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Eric Payan

Eric Payan

Maintenance Handyman Custodian
Middletown,CA

Summary

Organized Team Leader with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Always adept at handling challenging and variable situations in the field. Disciplined and motivated to improve overall performance of self and team

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

School Custodian

Howell Mountain Elementary
09.2022 - Current
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Completed routine floor stripping, sealing, and finishing.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Assembled basic furniture and supplies for offices and other multi-use rooms.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
  • Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
  • Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
  • Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
  • Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
  • Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
  • Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
  • Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
  • Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
  • Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
  • Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
  • Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations, and transporting supplies.
  • Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
  • Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
  • Build or improve on facility structure such as sidewalks, plumbing, masonry and carpentry

Mason, Concrete Finisher, General Laborer

Priest Constuction
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Applied colored marble or stone chips, and powdered steel over surfaces to produce prescribed finishes.
  • Applied sealants or other protective coatings to waterproof or restore concrete surfaces.
  • Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
  • Operated drills, paving breakers, and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and door sills in freshly poured concrete to provide decorative finish.
  • Operated power vibrator to compact materials and create level bases.
  • Used rakes and shovels to spread, level and smooth concrete.
  • Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
  • Used polishing and surfacing machines to polish surfaces.
  • Signaled truck drivers to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete into constrained locations.
  • Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete and waterproof or restore surfaces.
  • Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
  • Mixed mortar to lay bricks, stones and concrete sidewalks.
  • Used straightedges and jointers to mold expansion joints and edges.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using correct tools.
  • Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
  • Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.
  • Installed brick and block walls in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
  • Contributed to increase in acquired projects by providing accurate and fair estimates and building client rapport.
  • Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
  • Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
  • Operated heavy equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials.
  • Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
  • Repaired and replaced damaged bricks, blocks and pavers.
  • Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 100 pounds to move job materials.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 100 pounds.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
  • Mixed cement for standard, volumetric, or pervious concrete.
  • Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
  • Estimated materials and labor costs for concrete projects to manage project budgets.
  • Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
  • Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
  • Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
  • Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
  • Reviewed all project documentation and blueprints to prioritize and schedule job tasks.
  • Engaged with customers and subcontractors and provided timelines for project completion.
  • Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
  • Monitored inventory of key tools and materials used at each project site to provide consistent availability.
  • Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
  • Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
  • Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
  • Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
  • Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Mentored new employees by providing guidance on safety and proper techniques.
  • Guaranteed on-time and under-budget deliverables by strategically managing projects.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Transported heavy materials using tugs, hand trucks and pallet jacks throughout work zone.
  • Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
  • Worked alongside staff to discuss and implement best practices and exceed team objectives.
  • Read work orders to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
  • Handled supply and equipment inventories and distribution for workers.
  • Solved and identified any complex issues that impacted management.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Carefully cut PVC and steel according to specifications, which in turn reduced wasteful spending.
  • Led steel welding initiatives and completed sheet metal projects accurately.
  • Led inventory processes to minimize project lags.
  • Generated daily productivity records and assisted senior leadership during executive decision-making processes.
  • Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
  • Expanded revenue by effectively prioritizing jobs and processing work orders.
  • Operated forklift to load and unload materials and equipment on trucks.
  • Diminished workflow gaps by maintaining welded frame and steady material flow through production lines.
  • Provided maintenance for construction equipment.
  • Followed written instructions to construct various types of equipment.

Groundsman

Pope Valley Tree Company
03.2017 - 08.2017
  • Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth, and improving appearance.
  • Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
  • Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
  • Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices, and parks.
  • Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
  • Assisted with weekly project planning and crew scheduling.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Worked Fire Mitigation and General Cleaning of large properties

Head of Maintenance Department

White Sulphur Springs Resort
06.2017 - 08.2021

Performed all General upkeep on all facilities buildings

Addressed complaints from Guests concerning any Building maintenance

Paint, repair, replace and rebuild any and all infrastructure of site

Develop and implement Fire Mitigation practice for 130 acres of mountainous land.

