Justin Gilpin
Matawan,NJ
Summary
Professional technician with high standards and focus on achieving results. Skilled in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for variety of systems and equipment. Strong team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and ensures reliability. Known for problem-solving abilities, mechanical aptitude, and effective communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Winfield Mutual Housing Corp.
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Conducted regular inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes and enhance efficiency.
- 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 safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
Landscaper
H D Landscaping
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Operated and maintained landscaping equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Biohazard Waste and Remediation Technician
Emergi-clean
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Effectively applied a range of different chemicals to disinfect items and areas of biohazardous waste.
- Demolition and rebuilds to structures damaged with fire and/or flooding.
- Removal of mold inside structures
- Clean up and removal of blood and other bodily fluids from crime scenes, suicides, etc.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
Technician
C.A. Power Equipment
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Build industrial machines; Fuel, operate, and maintain machines; Dispose of hydrofluids, oils and gasses
- Responsible for high pressure washing, steam cleaning, and liquid vacuuming
- Manage rental equipment services; Support mechanics in repair projects
Peer Tutor, Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) Success Center
Union County College
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Provided tutoring services for students in English courses
- Monitored academic center so that students follow rules and procedures
Student Ambassador, Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) Success Center
Union County College
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Monitored EOF independent study room so that students followed center’s rules and procedures
- Verified accuracy of tutor sign-in log in order to validate students’ hours spent on independent study
- Provided leadership in “EOF” boot-camps and new student orientations
- Served as mentor to guide new students in transitioning from high school and making informed decisions
Plumber’s Assistant/Apprentice
Lenny’s Plumbing and Heating
12.2011 - 09.2013
- Prepared job sites/cleaned up job sites adhering to OSHA regulations
- Cut and threaded metal pipe; cleaned fittings and soldered copper pipe
- Dug holes/drilled holes with hammer drill/cement work
- Replaced toilets, sinks, showers/shower stalls, water heaters/heating systems
Bather Cleanup Technician
Lauren’s Dog Spa
09.2007 - 12.2011
- Washed, dried and shaved dogs as well as brushed teeth and cut nails
- Provided friendly and efficient customer service
- Cleaned grooming stations, cages/runs, bathtub, and floors
Pet Caretaker
Woodbridge Vet and Animal Hospital
06.2009 - 08.2010
- Attended to doctors during pet exams and dispensed medications and injections
- Prepared surgery room and exam room equipment
- Cleaned, swept, mopped, and sterilized rooms of both hazardous and non-hazardous materials
Maintenance Worker
Rahway Housing Authority
06.2005 - 08.2007
- Assisted maintenance managers
- Operated liquid vacuum and provided industrial cleaning services
- General apartment building maintenance and landscaping
Education
Liberal Studies
Union County College
Cranford, NJ05.2016
Automotive Mechanics
Union County Vo-Tech
Scotch Plains, NJ06.2007
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Hand tools expertise
- Groundskeeping
- Willing to learn
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Winfield Mutual Housing Corp.
10.2024 - 09.2025
Landscaper
H D Landscaping
08.2022 - 09.2024
Biohazard Waste and Remediation Technician
Emergi-clean
06.2017 - 06.2022
Technician
C.A. Power Equipment
09.2016 - 05.2017
Peer Tutor, Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) Success Center
Union County College
09.2014 - 04.2016
Student Ambassador, Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) Success Center
Union County College
01.2014 - 08.2014
Plumber’s Assistant/Apprentice
Lenny’s Plumbing and Heating
12.2011 - 09.2013
Pet Caretaker
Woodbridge Vet and Animal Hospital
06.2009 - 08.2010
Bather Cleanup Technician
Lauren’s Dog Spa
09.2007 - 12.2011
Maintenance Worker
Rahway Housing Authority
06.2005 - 08.2007
Automotive Mechanics
Union County Vo-Tech
Liberal Studies
Union County College
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