Jorge Vargas
San Jose,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Maintenance Technician with expertise in preventive maintenance, plumbing repair, and emergency response. Committed to maintaining high customer satisfaction through efficient service and effective communication.
Skilled in maintenance and repair with background in efficiently resolving issues ranging from minor repairs to complex system faults. Possess advanced knowledge of various tools, equipment, and techniques relevant to job success. Strengths include problem-solving, time management, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet operational goals. Contributed to enhancing facility safety and reducing downtime through proactive maintenance strategies and quick response to emergency repair needs.
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance Technician
AvalonBay
San Jose, CA
01.2020 - 09.2025
- Would be in charge of painting new apartments leaving them like new.
- Help patch up wet stains on walls or cover holes with plaster.
- Also installed new hardware from lights, stove tops, to replacing old appliances.
- Always helped new owners around, showing how things worked and explaining the process.
- In charge of replacing old items to new ones based on how much they were used.
- Keeping grounds spotless
- Navigate those around the property such as construction workers, city inspectors, managers, and mail carriers.
- Fixed and repaired pipes
- Unclogged drains for kitchens and restrooms
- Being on call, meaning had the responsibility of being available in a 24/7 system to answer anyone’s needs during non work hours even during holidays.
- Good spokesperson skills due to having to give tours of the property throughout the year.
- Always having the customers happy even when situations were difficult.
- Performed preventive maintenance on plumbing and electrical systems to ensure reliability.
- Collaborated with vendors for repairs and servicing of equipment and facilities.
- Addressed tenant maintenance requests promptly to maintain high customer satisfaction.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance procedures effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and completed work orders efficiently.
- Implemented safety measures to comply with regulations and promote a safe work environment.
- Assisted in renovations and upgrades to enhance property aesthetics and functionality.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
Sales Associate
Macys Department Store
San Jose, CA
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions and sales to enhance customer experience.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems during peak hours.
- Trained new associates on company policies, procedures, and customer service best practices.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty to the store.
- Organized and restocked merchandise displays to attract customer attention and increase sales.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Education
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit Highschool
San Jose, CASkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Plumbing repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Appliance installation
- Customer relationship management
- Emergency response
- Team training
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Battery maintenance
- Organizational growth
- Apartment maintenance
- Documentation
- Maintaining components
- Plumbing
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Grounds upkeep
- Drywalling
- Hand and power tools
- Flooring repair
- Groundskeeping
- Painting
- OSHA
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- I enjoy connecting with people and sharing conversations. Love learning and listening to what others have to say. Enjoy cooking for myself and my fellow peers. Really simple guy that explores nature and has a passion for art/ picture. I often find myself working on myself for the better. Making connections is what I strive for seeing different people succeed motivates me.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
AvalonBay
01.2020 - 09.2025
Sales Associate
Macys Department Store
07.2019 - 12.2019
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit Highschool