Jason Tharp
Lebanon,OR
Summary
Dependable and energetic Maintenance Worker Professional with a broad skill set ranging from efficiency with manual labor to experienced administrative management developed through supervising multiple employees with different levels of experience. Mechanic who is known for attention to detail and producing quality work with consistent results.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance Worker
USDA Forest Service
01.2020 - Current
- Performs upkeep of 100,000 square foot facility including all buildings, grounds and related structures, fixtures and utilities.
- Works with/responsible for repairing large Air Handling Units, Fan Coil Units, Unit Heaters, Portable Heating and Cooling Units, Hydronic Pumps, Water Heaters, Fume Hoods, Vacuum Pumps, Control and Laboratory Air Compressors , Deionized Water System, Pressure Reducing Valves, Backflow Preventers, Mini-Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems and Chemical Treatment Systems.
- Manages Control Air Filter and/or Driers and Laboratory Air Filter and/or Drier maintenance with Schneider Computer System in large buildings with special requirements such as areas with sensitive equipment.
- Evaluates and performs plumbing maintenance/repair work on dirty traps, sections of broken pipe and tile, clogged pipe and fixtures, leaky faucets and drains such as removing, cleaning, replacing, packing and sealing defective parts of utility, supply and disposal.
- Maintains and repairs sprinkler systems
- Installs/repairs pressure producing valves, hot water heaters, circulating pumps, drinking fountains, urinals, dishwashers and sump pumps.
- Responsible for proper handling of specific hazardous waste by collecting, storing, moving, labeling with dates, segregating, preparing turn in documents, maintaining records and overseeing emergency action involving florescent tubes, asbestos tile, drywall mastic and chemicals generated by research laboratory.
- Checks, maintains and repairs building safety equipment including fire sprinklers, fire alarms, access control systems and fire extinguishers.
- Maintains daily log of service contract activity, inspects contractors performance for compliance and satisfaction of contract specs and acts as liaison between contractor and contracting officer.
- Plans work to be accomplished by team, assigns work to fellow employees and establishes production or quality standards for the team's work.
- Provided outstanding customer service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions
- Regularly installs and relocates ethernet jacks, Construction of Cat 5 cables, troubleshoots and resolves Vlan switchboard issues for USDA Forest Service Network Connectivity.
Tire Mechanic
Les Schwab Tire Center
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Manages work with little supervision
- Performs diagnostics and repairs tire and rim issues using hydraulic machines, automatic air inflation stations and hammers
- Executes tire rotations, mounts and balancing on all types of vehicles to ensure safety and maximize customer service satisfaction
- Evaluates brake systems and installs and/or repairs parts such as calipers, pads and drums for optimal performance using sockets, wrenches and air gun hand tools
- Uses measuring instruments to inspect parts
- Unloads incoming inventory with weight range up to 2000 lbs using body strength, hand truck or fork lift and distributes products to necessary locations
- Performs simple carpentry tasks, including installing shelves, hooks and metal racks as necessary
- Meets business deadlines daily while working in high-pressure environment
Service Drive Manager
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Routinely inspected, documented and addressed safety and building maintenance concerns
- Upheld team productivity and quality objectives by setting and maintaining clear benchmarks for service
- Successfully managed performance of 10 team members in multiple building locations and orchestrated hiring as well as on site training of new employees
- Orchestrated and led meetings to convey essential safety-related information, address occupational safety inquiries, issues or concerns
- Provided job estimates by conducting research efficiently and contacting vendors promptly
- Monitored and controlled office inventory to ensure adequate supply levels, timely product ordering and efficient management of company resources
- Ensured accurate warranty documentation was obtained, complete and submitted within timely manner
Assistant Manager
Les Schwab Tire Center
11.2005 - 10.2017
- Created and maintained daily, weekly, monthly and yearly budget plans to ensure business stays on target with financial forecasting.
- Performed management of business operations by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports, balancing accounts receivable and payable and ordering supplies
- Directed team of 12 skilled workers to ensure quality, compliance and safety consistently
- Painted exterior and interior walls of buildings and furniture using brushes, rollers and spray guns
- Conducted inspections of buildings, equipment and grounds for deficiencies, including potential health, safety and code violations
- Launched and facilitated cross training for all team members to attain their personal goals and improve business profitability
- Oversaw personnel recruitment, performance and scheduling
- Directed schedule of weekly projects and generated appropriate timelines to effectively meet deadlines
Technician Supervisor
06.2000 - 01.2005
- Evaluated circuit boards to component level using variety of instruments to resolve issues
- Integrated professional audio/video systems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues
- Reviewed drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals to identify technical requirements
- Tested alarm systems ensuring that they functioned correctly and responded when necessary to security concerns
- Monitored building security and safety by locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliances to prevent safety hazards
- Removed snow from ground during winter months to maintain clear and safe walkways and streets
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems
Education
Certificate -
Level A Sawyer
03.2022 - Current
Certificate -
Mine Safety Health Association (MSHA) Certificatio
05.2001 -
Certificate -
Tire Industry Association Certification
01.2005 - Current
General high school diploma - Carpentry, Auto Mechanics
Philomath High School
Philomath, Oregon 09.1996 - 06.2000
Certificate -
COR 1
05.2001 -
Skills
Time Management
undefinedTimeline
Certificate -
Level A Sawyer
03.2022 - Current
Maintenance Worker
USDA Forest Service
01.2020 - Current
Tire Mechanic
Les Schwab Tire Center
03.2018 - 01.2020
Service Drive Manager
10.2017 - 02.2018
Assistant Manager
Les Schwab Tire Center
11.2005 - 10.2017
Certificate -
Tire Industry Association Certification
01.2005 - Current
Certificate -
Mine Safety Health Association (MSHA) Certificatio
05.2001 -
Certificate -
COR 1
05.2001 -
Technician Supervisor
06.2000 - 01.2005
General high school diploma - Carpentry, Auto Mechanics
Philomath High School
09.1996 - 06.2000