Jacob Kern
Chester,VA
Summary
A driven and reliable individual willing to work hard and push himself. Proactive and enthusiastic with a positive attitude toward work and a firm motivation to perform. Eager to take on new projects, learn new skills and grow in knowledge. Capable leader known for integrity, service before self and a diligent work ethic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Director
Commonwealth Senior Living
Bon Air, VA
06.2024 - Current
- Plan and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
- Oversee housekeeping, formulate a cleaning routine for the entire building, and inspect the quality of work.
- Utilize CMMS to monitor and document work orders.
- Complete building inspections, including generator logs, water temperatures, and more.
- Work with and cultivate relationships with vendors, getting service contracts, and bids for work.
- Maintain attention to detail throughout the community.
- Understand and care for individual residents' needs.
- Respond to emergencies while on call.
Maintenance Technician
Virginia Nazarene Retreat Center
Buckingham, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Experienced utilizing a large variety of power tools and hand tools
- Maintained accountability of tools, supplies and equipment
- Performed preventive maintenance actions on buildings and equipment
- Operated heavy equipment to dig trenches, grade roads/dirt and transfer various items
- Evaluated daily functions and made adjustments to improve safety and efficiency
- Delegated tasks to maintenance team
- Completed tasks in a timely manner
- Possessed high physical exertion through heavy lifting and standing/walking for long periods
- Experienced in roofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and heavy equipment maintenance
- Responded to emergencies after hours
Aerospace Propulsion Journeyman
Air Force Reserves
Goldsboro, NC
10.2021 - Current
- Led a flight of 40 airmen as Dorm Chief through the entirety of basic training, keeping them accountable, ensuring timelines were met and information from Instructors was relayed properly
- Led others throughout technical training keeping them accountable, ensuring they displayed a diligent work ethic and maintained a respectable GPA
- Maintained accountability of tools
- Performed Foreign Object walks to ensure the safety of those around and prevent damage to jet engines and equipment
- Removed and installed various inner and outer components of jet engines
- Followed technical orders to ensure no steps were skipped
- Collaborated with others to problem solve to get a job done and in a timely manner
- Maintained a high standard of appearance, marching skills, organization, cleanliness, memorization and physicality
Director of Facility Operations
Discovery Senior Living
Bon Air, VA
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Utilized CMMS to monitor and document work orders.
- Complete building inspections
- Oversee housekeeping associates, create the schedule, and inspect the quality of work.
- Respond to emergencies while on call.
Delivery Driver
Papa Johns
Midlothian, VA
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Analyzed and ensured products are up to standards before departing on deliveries
- Managed delivery routes to hasty delivery times
- Utilized street maps to navigate the Midlothian area
- Maintained a high driving score by driving safely throughout the entirety of the shift, regardless of traffic and area
- Obeyed traffic laws to ensure the public views our company with respect
- Ensured the vehicle operated was in compliance on inspections, oil changes and other maintenance as required
- Addressed customer needs and complaints with respect and professionalism
Insider
Papa Johns
Midlothian, VA
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked with a team to effectively produce food for the customer in a timely manner
- Evaluated work space for cleanliness and organization to exceed standards
- Received over the phone and in person customer orders
Education
University of Richmond Coding Boot Camp - Full-Stack Web Development
University of Richmond
Richmond, VA09.2023
High School Diploma -
Thomas Dale High School
Chester, VA06.2020
Skills
- Superior Work Ethic
- Punctual
- Team Player
- Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Ability to Learn
- Action Planning
- Organizational Skills
Accomplishments
- Achieved an AFQT score of 95 on the ASVAB
- Earned Flight Chief Award at Technical Training for upholding standards and hard work throughout the entirety of the course
- Earned Distinguished Graduate Award at Technical Training for graduating with an average grade of at least 95%
Timeline
Maintenance Director
Commonwealth Senior Living
06.2024 - Current
Director of Facility Operations
Discovery Senior Living
03.2024 - 06.2025
Maintenance Technician
Virginia Nazarene Retreat Center
11.2021 - Current
Aerospace Propulsion Journeyman
Air Force Reserves
10.2021 - Current
Delivery Driver
Papa Johns
04.2020 - 06.2021
Insider
Papa Johns
06.2018 - 01.2019
University of Richmond Coding Boot Camp - Full-Stack Web Development
University of Richmond
High School Diploma -
Thomas Dale High School
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