JERRY SMITH
AMADO,AZ
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
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Smith Home Maintenance
06.2015 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks.
Maintenance Technician 2
Green Valley Recreation Inc.
04.2010 - 05.2015
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
- Inspected fire extinguisher equipment on state-mandated schedule.
- Finalized work on building systems by completing basic carpentry and other finish work.
- Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
- Calibrated temperature and equipment settings to optimize performance.
- Determined new technique to streamline maintenance processes to increase workflow.
- Examined alarm systems and monitors to meet fire marshal standards and safeguard personnel.
- Reduced opportunities for theft and trespassers by securing entrances and exits.
- Checked for storm damage around property and contacted Facility Manager with findings.
- Studied system requirements to order components and parts and perform acceptance tests.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
Wallcovering Specialist/ Field Foreman
Interior Creators/ M.P. Painting
06.1983 - 10.2004
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Meticulously tracked materials and equipment used on each job site.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Planned project resources by assigning funds, materials and staff throughout lifecycle of projects.
- Attended 4 on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
- Arranged beneficial deals with suppliers for materials to stay within budget limitations.
Education
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Electronics Technology
ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN1994
High School Diploma -
Decatur Central High School
Indianapolis, IN01.1979
Skills
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Strategic Planning
- Industry Expertise
- Interior Renovations
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Remodels and New Construction
- Inventory Optimization
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Commercial Maintenance
- Project Oversight
- Punch Lists
- Thrive Under Pressure
Highly trained in use of multiple tools and job site safety
I was Safety Foreman for Interior Creators and took multiple safety classes for OSHA, IOSHA, Eli Lilly's, Raytheon, Dow Chemical and many other companies and hospitals to do sub-contracting work on their sites. (Slip and fall, Lifts, Lockout tag out, Harness rigging, Ladders, Respirator fitting, Fire, Evacuation routes, AED/CPR, First aid, etc.)
Trained on all basic hand and power tools. I also have knowledge and training of many specialty tools and ability to learn use of new applications and tools as they arise. I know electric, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing tools and metering/measuring devices, reading and understanding of blueprints.
Live by: Take care of your tools, your tools will take care of you. Safety first.
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Smith Home Maintenance
06.2015 - Current
Maintenance Technician 2
Green Valley Recreation Inc.
04.2010 - 05.2015
Wallcovering Specialist/ Field Foreman
Interior Creators/ M.P. Painting
06.1983 - 10.2004
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Electronics Technology
ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
High School Diploma -
Decatur Central High School
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