Karl Schave
Joplin,MO
Summary
While working in the Alzheimers and Dementia community i have developed many skills ranging from record keeping to managing an entire buildings maintenance and automation. During my time in apartment maintenance, I was in charge of a minimum of 400 units and their upkeep. As an HVAC/R tech i developed great troubleshooting skills backed up by a great customer service mindset to always get the job done.
I am looking to continue to advance my professional career through meaningful, gainful employment with the right company.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Brookdale Assisted Living
02.2022 - Current
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Optimized resources usage, coordinating maintenance schedules across multiple departments to reduce conflicts.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Sunset Pointe Apartments/ Standard Management Co.
06.2017 - 12.2021
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
- HVAC-installs & repairs / crane lifts / golf cart repair/ swimming pools & spa-maintenance-repairs
HVAC Technician
Fosters Services
02.2011 - 05.2017
- Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough HVAC equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt and professional service for all HVAC-related issues.
- Installed new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings with precision and attention to detail.
- Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
Education
Photovoltaic Installer - Solar Energy Sources
OSHA
Las Vegas, NV11.2011
Universal HVAC/R Certification - HVAC/R
Quality Training Center
Las Vegas, NV04.2008
High School Diploma -
Kickapoo High School
Springfield, MO06.1986
Skills
- Codes Compliance
- Drywalling
- Documentation
- Equipment Installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Building Maintenance
- Project Management
- Tool management
- Supply Management
- Parts Replacement
- Hand and power tools
- Equipment Repair
- Residential construction
- Lighting Systems
- Roofing
- Service-oriented mindset
- Fire alarm systems
- Mechanical Repair
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Problem solving ability
- Boiler Maintenance
- Drywall Repair
- Air Compressors
- Mechanical expertise
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Construction management
- Machine lubrication
- OSHA
- Apartment Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Energy management
- Plumbing Repairs
- System installations
- Organized nature
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Facility Management
- Ventilation Systems
- Organizational ability
- Preventive Maintenance
- Pneumatic Systems
- Safety awareness
- Groundskeeping
- Troubleshooting skills
- Hydraulic systems
- HVAC Systems
- Air Balancing
- Door hardware
- Hand Tools Expertise
- Gas detection
- Power Tools Proficiency
- Electrical Panels
- Motor Controls
- Air Filtration
- Battery Maintenance
- Refrigeration Systems
- Pressure Washing
- Subcontractor Management
- Energy Efficiency Improvement
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Emergency Response
- Building Insulation
- Structural Reinforcement
- Willing to Learn
- Rigging Equipment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Metal Cutting and Shaping
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Brookdale Assisted Living
02.2022 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Sunset Pointe Apartments/ Standard Management Co.
06.2017 - 12.2021
HVAC Technician
Fosters Services
02.2011 - 05.2017
Photovoltaic Installer - Solar Energy Sources
OSHA
Universal HVAC/R Certification - HVAC/R
Quality Training Center
High School Diploma -
Kickapoo High School
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