JAMES LAUDERDALE
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
A dedicated and experienced maintenance worker with 10+ years of expertise in performing routine and preventative maintenance across various building systems, including plumbing, electrical, and minor repairs, with a strong focus on troubleshooting issues and ensuring optimal facility functionality
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Property Manager
Saunders Studios
06.2020 - Current
- .Handle tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Revise developed comprehensive preventative maintenance programs to prolong the lifespan of building systems and reduce costly emergency repairs.
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with local authorities, ensuring prompt attention to code violations or other regulatory matters affecting the property''s operations.
- Enforce comprehensive emergency response plan, improving preparedness for unexpected events.
- Enhance event users' satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Monitor booked events at venue and implemented corrective action to maintain order.
- Oversee progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Perform janitorial and coordinated with third-parties on maintenance and upkeep.
Maintenance Worker
New York City Housing Authority, NYCHA
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs to identify required repairs.
- Repaired windows and sashes.
- Maintained apartment functionality by repairing leaking faucets, eliminated pipe clogs and toilet malfunctions.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects with deadline constraints.
- Contributed to overall safety and security by ensuring all doors and windows were appropriately locked and secured after move outs.
- Performed security checks with armed officers to ensure and maintain integrity of vacant apartments.
MAINTENANCE/HANDYMAN
START Treatment & Recovery Services
05.2013 - 11.2022
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully tackling a wide range of tasks, from plumbing and electrical work to carpentry and general home repairs, showcasing adaptability and expertise within the field.
- Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, and applied wallpaper.
- Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
- Collaborated with other handymen to complete larger projects efficiently while ensuring high-quality results.
- Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
- Consistently met deadlines for assigned projects by prioritizing tasks efficiently based on urgency and complexity.
- Completed carpentry projects with precision and efficiency, resulting in well-constructed furniture pieces for the offices.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Assisted in the training of new handymen by sharing knowledge and best practices for completing various tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Streamlined project execution by carefully planning work schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks without compromising on quality.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
ORDER PROCESSER/CUSTODIAL/ MAINTENANCE
LANDBROT BAKERY LLC
03.2013 - 09.2013
- Processed Wholesale orders, Made deliveries using company vehicle, Cleaned bakery, General Maintenance and repairs of building and property
SHUTTLE BUS DRIVER
CORPORATE SHUTTLE EXPRESS INC.
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Drive personnel to and from train station’s to work area or employee parking
- Keep log of bus maintenance, Time schedule as well as Employee’s use of shuttle bus service
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER / CDL TRAINING RECRUITER
LET’S GO DRIVING SCHOOL INC.
04.2010 - 11.2011
- Supervised office staff / Driving Instructors schedules Prepared students for their CDL Driving permit assisted Student’s with their driving schedules as well as Obtaining funding through various city and state agencies
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
GOTHAM CITY MORTGAGE CORP.
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Responsible for general upkeep of building including carpentry plumbing ,electrical repairs, Prepare and complete all painting assignments mop, strip, wax and seal floors on a weekly basis, Dispose of refuse following recycling guidelines, Pick up and transport supplies via company van when requested, Document and track repair issues to insure completion in a timely manner
- Contact appropriate in house departments to resolve all building issues and concerns
CLERK/ASSISTANT
LIBRARY CLERK N.Y.S
12.2006 - 08.2008
- Compiled records, sorted and shelved books
- Issued and received located /replaced material according to Number and title
- Scheduled and supervised clerical workers
MAINTENANCE WORKER
S.I.N. TELEVISION NETWORK
09.1984 - 12.1989
- Cleaned Offices / Minor electrical repairs, plumbing Changing office fixtures, moved furniture
FACILITIES CARE
NEWSWEEK MAGAZINE
06.1981 - 09.1984
- Changing of electrical fixtures, lighting, Floor tile and Carpet removal, Sheet rocking, Carpentry, Minor Plumbing Masonry, Move office Furniture and Equipment
Education
High School Diploma -
Bushwick High School
BROOKLYN, NYSkills
- Reading and Sketching schematics
- Diagnostics
- Testing
- Scheduling
- Estimating repair duration
- Soldering
- Welding
- Team player
- Analytical thinking
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Organization
- Time management
- Property management
- Property inspections
- Property tours and inspections
- Adaptable
- Valid New York State driver's license Class B Passenger, School Bus Endorsement
- Building operations
- Skilled multi-tasker
- Maintenance
- Commercial property
- Unit vacancies
- Decision-making
- Schedule coordination
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Work order management
- Minor repairs
- Plumbing repairs
- Plumbing
- Painting
- Flooring installation
- Fixture installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Cleaning
- Furniture assembly
- Building upkeep
- Safety procedures
- Relationship building
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanical repair
- Physical strength and stamina
- General Plumbing
- Task concentration
Certification
- N.Y.S. Drivers license Class “B” Passenger, School bus endorsement
- Certified Defensive Driving Instructors
- Carpentry / Building Maintenance
- Appliance Installation / Repair
- 10 Hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health
- D.E.P. Certification for Air quality Control
- GPRO Operations & Maintenance Certificate holder
Certifications
- Certified Defensive Driving Instructor
- Carpentry/Building Maintenance
- Appliance Installation/Repair
- 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health
- D.E.P. Certification for Air Quality Control
- GPRO Operations & Maintenance Certificate
Timeline
Maintenance Worker
New York City Housing Authority, NYCHA
12.2023 - 12.2024
Property Manager
Saunders Studios
06.2020 - Current
MAINTENANCE/HANDYMAN
START Treatment & Recovery Services
05.2013 - 11.2022
ORDER PROCESSER/CUSTODIAL/ MAINTENANCE
LANDBROT BAKERY LLC
03.2013 - 09.2013
SHUTTLE BUS DRIVER
CORPORATE SHUTTLE EXPRESS INC.
01.2012 - 06.2012
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER / CDL TRAINING RECRUITER
LET’S GO DRIVING SCHOOL INC.
04.2010 - 11.2011
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
GOTHAM CITY MORTGAGE CORP.
09.2008 - 09.2010
CLERK/ASSISTANT
LIBRARY CLERK N.Y.S
12.2006 - 08.2008
MAINTENANCE WORKER
S.I.N. TELEVISION NETWORK
09.1984 - 12.1989
FACILITIES CARE
NEWSWEEK MAGAZINE
06.1981 - 09.1984
High School Diploma -
Bushwick High School