James D Creekmore Sr.
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Experienced with coordinating building operations and maintenance activities to ensure optimal functionality. Utilizes effective communication and leadership to manage teams and contractors. Knowledge of safety regulations and preventive maintenance to maintain secure and efficient environment.
To be a team player generating the 3 D’s: Dedication, Determination, and Destination, to receive successful results. Looking for employment in which I can use my leadership skills and work ethic in a role where there is opportunity for growth and promotion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Manager Lead
Great Lakes Naval Station UH Division
03.2023 - Current
- Oversee daily operations and maintenance of facility, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated scheduling and assignment of staff for efficient building management.
- Managed operations, maintenance and improvement of properties.
- Established clear guidelines for tenant responsibilities when it comes to waste disposal practice which led to cleaner premises.
- Coordinated move-ins and move-outs, streamlining the process and minimizing disruptions to other tenants.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify issues and initiate timely repairs or improvements.
- Inspected grounds and facilities to identify necessary repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections to identify potential issues and address them proactively.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks, which included unclogging sinks and toilets, replacing door locks, and fixing heating and air conditioning issues.
- Managed and scheduled contract workers who completed building maintenance and upgrades.
- Supervised a team of maintenance personnel, providing guidance on tasks prioritization and scheduling repairs accordingly.
- Maintained a strong understanding of federal regulations, ensuring the property remained in compliance at all times.
- Performed regular inspections of facility and documented all inspection information in reports as with the OOC reports and A/C reports daily.
- Planned and scheduled general maintenance, major repairs and remodeling projects.
- Regularly updated tenants on upcoming events or changes happening within the building which resulted in increased participation levels.
- Enforced safety protocols throughout the building consistently resulting in reduced incidents or accidents.
UH Crafts and Trades
Great Lakes Naval Base UH Division
10.2021 - 03.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Make keys for ships when needed and key logs
- · Repair and install Safloks when required and repaired/replaced mother boards.
- Helping in the painting project of ship 6301 (cole) patching and repairing holes. Also taping and painting the rooms to make them look presentable for the students and staff.
- Trouble shoot washer and dryers and repaired if necessary.
- Repaired Stoves
- · Helped with cleanup of water in the 600 complex and 400 complex when pipes burst. Consists of vacuuming and squeegeeing water and mop and clean affected areas.
- · Performed supervisor role from January 2023- March 2023 when my supervisor was out. I handed out work and ordered materials we need for painting project, and made sure the tasks at hand were completed in a timely manner.
Warehouse Associate
Peer Bearing Company
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for efficient material handling and inventory management.
- Managed shipment preparation, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation of outgoing products.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain stock accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse layout for improved workflow efficiency.
- Pick and pack orders to prepare them for shipment
- Process orders on internal UPS/FedEx systems
- · Demonstrated commitment to customer needs, building productive relationships between the warehouse and Customer Solutions department, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Worked with demanding internal and external customers daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma -
Zion Bento Township High School
Zion, IL06-1995
Skills
Plumbing skills such as repairing and replacing toilets, sinks, troubleshooting problems on washers and dryers, repairing and replacing sinks and faucets Basic electrical skills such as replacing light bulbs, outlets, switches, relays, etc Carpentry and painting , such as replacing trims, moldings, drywall, prepping and painting and repair furniture box springs Locksmith skills; repairing and replacing locks, making keys, making cores for Safloks
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook I have extensive knowledge in AS400 systems I have training in the UH programs, EMH and Maximo, entering jobs in
Timeline
Building Manager Lead
Great Lakes Naval Station UH Division
03.2023 - Current
UH Crafts and Trades
Great Lakes Naval Base UH Division
10.2021 - 03.2024
Warehouse Associate
Peer Bearing Company
03.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma -
Zion Bento Township High School
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