Dustin Thompson
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician with background in performing routine and preventative maintenance tasks. Demonstrates strong troubleshooting abilities, adept at diagnosing faults and conducting repairs in a timely manner. Proven ability to improve efficiency through effective equipment upgrades and modifications. Known for improving safety standards and adhering to all regulations and guidelines during repair and maintenance processes.
Dependable maintenance technician offering several 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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Liberty Group Ltd
Nashville , TN
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
Painter
New Direction Painting
White Bluff, Tennessee
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
Maintenance Supervisor
College point apartments
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
03.2011 - 04.2018
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Coordinated emergency repairs as needed in order to minimize disruption in production schedules.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Investigated customer complaints about product quality issues due to malfunctioning equipment.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
- Analyzed current procedures used by technicians during repairs and installations, making recommendations for improvements where applicable.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Pharmacy
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TNSkills
- Plumbing
- Drywalling
- Grounds upkeep
- HVAC system maintenance
- Painting
- Commercial construction experience
- Tool management
- Hand and power tools
- Building maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lighting systems
- OSHA
- Plumbing repairs
- Residential construction
- Plumbing repair
- Safety awareness
- Hand tools expertise
- Groundskeeping
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment installation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Drywall repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Door hardware
- Apartment maintenance
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Liberty Group Ltd
01.2022 - 02.2023
Painter
New Direction Painting
07.2021 - 01.2022
Maintenance Supervisor
College point apartments
03.2011 - 04.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Pharmacy
Middle Tennessee State University