Harry Turnquist
Baltimore,MD
Summary
For the past 40 years have worked in building and construction and all types of repairs on the inside as well as outside . Working with a group of purpose driven people whose goals are to get the job done at the highest quality of standards with the companies welfare in mind ! Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 8 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance. Reliable team member experienced in maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. Skilled in troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving variety of issues. Professionally inspects and maintains electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems. Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 25 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance. Reliable professional with 18+ years of experience handling mechanical needs. Knowledgeable, dedicated and offering superior skills in Supervising and Managing
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Assistant
University Of Maryland Parking And Transportation
01.2020 - Current
- Organized storage areas and tool rooms to keep areas safe and fully stocked.
- Maintained safety conditions and standards in facility.
- Conducted basic repairs to plumbing systems such as leaky faucets and clogged drains.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts to restore equipment functionality.
- Inspected systems and equipment to identify unscheduled maintenance and repair needs.
- Circulated throughout facility weekly to identify light bulbs in need of replacement.
- Responded immediately to emergency repairs and other maintenance requests to minimize downtime.
- Maintained detailed logs and accurate records of maintenance and repairs performed.
- Maintain the cleanliness of our garages.
Manager
The Sky's The Limit LLC
02.2005 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Electrician
Mosley Electric Company
02.2016 - 12.2022
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Provided preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
Maintenance Worker
Housing Authority Of Baltimore City
09.2011 - 12.2019
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Replaced light bulbs in indoor and outdoor fixtures and checked smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for proper functionality.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
- Trained new maintenance personnel to safely and properly use equipment and tools and apply best practices.
- Worked with vendors to procure parts and materials for repairs, examining quality and performance.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Drove dump trucks, bobcats, forklifts and snow blowers.
- Repaired all of the equipment .
- Wired panel boxes.
- Operate boom trucks using the lift to turn of power when lines went down due to storms.
- Before every Re - Act Inspection my team and I would go to every development prior to the inspection to renovate houses and bring the grounds up to code.
- In my final 5 years I work ed for quality control. Assuring the the tenants and Housing Authority received the highest quality of work .
Education
Some College (No Degree) - HVAC Installation And Repair
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MDAssociate of Arts - Carpentry , Plumbing , Electrician, And Roofing
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD02.2014
Skills
- Wooden Structure Building and Repair
- Piping Systems Maintenance
- Concrete Forming
- Word Processing
- Painting
- Air Conditioners
- Facility Inspections
- Computerized Maintenance Management
- Safety Monitoring and Compliance
- Equipment Assembly
- Critical Thinking
- Alignment and Balancing
- HVAC Inspection
- Wiring Installation and Repair
- Facilities Painting and Repair
- Building and Wall Bricklaying
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Plumbing Repairs
- Emergency Response
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Reading Comprehension
- Concrete Pouring and Finishing
- Maintenance Work Orders
- Electrical Component Replacement
- Hazardous Chemicals
- Light Carpentry
- Site Installations
- AC and Heating
- Groundskeeping and Landscaping
- Maintain Equipment
- Carpentry
Certification
Fork Lift Operator Mc Calls Handeling
Journeymen Electric License
M..D. Drivers Licsence
Languages
English
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Maintenance Assistant
University Of Maryland Parking And Transportation
01.2020 - Current
Electrician
Mosley Electric Company
02.2016 - 12.2022
Maintenance Worker
Housing Authority Of Baltimore City
09.2011 - 12.2019
Manager
The Sky's The Limit LLC
02.2005 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - HVAC Installation And Repair
The Community College of Baltimore County
Associate of Arts - Carpentry , Plumbing , Electrician, And Roofing
The Community College of Baltimore County
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