DOUGLAS SPARLING
Dunnellon,FL
Summary
Become a long-term contributing member of the company team and provide customers with friendly, helpful, consultative insights from my professional experience.
Licensed journeyman plumber and professional painter, who prioritizes and operates pro-actively while creating a clean, safe and productive environment. Co- ordinates several tasks within a given project, grasping new ideas and integrating them into desired results based on personalized client consultations, as well as a focused employee who completes assignments in an orderly and timely manner. A project manager with excellent mechanical skills.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician II
Hilton Grand Vacations Club
Charleston , SC
04.2022 - 04.2025
- Maintaining all aspects of the hotel. Making sure all rooms were fully functional. From appliances, tv's, plumbing to electrical components.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
- Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Worked closely with engineering team to develop innovative solutions for existing problems.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
Operations Manager
Town Of James Island
Charleston , SC
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Zager Global Inc.
Deerfield Beach, Fl
01.1999 - 09.2017
- Responsible for warehouse and field operations, including receiving and distributing materials
Self-employed painter and handyman
Deerfield Beach, Fl
05.1997 - 01.1999
- Launched an independent painting and handyman service, operating all aspects of the business including job bidding and labor
Floor Mgr., Bartender, Server and Culinary staff
Whale's Rib
Deerfield Beach, Fl
02.1984 - 05.1997
- Floor Mgr., Bartender, Server and Culinary staff in a high-volume beach area restaurant
Education
Palm Beach Jr. College -
Palm Beach Jr. College
01.1985
Santa Fe Community College -
Santa Fe Community College
01.1983
High School -
Deerfield Beach High School
Deerfield Beach01.1982
Skills
- Commercial plumbing
- Residential plumbing
- Light construction
- Electrical
- Carpentry
- Landscaping
- Design
- Solar system installation
- Backflow installation
- Backflow repair
- Backflow troubleshooting
- Professional painting
- Pressure cleaning
- Fork lift operation
- Scissor lift operation
- Moderate computer skills
Phone Numbers
(954) 895-9774, (352) 854-5125
References
- Robin Camacho, Director of Sales, El Caribe Resorts & Conference Center, (386) 252-1558, robin@elcaribe.com
- Sharon Steinke, Owner of F.P.L. Management, (724) 494-3766, sharonsteinke571@gmail.com
- Robin Adams, Owner of 'Who Walks Your Dog', (415) 342-8431, robin@whowalksyourdog.com
Education Certifications
- Deerfield Beach High School, 1982
- Santa Fe Community College, 1982, 1983
- Palm Beach Jr. College, 1983, 1985
- Journeyman Plumbers License, 2016
- Certified backflow tester
- 10-hour OSHA training
- CPR & First aid trained
- PADI Open Water Scuba Diver
Skills Experience
- Knowledge of all aspects of commercial and residential plumbing.
- Light construction, electrical and carpentry.
- Landscaping and design.
- Complete solar system installation.
- Backflow installation, repair and troubleshooting.
- Professional painting and pressure cleaning.
- Operation of fork lifts and scissor lifts.
- Moderate computer skills.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician II
Hilton Grand Vacations Club
04.2022 - 04.2025
Operations Manager
Town Of James Island
01.2018 - 10.2021
Zager Global Inc.
01.1999 - 09.2017
Self-employed painter and handyman
05.1997 - 01.1999
Floor Mgr., Bartender, Server and Culinary staff
Whale's Rib
02.1984 - 05.1997
Palm Beach Jr. College -
Palm Beach Jr. College
Santa Fe Community College -
Santa Fe Community College
High School -
Deerfield Beach High School