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Work History
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Joshua Olson

Bend

Summary

Adept at keeping facilities tidy and clean. Effective at completing appearance updates such as replacing fixtures and painting rooms. Excellent mechanical knowledge and time management skills.

Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Facilities Technician 2

Bend Parks and Rec
Bend
09.2021 - Current
  • Maintained park facilities by performing regular inspections and repairs.
  • Operated machinery for landscaping and maintenance tasks effectively and safely.
  • Assisted in setup and breakdown of events across various park locations.

Playground Inspector

Maintain signage

  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and facilities management.
  • Trained new staff on safety protocols and efficient maintenance procedures.
  • Provided support during seasonal projects, including landscaping and facility upgrades.
  • Painted walls, ceilings, trim, and doors, and replaced fixtures to update building appearance.
  • Provided guidance to junior technicians on proper repair techniques and safety protocols.
  • Managed inventory of spare parts used in maintenance operations by ordering new supplies when necessary.
  • Coordinated with outside contractors to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget constraints.
  • Developed preventative maintenance plans according to manufacturer's specifications.

Journeyman Building Mechanic

Port of Portland
Portland
02.2009 - 07.2021
  • Maintained and repaired HVAC systems across various Port of Portland facilities.
  • Inspected electrical systems to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
  • Operated hand and power tools for building maintenance tasks and repairs.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent leaks and malfunctions.
  • Assisted in implementing preventive maintenance schedules for equipment reliability.
  • Responded promptly to service requests, ensuring timely resolution of facility issues.
  • Documented maintenance activities in digital logs for tracking and reporting purposes.
  • Repaired broken parts by welding or soldering them back together.
  • Assisted in remodeling projects by installing drywall or tiling floors or walls.
  • Installed new plumbing fixtures such as toilets, sinks, water heaters, and pipes.
  • Inspected buildings and equipment to identify problems and necessary repairs.
  • Repaired damaged roofs using appropriate materials such as shingles or tar paper.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
  • Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
  • Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
  • Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
  • Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.

Superintendent

Robinson Construction
Hillsboro
02.1997 - 11.2008
  • Managed daily operations on construction sites to ensure project timelines.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers for resource allocation and scheduling.
  • Oversaw safety compliance and enforced workplace safety regulations effectively.
  • Trained new staff on company policies, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
  • Collaborated with project managers to align construction efforts with design plans.
  • Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
  • Supervised staff including subcontractors and laborers on assigned projects.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously using effective resource planning techniques.
  • Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals to discuss plans and resolve design issues.

Education

Building Mechanic - Apprenticeship

Port of Portland
Portland, OR
01.2012 - 01.2014

Tillamook High School
Tillamook, OR

Skills

  • Preventive maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Project coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Staff training
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Timeline

Facilities Technician 2

Bend Parks and Rec
09.2021 - Current

Building Mechanic - Apprenticeship

Port of Portland
01.2012 - 01.2014

Journeyman Building Mechanic

Port of Portland
02.2009 - 07.2021

Superintendent

Robinson Construction
02.1997 - 11.2008

Tillamook High School
Joshua Olson