Erik Townsend
Chico,CA
Summary
Experienced professional with a background in maintenance management, construction operations, and property upkeep. Skilled in project coordination, vendor management, and preventive maintenance. Strong focus on safety, quality, and fast resolution of repair needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Maintenance Contractor
Angies Stays
Chico, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Inspected rental units for maintenance issues and completed repairs before guest arrivals.
- Repaired plumbing, electrical, and appliance problems to keep properties guest-ready.
- Coordinated with hosts and cleaning staff to resolve urgent work orders efficiently.
- Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC, fixtures, doors, and safety equipment.
Owner
Townsend Construction
Chico, CA
09.2017 - 08.2025
- Directed construction operations, aligning schedules, budgets, and subcontractor coordination with project requirements.
- Managed client relationships, translating project goals into clear scopes, estimates, and deliverables.
- Oversaw permit compliance, inspections, and safety standards across active job sites.
- Reviewed bids, negotiated subcontractor contracts, and selected vendors supporting project quality.
Maintenance Manager
Independent
Chico, CA
06.2009 - 02.2013
- Directed preventive maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime and extend asset reliability.
- Supervised maintenance staff, assigning work orders and ensuring safe completion of repairs.
- Managed budgets, parts inventory, and vendor coordination to support uninterrupted operations.
- Implemented inspection schedules for electrical, mechanical, and facility systems.
- Prioritized urgent breakdowns and coordinated rapid response to restore production readiness.
- Evaluated maintenance logs to identify recurring issues and improve service consistency.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Documented inventory of spare parts to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Sales, Inventory
True Value Hardware Store
Chico, CA
08.2009 - 07.2010
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
No Degree - Engineering
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CASkills
- Power tool operation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Drywall repair
- Welding expertise
- Window replacement
- Flooring installation
- Plumbing repairs
- Fence installation
- Security system maintenance
- Locksmith services
- Roofing repairs
- Painting techniques
- Appliance servicing
- Lighting installation
- Time management
- Hand and power tools
- Repair and maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Repair work
- Valid Driver's license
- Power tool proficiency
- Scheduled maintenance
- Mechanical systems
- Safety management
- Safety protocols
- Issue troubleshooting
- Lighting fixture maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Insulation installation
- Basic mathematics
- Building maintenance
- Record keeping
- Preventive Maintenance
- Appliance repair
- General Plumbing
- Inventory management
- Plumbing
- Door installation
- Project management
- Tile installation
- Construction maintenance
- Welding techniques
- Painting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Residential construction
- Gutter and drainage cleaning
- Commercial construction experience
- Special event setup
- Construction management
- Hazard reporting
- Wiring and fixture repair
- Drywalling
- Project estimation and bidding
- Materials transport
- Basic plumbing repairs
Timeline
Independent Maintenance Contractor
Angies Stays
06.2024 - Current
Owner
Townsend Construction
09.2017 - 08.2025
Sales, Inventory
True Value Hardware Store
08.2009 - 07.2010
Maintenance Manager
Independent
06.2009 - 02.2013
No Degree - Engineering
San Joaquin Delta College