Managed well and water tank systems for site

Clean and maintain pool and hot tub systems including pumps and filters

Lead a team of 4 on all site and residence maintenance plan

All work done and completed in a timely manner

Maintenance

White Sulphur Springs Resort
05.2011 - 03.2017
  • Performed machine maintenance per preventive maintenance instructions.
  • Assisted maintenance personnel with repairs and preventive maintenance.
  • Truck maintenance
  • Accomplished maintenance manpower and aircraft maintenance actions using Integrated Maintenance Data System global data repository.
  • Led preventive maintenance, safety inspections and annual maintenance inspections.
  • Performed preventive maintenance.
  • Performed construction and maintenance tasks and assisted with facility and grounds maintenance.
  • Performed ongoing maintenance activities.
  • Followed routine maintenance checklist.
  • Performed daily equipment preventive maintenance tasks and designed and implemented maintenance procedures and programs.
  • Scheduled and performed equipment maintenance.
  • Completed gardening and lawn maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborated with maintenance and housekeeping teams.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.

General Laborer

Priest Construction
04.2000 - 04.2011
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Solved and identified any complex issues that impacted management.
  • Worked alongside staff to discuss and implement best practices and exceed team objectives.
  • Led steel welding initiatives and completed sheet metal projects accurately.
  • Mentored new employees by providing guidance on safety and proper techniques.
  • Carefully cut PVC and steel according to specifications, which in turn reduced wasteful spending.
  • Read work orders to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
  • Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
  • Followed written instructions to construct various types of equipment.
  • Transported heavy materials using tugs, hand trucks and pallet jacks throughout work zone.

Mason Helper

Lintner Masonry
05.1997 - 04.2000
  • Assisted with installation, repair and rebuilding of Masonry structures.
  • Readied surfaces for smooth installations by removing damaged materials and correcting minor imperfections.
  • Finalized installations with sealing agents and smooth lines of caulk.
  • Helped complete skilled work by coordinating needed supplies and equipment based on specific job requirements.
  • Spread grout between Masonry joints, removed excess materials and smoothed finishes for professional look.
  • Set up and removed support structures such as folding ladders and scaffolding.
  • Applied caulk, sealants or other agents to installed surfaces.
  • Arranged or stored machines, tools and equipment.
  • Mixed mortar, plaster and grout, manually, or using machines according to standard formulas.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Mason Helper

T And O Masonry
01.1996 - 04.1997

Mixed and supplied Mortar to Mason's on line

Supplied materials for Masonry work such as bricks ,block and stone

Loaded and delivered sand, gravel, cement, lime, rebar , scaffolding to job sites on company truck

Build and set scaffolding in accordance to OSHA standards for Masonry work

Education

High School Diploma - General Education

Middletown High School
Middletown, CA
06.1994

Skills

  • Basic Repairs
  • Waste Management
  • Punctuality
  • Groundskeeping
  • Chemical Handling
  • Facility Maintenance
  • Inventory Management
  • Building inspection
  • Client Communication
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Facility Access Control
  • Supply Management
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safe Chemical Disposal
  • Equipment Repair
  • Work Order Interpretation
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Custodial machine operation
  • Maintenance
  • Time Management
  • Snow Removal
  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Lawn Mowing
  • Customer service-focused
  • Policy and Procedure Enforcement
  • Facility Opening and Closing
  • Customer Service
  • Corrective Maintenance
  • Maintenance knowledge
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Floor Cleaning and Buffing
  • Waste disposal
  • Event Support
  • Floor polishing
  • Minor Repairs
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Hazardous Chemicals Handling
  • Problem-Solving
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Work Prioritization
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Building Maintenance
  • Work Orders
  • Room Setup and Breakdown
  • Attention to Detail
  • Damage Reporting
  • Job Status Updates
  • Timely Paperwork Completion
  • Skilled housekeeper
  • Crew Supervision
  • Team Collaboration
  • Pest Control
  • Employee Training
  • Power tool proficient
  • Chainsaw proficient

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

School Custodian

Howell Mountain Elementary
09.2022 - Current

Mason, Concrete Finisher, General Laborer

Priest Constuction
07.2021 - 08.2022

Head of Maintenance Department

White Sulphur Springs Resort
06.2017 - 08.2021

Groundsman

Pope Valley Tree Company
03.2017 - 08.2017

Maintenance

White Sulphur Springs Resort
05.2011 - 03.2017

General Laborer

Priest Construction
04.2000 - 04.2011

Mason Helper

Lintner Masonry
05.1997 - 04.2000

Mason Helper

T And O Masonry
01.1996 - 04.1997

High School Diploma - General Education

Middletown High School
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