Dedicated Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at South Orange / Maplewood School Districts, excelling in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance equipment lifespan and efficiency through effective problem-solving and training. Skilled in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical repairs, ensuring optimal facility operations and safety compliance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
South Orange / Maplewood School Districts
Maplewood, NJ
07.1998 - 03.2019
Conduct routine inspections of school facilities to identify maintenance needs.
Perform repairs on HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical fixtures.
Maintain inventory of tools and materials for efficient operations.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests from faculty and staff.
Implement preventive maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan.
Train new staff on safety protocols and effective maintenance practices.
Develop standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks to enhance efficiency.
Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Education
High School Diploma - High School Diploma
Orange High School
Orange, NJ
Skills
Building maintenance
Mechanical troubleshooting
Hand and power tools
Electrical troubleshooting
Mechanical repair
Parts replacement
Equipment installation
Equipment Repair
Tool management
Plumbing
Drywall repair
Painting
Groundskeeping
Door hardware
Machine lubrication
Lighting systems
Boiler maintenance
Air filtration
Engine repair
Changing oil
Valid Driver's license
Brake systems understanding
Preventive Maintenance
Replacing parts
Troubleshooting skills
Fluid exchanges
Brake systems
Steering systems
Suspension systems
Exhaust systems
Welding
I did a lot of Welding while working at the board of Education