Manuel Melendez
The Bronx
Summary
Dynamic building maintenance professional overseeing daily operations of complex facilities. Demonstrates strong leadership in supervising staff and conducting inspections to ensure safety and compliance. Committed to enhancing resident satisfaction through proactive service and effective work order management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent
Nelson Management Group
08.2024 - Current
- Manage daily operations, for a 360 unit building including boilers, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Supervise 8 union maintenance and porter staff, setting work schedules and performance standards.
- Utilize BuildingLink to track and complete work orders and maintain digital logs of repairs and inspections.
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors for repairs and special projects.
- Conduct regular building inspections to ensure safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.
- Serve as primary point of contact for residents and management, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Ensure compliance with DOB, HPD, FDNY, and all Local Law requirements.
- Support management in budgeting, purchasing, and operational planning.
- Enhance resident satisfaction through strong rapport and a proactive service approach.
Handyman
Lovett Management
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Responded promptly to work orders through BuildingLink for a 120-unit condominium.
- Performed repairs and replacements on PTAC units, actuator valves, heat sensors, thermostats, and full unit swaps.
- Handled plumbing issues including stoppages, waste pipe replacement, faucet repairs, and line flushing.
- Replaced and troubleshot electrical components such as light fixtures, switches, outlets, and GFCIs.
- Performed minor plastering and painting in common areas.
- Maintained tool inventory, ensured tools were functional, ordered supplies, and coordinated with vendors.
Maintenance Mechanic
NY College of Podiatric Medicine
East Harlem
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Maintained college and medical facilities in East Harlem, NY.
- Performed electrical repairs including fixture and ballast replacement and outlet troubleshooting.
- Completed plumbing repairs such as faucet and flushometer replacement and radiator maintenance.
- Assisted with housekeeping and general maintenance tasks.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on air handlers and boiler components (low-water cutoffs, mud legs, skimming valves, glass gauges, strainers).
Porter
Kenart Realties
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Maintained a 6-story, 60-unit residential building in Westchester County.
- Cleaned all common areas including lobbies, corridors, staircases, and elevators.
- Managed waste removal, recycling, and compactor rooms.
- Cleared roof and basement drains regularly.
- Assisted with move-ins/move-outs and supported the superintendent with maintenance tasks.
Maintenance Technician
NYC
- Worked as a Maintenance Technician every summer at 580 Fifth Avenue, NYC during high school.
- Assisted building engineers in maintaining a 36-story commercial property, performing cleaning, maintenance, and support tasks.
- These experiences shaped a long-term career in building maintenance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Manuel Ramos Hernandez High School
Puerto Rico01-2013
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Building inspections
- Plumbing repairs
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Work order management
- Vendor coordination
Certification
- EPA 608 Universal Certification, ESCO Institute, 01/01/15
- DEP Air Pollution Certification, ACI Institute, 01/01/16
- Superintendent Certification, Commercial & Residential Properties
- Handyman Certification, Commercial & Residential Properties
- P-99 Low PSI Oil Operator License, active
- S-12 Citywide Sprinkler System, active
- S-13 Standpipe System, active
- S-95 Fire Alarm & Related Systems, active
- FDNY Licenses, All FDNY licenses are current and active with no renewals pending.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Superintendent
Nelson Management Group
08.2024 - Current
Handyman
Lovett Management
11.2022 - 08.2024
Maintenance Mechanic
NY College of Podiatric Medicine
01.2017 - 03.2020
Porter
Kenart Realties
01.2015 - 08.2017
Maintenance Technician
High School Diploma -
Manuel Ramos Hernandez High School