James Maness
Harkers Island,North Carolina
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Roses Vacation Rentals
06.2015 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure property safety.
- Performed repairs on HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical components to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with vendors for timely procurement of parts and supplies, optimizing maintenance processes.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
Painter
Maness Painting
01.2012 - Current
- Led team in executing residential and commercial painting projects, ensuring high-quality finishes.
- Trained new painters on safety protocols and efficient use of tools and equipment.
- Developed and implemented processes to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Collaborated with clients to assess project needs, providing expert recommendations for materials and techniques.
- Evaluated job sites prior to painting, identifying surface preparation requirements for successful application.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Laboratory Technician
Francis Research Lab
02.1998 - 03.2012
- Conducted experiments following strict protocols to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chapel Hill High
Chapel Hill, NCSkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Equipment installation
- Painting
- Apartment maintenance
- Maintenance scheduling
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Roses Vacation Rentals
06.2015 - Current
Painter
Maness Painting
01.2012 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Francis Research Lab
02.1998 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Chapel Hill High