James Kirkland
Blairsville,PA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic Subcontractor
Kirkland Auto Repair
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
Industrial Cleaner
ABM Cleaning Company
08.2019 - 10.2022
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by adhering to established safety protocols during cleaning tasks.
- Managed waste disposal processes according to local regulations, minimizing environmental impact from operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability in learning new techniques for handling specialized cleaning equipment or chemicals when required.
- Improved employee health and productivity with routine sanitization of workspaces, reducing instances of illness.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough industrial cleaning and maintaining a hazard-free environment.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale cleaning projects within tight deadlines.
- Supported quality control initiatives by maintaining cleanliness standards in production areas.
- Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for industrial cleaning tasks.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
Industrial Cleaner
Chrissy's Cleaning Service
04.2015 - 12.2018
- Showcased attention to detail when inspecting facilities for cleanliness, identifying areas needing improvement or additional attention.
- Eliminated potential fire hazards by diligently removing combustible dust from machinery and surfaces.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts through responsible disposal of hazardous waste materials.
- Streamlined workflow processes by proactively identifying opportunities for increased efficiency within daily tasks and duties.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations, and transporting supplies.
- Managed waste disposal processes according to local regulations, minimizing environmental impact from operations.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough industrial cleaning and maintaining a hazard-free environment.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale cleaning projects within tight deadlines.
- Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for industrial cleaning tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
Education
Derry Area
Derry, PASkills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Inventory management
- Safety management
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
References upon request
Names and Phone information provided if needed.
Timeline
Mechanic Subcontractor
Kirkland Auto Repair
03.2023 - 08.2025
Industrial Cleaner
ABM Cleaning Company
08.2019 - 10.2022
Industrial Cleaner
Chrissy's Cleaning Service
04.2015 - 12.2018
Derry Area
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