Joseph Huss
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Hardworking in everything I do. Bringing many years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Patterson Logistics Services
10.2021 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- 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.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
Construction Laborer
I. Beiler Home Improvements
03.2018 - 07.2020
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Assembled and disassembled scaffolding and ladders to guarantee safety of workers while performing tasks at heights.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
Maintenance/School Custodian
Manhiem Twp School District
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Assembled basic furniture and supplies for offices and other multi-use rooms.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
Driver
Excentia Human Services
03.2011 - 04.2016
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Complied with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in safe and courteous manner.
- Aided passengers with disabilities or special needs.
- Diffused potential passenger disputes with fairness and professionalism.
Assistant Machine Operator
RR Donnelley And Sons
05.1996 - 11.2007
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
Maintenance Technician
Boyde-Wilson Property Management
07.1984 - 07.1989
- 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.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
JP McCaskey High School
Lancaster, Pa.06.1983
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Repairing
- Removing Trash
- Drywall Painting
- Installation
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Wooden Structure Building and Repair
- Apartment Painting
- Replacing Parts
- Machine Maintenance and Repair
- Equipment Maintenance
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Equipment Assembly
- Facility Upkeep
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Equipment Repair
- Residential Construction
- Equipment Installation
In my spare time I enjoy playing music, writing songs, and singing.
I've played guitar and have been singing since I was a little boy in the kitchen, gathered around my dad while he and his brothers played and sang. What a great experience growing up!
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Patterson Logistics Services
10.2021 - 01.2023
Construction Laborer
I. Beiler Home Improvements
03.2018 - 07.2020
Maintenance/School Custodian
Manhiem Twp School District
06.2016 - 03.2018
Driver
Excentia Human Services
03.2011 - 04.2016
Assistant Machine Operator
RR Donnelley And Sons
05.1996 - 11.2007
Maintenance Technician
Boyde-Wilson Property Management
07.1984 - 07.1989
High School Diploma -
JP McCaskey High School
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