James Kowalkowski
Davenport School District
Davenport
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Facilities Professional experienced in maintenance leadership and budget-conscious operations. Reduced downtime and enhanced safety through effective coordination of repairs, vendor support, and facility improvements. Committed to fostering safe, efficient environments that support learning.
Work History
Assistant Facilities Director
3 Years 7 Months- Oversaw vendor contracts, service agreements, and project coordination for facilities improvements.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems.
- Monitored work orders to prioritize repairs, reduce downtime, and maintain service continuity. All the while being conscious of the budget.
- Monitored work orders to prioritize repairs, reduce downtime, and maintain service continuity.
- Managed custodial procedures to sustain clean, healthy learning environments across campuses.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify areas for improvement or repair needs.
- Reduced maintenance downtime by establishing a preventive maintenance program for critical equipment.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing cost-saving measures and streamlining operations.
- Implemented energy conservation initiatives, leading to significant savings on utility bills.
- Oversaw construction projects from initial planning stages through completion, ensuring timelines and budgets were met.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by addressing facility-related issues promptly and effectively.
Maintenance Crew Member
15 Years 10 Months- Inspected equipment, tools, and work areas to identify hazards and support preventive repairs.
- Repair of water and sewer line leaks and breaks (both live and offline).
- Performed routine park, street, and facility maintenance to keep public spaces safe and functional.
- Maintained a fleet of trucks, tractors, grader, dozer, pickups, mowers, small engines, sewer equipment, fuel pumps, generators and power tools/hand tools.
- Maintained electrical and computer systems to ensure proper function of wells and sewer equipment pumping stations.
- Responded to service requests and completed assigned work orders with consistent accuracy.
- Assessed maintenance issues and coordinated timely repairs with crew members and supervisors.
- Followed safety procedures while supporting traffic control, site cleanup, and public area upkeep.
- Trained newer crew members on proper maintenance practices, equipment use, and worksite safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Increased team productivity through effective communication and collaboration on maintenance tasks.
- Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkle rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
- Testing of drinking water to ensure public safety following DOH standards.
- Worked with outside contractors, health inspectors, Department of Transportation and Local and State professionals to ensure public safety.
- Worked in a wide variety of leadership and teamwork roles, including Safety and task delegation assignments.
Education
- Pursued A Degree in Central Networking Systems
High School Diploma
Skills
Project management
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Positive learning environment
Facilities management
Team collaboration
Approachable demeanor
Conflict avoidance
Adaptability to change
Certification
Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement.
Timeline
Assistant Facilities Director
Davenport School District
12.2022 - 07.2026Read More
Maintenance Crew Member
City Of Davenport WA
09.2010 - 07.2026Read More
ITT Technical Institute
from Pursued A Degree in Central Networking Systems
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Pomeroy High School
High School Diploma
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