Earl Harmening
Belle Vernon,PA
Summary
Hardworking Maintenance Worker bringing 30+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Worker
Library Volunteer Fire Company
09.2000 - Current
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Replaced light bulbs in indoor and outdoor fixtures and checked smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for proper functionality.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Sanitized restrooms using such chemicals as ammonia to reduce spread of germs.
- Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Properly handled, transported, and disposed of recycled materials.
- Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
- Trained new maintenance personnel to safely and properly use equipment and tools and apply best practices.
- Worked with vendors to procure parts and materials for repairs, examining quality and performance.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
Certified Pool Operator
Chatham University
09.1997 - 10.2012
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff and inspected equipment.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.
- Performed Cleaning of Pool, Hot Tub. and Steam Room.
Grounds and Building Maintenance
Chatham University
09.1996 - 10.2012
- Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for guest enjoyment.
- Maintained grounds tools and equipment free from mechanical or safety defects and in top operating condition.
- Used landscaping equipment for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
- Cultivated and beautified park grounds and facilities through pruning, weeding and fertilizing across 44 acres.
- Evaluated, diagnosed and mitigated vegetation diseases, insect damage and other pest issues.
- Set up and tore down rental areas for events, opened buildings and grounds and monitored events during guest use.
- Assembled, installed and repaired wiring, electrical components and plumbing systems and kept grounds systems safe, up-to-date and usable.
- Complied with safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries on job sites.
- Loaded and unloaded landscaping equipment and materials safely.
- Understood and followed verbal and written landscaping instructions to complete complex tasks correctly.
- Trimmed trees, bushes and shrubs to keep vegetation aesthetically pleasing.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
- Maintained grounds of residential and commercial properties by mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
- Performed regular watering and fertilizing of lawns, trees and shrubs to promote healthy vegetation growth.
- Applied pesticides and herbicides to control pests and weeds.
- Conducted snow removal during winter months to provide clients with safe parking and walking areas.
- Erected and disassembled temporary structures to provide safety while working on uneven terrains.
- Followed client specifications to replace damaged lawns, landscaping and irrigation systems.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Spearheaded dedicated focus on facility cleanliness via grounds inspections.
Deli Worker
Shop'N Save
04.1995 - 05.1996
- Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing, and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Opened new inventory and rotated stock by dates to maintain freshness.
Automotive Mechanic
Park Motors
09.1992 - 09.1994
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Mechanics
Rosedale Technical Institute
Pittsburgh, PA01.1995
GED -
South Vo-Tech Pittsburgh, Pa
South Side, Pa06.1993
Skills
- Detail Orientation
- Electrical Systems
- Chemical Cleaners
- Valid Driver's License
- General Plumbing
- Lighting Fixture Maintenance
- Snow Removal
- Skip Loaders
- Riding Mowers
- Gas Powered Landscaping Equiptment
- Equipment Maintenance
- Special Event Setup
Affiliations
Library Volunteer Fire Company Associate
South Park, Pa 15129
Timeline
Maintenance Worker
Library Volunteer Fire Company
09.2000 - Current
Certified Pool Operator
Chatham University
09.1997 - 10.2012
Grounds and Building Maintenance
Chatham University
09.1996 - 10.2012
Deli Worker
Shop'N Save
04.1995 - 05.1996
Automotive Mechanic
Park Motors
09.1992 - 09.1994
No Degree - Automotive Mechanics
Rosedale Technical Institute
GED -
South Vo-Tech Pittsburgh, Pa
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