George Southerland
Sunderland,MD
Summary
Well qualified and versatile Maintenance Professional. Possessing Quality of Excellence skills in all tasks. Individual with high levels of energy, integrity and ethics. Able to evaluate, identify and follow tasks through to completion. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Comfortable with a multitude of tasks. Goal oriented team player with a proven track record which thrives in a challenging and changing environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Technician
Capital Electric Supply
Upper Marlboro, MD
08.2015 - Current
- Monitored fire alarm systems and responded to emergency alarms.
- Managed inventory of spare parts used in maintenance operations by ordering new supplies when necessary.
- Researched products online for purchasing purposes in order to obtain the best price available for supplies and equipment.
- Organized storage areas in order to maximize efficiency while minimizing clutter.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Assisted with the setup of conference rooms for meetings or events.
- Responded promptly to service requests from tenants or staff members regarding facility needs or emergencies.
- Maintained records of all work performed in a timely manner.
- Installed new lighting fixtures, replaced ballasts and bulbs as needed.
- Coordinated with outside contractors to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems, pumps, motors, boilers, chillers, generators, electrical panels and other related equipment.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
- Troubleshot and repaired plumbing issues such as broken pipes, clogged drains and leaking faucets.
- Reviewed blueprints or diagrams of facilities in order to determine optimal placement of tools and supplies.
- Performed minor carpentry tasks such as painting walls or repairing doors and windows frames.
- Repaired furniture items such as desks, chairs, filing cabinets when necessary.
- Operated forklifts to move materials around the facility as required.
- Completed maintenance tasks to keep electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems operating at peak performance.
- Consulted with managers to discuss major repairs to building operating systems.
Maintenance Technician
Arundel Lodge Inc.
Edgewater, MD
01.2013 - Current
- Complete repair services
- Preventive and scheduled maintenance on 32 residential homes, 2 story commercial building and 13 vehicles
- Respond quickly to emergencies (On call 24 hours, 7 days a week)
- Purchasing of maintenance materials
- Assisting care takers when needed
- Secure and lock commercial building
- Scheduling meetings with contractors for bids
- Coordinating city and state inspections with landlords and inspectors as needed, i.e
- Monthly, yearly
- In control of all keys pertaining to main building, homes and vehicles
- Also have replaced wax rings in toilets, replaced complete toilets, showers and soldered copper piping on shower diverters, install vanities, dishwashers, washing machines, basic wiring such as outlets, g.f.i's , 2 and 4 light ballasts, garbage disposals, changing filters in attic hvac units and returns, cleaning coils, change thermostats out, have experience in light carpentry i.e
- Closet and door trims, hanging new doors both interior/exterior, hanging blinds, patched asphalt drives, and concrete walkways.
Marine Construction
Edwin A. & John O. Crandell
West River, MD
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Conducted marine equipment testing on a regular basis
- Performed various performance and environmental tests on equipment and machinery to ensure compliance with company standards
- Conducted steel and aluminum boat construction and inspections
- Operate machines and equipment such as bob cats, excavators, small power boats and tug boats
- Operate power tools such as drills, chainsaws, air compressors and welding equipment.
Sheet Metal
Macon Metal
Capital Heights, MD
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Cut sheet metal to specified lengths
- Assembled and insulated duct into required fittings
- Operated equipment such as hydraulic punches, sheers', plasma cutters, welders, and drills.
Plumbing Assistant
K&L Plumbing
Chesapeake Beach, MD
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Cutting copper pipes and PVC to specified lengths
- Conducted soldering of copper pipe fittings
- Operation of tools such as hand saws, power saws, power drills, cutting torches
- Installation and removal of bath fixtures and toilets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern Senior High
Harwood, MD06-2002
Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- HVAC knowledge
- Plumbing Repairs
- Painting abilities
- Groundskeeping
- Preventive Maintenance
- Plumbing understanding
- Work order processing
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Equipment Installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Lighting Systems
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Power Tool Operation
- Drywall Repair
- HVAC Systems
- Welding abilities
Affiliations
- I enjoy spending time with family and friends
- Playing drums in 2 bands with regular shows lined up throughout the year
- enjoy Hunting and Fishing
- camping and being outdoors
- Riding my Motorcycle
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Facilities Technician
Capital Electric Supply
08.2015 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Arundel Lodge Inc.
01.2013 - Current
Marine Construction
Edwin A. & John O. Crandell
01.2005 - 01.2009
Sheet Metal
Macon Metal
01.2002 - 01.2003
Plumbing Assistant
K&L Plumbing
01.1998 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Southern Senior High
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