Ernest Robinson
Hampton,GA
Summary
Maintenance Supervisor with broad multifamily and facilities maintenance experience leading preventive maintenance, repairs, and resident service. Manages HVAC, plumbing, electrical, budgets, inventory, vendor coordination, and staff training while maintaining safe, compliant work practices and clear communication with property management.
Overview
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Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Elevate Greene
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised maintenance team for residential operations at Elevate Greene.
- Inspected building systems, equipment, and common areas for repairs.
- Directed preventive maintenance for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliances.
- Documented maintenance activity and communicated updates with property management.
- Trained staff on repair tasks, tools, and community procedures.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Established a system for tracking labor costs associated with each job completed by the team.
- Created detailed reports on machine downtime, root cause analysis, cost savings initiatives, and other relevant metrics related to production efficiency.
- Collected data to compile detailed reports for upper management and closely monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades.
Maintenance Supervisor
Lakeside Villas
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Inspected building systems, equipment, and common areas for repairs.
- Directed preventive maintenance for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliances.
- Scheduled vendors for repairs, inspections, and special projects.
- Enforced safety procedures and property maintenance standards.
- Trained staff on repair tasks, tools, and community procedures.
- Documented maintenance activity and communicated updates with property management.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Maintained records of repairs and parts inventory usage to optimize future planning efforts.
- Directed maintenance activities to provide continuous supply of heat, electric power or gas required for operations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Shannon Lake
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Researched new products or services that would enhance the company's ability to maintain its competitive edge in the industry.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Coordinated work orders and resident service requests across property.
- Inspected building systems, equipment, and common areas for repairs.
- Directed preventive maintenance for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliances.
- Documented maintenance activity and communicated updates with property management.
Maintenance Supervisor
Hannover Luxury Apartments
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Coordinated work orders and resident service requests across property.
- Inspected building systems, equipment, and common areas for repairs.
- Directed preventive maintenance for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliances.
- Scheduled vendors for repairs, inspections, and special projects.
- Enforced safety procedures and property maintenance standards.
- Documented maintenance activity and communicated updates with property management.
- Trained staff on repair tasks, tools, and community procedures.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
- Researched new products or services that would enhance the company's ability to maintain its competitive edge in the industry.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
1st Lake Properties, Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2005
- -Directed all aspects of maintenance operations for multifamily residential communities, ensuring the property remained safe, attractive, and in compliance with company standards.
- -Supervised, trained, and evaluated maintenance technicians while promoting a culture of accountability, safety, and exceptional customer service.
- -Managed daily work orders, preventive maintenance programs, unit turns, and emergency repairs to maximize resident satisfaction and property performance.
- -Oversaw HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance, carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance repairs.
- -Maintained maintenance budgets, controlled inventory levels, and negotiated with vendors to ensure cost-effective operations.
- -Coordinated capital improvement projects, contractor services, inspections, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- -Ensured all vacant units were completed on schedule and ready for occupancy, contributing to occupancy and revenue goals.
- -Performed quality-control inspections of completed work to ensure adherence to company standards and safety regulations.
- -Responded to after-hours emergencies and implemented solutions to minimize operational disruptions.
- -Maintained EPA, OSHA, and company compliance standards while enforcing safe work practices throughout the property.
- -Monitored pool operations, boiler and chiller systems, and building mechanical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- -Fostered positive resident relationships by resolving maintenance concerns promptly and professionally.
Lead Maintenance Technician
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
Louisiana, Missouri
02.1999 - 04.2003
- Helped maintain preventive maintenance for hospital equipment and building systems.
- Repaired electrical, plumbing, and HVAC issues in patient care areas.
- Handled urgent work orders for East Jefferson General Hospital facilities.
- Inspected equipment and reported safety concerns to maintenance supervisors.
- Monitored generators, lighting, and life-safety systems in healthcare spaces
- Trained maintenance staff on repair procedures and hospital standards
- Documented service requests and completed maintenance records for health system compliance
- Ordered necessary parts for repairs and installations.
- Repaired clogged drains and leaking pipes to maintain plumbing systems.
- Oversaw technicians and delegated duties.
- Monitored work order completion and worked with other team members on complex projects.
- Inspected and diagnosed malfunctioning heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration systems.
- Repaired electrical components of machines and equipment.
- Landscaped and maintained grounds, watering, mowing grass, and trimming hedges.
- Created and assigned work orders, delegated tasks, and supervised work.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and supplies required for maintenance operations.
- Completed maintenance tasks, including replacement of hydraulic and chemical pumps.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine High School
02-1989
Delgado Community College
Skills
- Maintenance Operations Management
- HVAC Installation & Repair
- Plumbing & Electrical Systems
- Preventive Maintenance Programs
- Budget & Inventory Management
- Vendor & Contractor Coordination
- Team Leadership & Training
- Appliance Repair & Installation
- Pool, Boiler & Chiller Maintenance
- Customer Service & Resident Relations
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, painting, and sheetrock repair
- Experienced in recovering, charging, and soldering A/C units
- Skilled in boiler and chiller chemical testing and maintenance
- Proven ability to manage maintenance budgets, capital projects, and preventive maintenance schedules
- Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving abilities
- HVAC systems
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Certification
- EPA Certified
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Elevate Greene
01.2023 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Lakeside Villas
01.2018 - 01.2023
Maintenance Supervisor
Shannon Lake
01.2014 - 01.2018
Maintenance Supervisor
Hannover Luxury Apartments
01.2006 - 01.2014
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
1st Lake Properties, Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2005
Lead Maintenance Technician
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
02.1999 - 04.2003
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine High School
Delgado Community College