John Pyle
Richmond
Summary
Resourceful Mechanic with 20 years of experience skilled in plumbing, electrical and HVAC repairs. Comfortable troubleshooting and performing diagnostics and working with sense of urgency. Committed to providing excellent customer service through warm and welcome environment and caring attitude.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Ridge Group Healthcare
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- 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.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Revamped workshop organization, leading to more efficient workflow and easier access to tools.
- Streamlined inventory management for spare parts, ensuring critical components were always available.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Fire inspection
- Service and replace P-tac units
- Turn rooms paint, sheetrock, electrical, floor machine, and snow removal
- Memory care
- Assisted living
Maintenance Technician
Brookdale
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Went back to Brookdale
Plumber
Total Plumbing
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
Maintenance Technician
Brookdale
01.2007 - 06.2017
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Reinstalling bathrooms and kitchens
Education
High School Diploma -
Lloyd Bird High School
Richmond, VA06-1991
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Hand and power tools
- Safety awareness
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Hand tools expertise
- Plumbing
- Power tools proficiency
- Drywall repair
- Painting
- Plumbing repairs
- Apartment maintenance
- Drywalling
- Door hardware
- Mechanical expertise
Certification
- Hughes HD Supply Forklift & Welder
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Ridge Group Healthcare
01.2022 - 02.2025
Maintenance Technician
Brookdale
09.2019 - 10.2021
Plumber
Total Plumbing
06.2017 - 06.2018
Maintenance Technician
Brookdale
01.2007 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Lloyd Bird High School
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