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JAMES WALKER

Mammoth Spring,Arkansas

Summary

Accomplished Maintenance leader with 20+ years of experience in facility maintenance, electrical systems, HVAC, and industrial utilities. Skilled in preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and safety code compliance. Proven record of supervising teams, managing large-scale maintenance operations, and optimizing building and production facility performance. Adept at coordinating with vendors, overseeing multimillion-dollar equipment, and driving cost-effective maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend asset life. Recognized for strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant operations in manufacturing and facility environments.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Facility Maintenance

Royal Oak LLC
West Plains, MO
07.2022 - Current
  • Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems to ensure compliance and minimize downtime.
  • Executed maintenance inspections and reliability checks across a 550,000 sq. ft. production facility.
  • Diagnosed, repaired, and replaced defective parts to restore equipment reliability and extend asset life.
  • Partnered with vendors and contractors to coordinate capital projects and large-scale equipment repairs.
  • Maintained accurate records of work orders, inspections, and safety compliance activities.

Power Crew/Utilities

Caterpillar
Mapleton, IL
02.2014 - 06.2022
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on motors, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical distribution equipment.
  • Installed and maintained lighting, grounding systems, and control panels to meet safety and operational standards.
  • Troubleshot and repaired complex issues to ensure uninterrupted power generation and utilities supply.
  • Performed safety inspections to mitigate voltage irregularities, fire hazards, and regulatory risks.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams on system upgrades and reliability improvements.
  • Lock out/Tag out protocols

Building Services Foreman

City of Lancaster
Lancaster, Texas
01.2011 - 11.2013
  • Supervised daily building and grounds maintenance operations, including HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, landscaping, and structural repairs.
  • Directed and trained maintenance staff, ensuring all work met safety codes, regulatory standards, and city requirements.
  • Oversaw groundskeeping, landscaping, and exterior maintenance to ensure a safe and professional environment.
  • Collaborated with vendors and contractors to resolve facility issues, manage capital improvement projects, and maintain critical systems.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on building systems and equipment to minimize downtime and extend service life.
  • Supported municipal projects by coordinating facility upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and site maintenance.

Journeyman Electrician, Foreman, Business Owner

Local 134
Chicago, IL
01.1995 - 01.2010
  • Led teams of electricians and apprentices in installation, repair, and maintenance of commercial and industrial electrical systems.
  • Interpreted blueprints, specifications, and schematics to plan and execute construction and maintenance projects.
  • Assigned work, monitored performance, and provided technical training and guidance.
  • Managed budgeting, project scheduling, and resource allocation to complete jobs on time and under cost.
  • Utilized hand tools and test equipment to safely perform electrical installations in compliance with OSHA and NEC standards.

Education

Federal Board of Labor Journeyman Electrician License -

NECA Apprenticeship
Chicago, IL

Diploma -

Walker Christian Academy
Evanston, IL

Skills

  • Facility & Building Maintenance – HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, structural repairs, and grounds/landscaping maintenance
  • Preventive & Corrective Maintenance – Developing schedules, reducing downtime, extending asset and equipment life
  • Safety & Compliance – OSHA, NEC, EPA standards; risk assessments; safety inspections; regulatory reporting
  • Utilities & Systems Management – Power distribution, transformers, switchgear, water treatment, and control panels
  • Project & Capital Improvements – Planning, coordinating, and overseeing large-scale facility upgrades and equipment installations
  • Team Leadership & Training – Supervising maintenance crews, mentoring apprentices, assigning tasks, and evaluating performance
  • Vendor & Contractor Coordination – Managing bids, negotiating contracts, ensuring quality work and timely completion
  • Budgeting & Resource Management – Cost control, project scheduling, procurement, and materials management
  • Technical Proficiency – Blueprint reading, schematics, troubleshooting, hand/power tools, test equipment

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Facility Maintenance

Royal Oak LLC
07.2022 - Current

Power Crew/Utilities

Caterpillar
02.2014 - 06.2022

Building Services Foreman

City of Lancaster
01.2011 - 11.2013

Journeyman Electrician, Foreman, Business Owner

Local 134
01.1995 - 01.2010

Federal Board of Labor Journeyman Electrician License -

NECA Apprenticeship

Diploma -

Walker Christian Academy

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