Facilities Maintenance

Maintenance recordkeeping

Plumbing Repairs

Electrical Troubleshooting

Work Order Management

Troubleshooting

HVAC Systems

Conflict Resolution

Analytical and Critical Thinking

NSPIRE Certified

Certification

  • Certified NSPIRE, ECRHA - 2024

Software

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Alice

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor - Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
09.2021 - 09.2024
Maintenance Mechanic - KEYSTONE MANAGEMENT
07.2021 - 09.2021
Maintenance Mechanic - Kinston Housing Authority
06.2017 - 07.2021
Mechanic - Brafford & Son's Automotive Service Center
08.2016 - 06.2022
Sales Manager - Buddy's Home Furnishings
05.2016 - 05.2017
Manager - Home Smart
05.2015 - 05.2016
Maintenance Mechanic - Sanderson Farms
07.2013 - 05.2014
Mechanic - Auto Shack Repair Shop
08.2012 - 01.2015
Football Coach - South Lenoir High School
01.2009 - 01.2013
Track Coach - South Lenoir High School
01.2009 - 01.2013
Assistant General Manager - Advance Auto Parts
09.2007 - 07.2013
University Of Mount Olive - No Degree, Computer Information Systems
Pitt Community College - No Degree, Air Conditioning And Heat Systems HVAC
Donovan Davis