Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Language Skills
Timeline
Candidate’s Certification and Agreement
Disclosures
Legal Information
Legal Information continued
Consent and Release
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Michael P Houseman

Byron Center,United States of America

Summary

As an electrician of 31years, I have gained many skills in the electrical trade, supplying power to HVAC/equipment, and many other types of equipment as well as some trouble shooting and print reading experience. Also worked in maintenance position for the 12 years. I performed monthly HVAC filter checks and replacements, as well as installing new plumbing fixtures, cleaning drains, servicing sprinkler systems, drywall, roofing, semi-trailer, office trailer repairs, snow removal, painting, ceramic tile installations. I have many years of personal experience in auto and small engine repair and maintenance.

Professional maintenance worker with strong expertise in building upkeep, repair, and preventative maintenance. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teams, adapting to changing needs while ensuring efficient and reliable operation of facilities. Skilled in HVAC systems, electrical troubleshooting, plumbing, and general repairs, bringing reliability and precision to each task. Known for hands-on approach and focus on achieving tangible results.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance/Custodial Worker

Kent Consortium
Byron Center, MI
11.2015 - Current
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities for cleanliness and maintenance needs.
  • Collaborated with management to enhance facility upkeep and service quality.
  • Resolved issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through consistent punctuality, reliability, and professionalism.
  • Assisted in the setup and breakdown of event spaces, contributing to successful events at the facility.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex HVAC issues, enhancing problem-solving capabilities.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing emergency repairs and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.

Journeyman Electrician

Buist Electric
Byron Center, MI
11.1994 - 11.2015
  • Worked on industrial and commercial projects. Tasks included print reading, job layout, conduit bending, wire pulling, heavy machine and switchgear moving and installation, and supervising apprentices.
  • Licensed journeyman electrician with 31 years of commercial experience. Adept in performing electrical installations and maintenance repairs in plant facilities; knowledgeable in all areas of the national code; and excels in problem solving with various electrical controls and systems. Strong ability to work separately in the absence of supervision or as a team member.
  • 2 years at Buist Elec. working in grounds and building maintenance.
  • Reason for Leaving: Would like get into a full-time maintenance position.
  • Ensured compliance with local and national electrical codes during installations and repairs.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex electrical issues efficiently.
  • Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial settings.

Ceilings & acoustical ceramic tile installer, drywall installer

Heyboer & Bolt
Grand Rapids, MI
04.1990 - 10.1992
  • Learned ceramic tile trade and learn to install drywall and some framing.
  • Reason for Leaving: better position and pay

Education

H.S. Diploma -

Byron Center High School

electrical trade

GRCC
11.1998

Language Skills

Do you know any language other than English? No

Timeline

Maintenance/Custodial Worker

Kent Consortium
11.2015 - Current

Journeyman Electrician

Buist Electric
11.1994 - 11.2015

Ceilings & acoustical ceramic tile installer, drywall installer

Heyboer & Bolt
04.1990 - 10.1992

electrical trade

GRCC

H.S. Diploma -

Byron Center High School

Candidate’s Certification and Agreement

Certification of Truthfulness: I certify that all statements on this Application for Employment are made truthfully and without evasion, and further understand and agree that such statements may be investigated and, if found to be false, will be sufficient reason for not being employed or, if employed, may result in my dismissal. Authorization for Employment Information: I hereby authorize the school district to make inquiry to my current or former employer or employers regarding unprofessional conduct and request any associated documents. I further realize that my failure to agree to the release form or to provide accurate information regarding my current and past employer(s) will result in non-consideration of my application for employment. Physical Examination and Testing: If a position is offered, I agree to submit myself, upon request, for physical examination by a physician appointed by the school district and to execute appropriate releases for that purpose. I also agree to participate in any aptitude or other testing the school district believes will assist in hiring or placement decisions. Criminal Records Check: I agree to execute an authorization for this employer to secure criminal conviction history and any record of referrals to first offender programs from the appropriate law enforcement agency, should the school district determine it is necessary to do so. I, Michael Houseman, agree to all of the terms above. Kent Consortium does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, height, weight and marital status in its programs and activities.

Disclosures

  • Contract Status: Are you currently under contract? No
  • Professional Status: Have you obtained tenure status in any other School District? No
  • Have you ever been denied tenure? No
  • Have you ever had a teaching certificate or teaching license revoked or suspended? No
  • Have you ever failed to be rehired, been asked to resign a position, resigned to avoid termination, or terminated from employment? No
  • Are you a relative of any board member, administrator, or supervisor who is currently serving the School District? No
  • Can you perform all the essential job function(s) of the position(s) for which you are applying, with or without reasonable accommodation? Yes

Legal Information

  • Have you been convicted of a crime? No
  • Have you ever been arrested for a felony? No
  • Felonious assault on a child, child abuse in any degree, or an attempt to commit child abuse in any degree: No
  • Cruelty, torture, or indecent exposure involving a child: No
  • Delivery of a narcotic to a minor or student or within 1,000 feet of school property: No
  • Breaking and entering: No
  • Knowingly allowing a minor to consume or possess alcohol or a controlled substance at a social gathering: No
  • Accosting, enticing, or soliciting a child for an immoral purpose: No
  • Larceny from a vacant dwelling: No
  • Assault; assault and battery: No
  • Assault; infliction of serious injury: No
  • Selling or furnishing alcoholic liquor to a person less than 21 years of age: No
  • Listed Offenses: No
  • Accosting, enticing, or soliciting a child for immoral purposes: No
  • Involvement in child sexually abusive activity or material: No
  • A third or subsequent violation of any combination of engaging in obscene or indecent conduct in public, indecent exposure, or a local ordinance substantially corresponding to either offense: No
  • First, second, third, or fourth degree Criminal Sexual Conduct: No
  • Assault with intent to commit Criminal Sexual Conduct: No
  • If the victim is less than 18 years of age, the crime of gross indecency (except for a juvenile disposition or adjudication), kidnapping, sodomy, or soliciting another for prostitution: No
  • Leading, enticing, or carrying away a child under 14 years of age: No
  • Pandering: No
  • Any other violation of a state law or local ordinance constituting a sexual offense against an individual less than 18 years of age: No
  • An offense committed by a sexually delinquent person: No
  • An attempt or conspiracy to commit one of the offenses listed above: No

Legal Information continued

  • Notice to All Candidates: Before any candidate may begin work, the person must be able to verify, under Federal law, that he/she is authorized to work in the United States. All candidates offered a position with a school district will have to document their authorization to work before the hiring process will be complete.
  • Notice of Handicapper Rights: Michigan law requires that you notify the school district in writing within 182 days after you know or should have known that an accommodation for a disability will be necessary to perform the duties of the position for which you are applying.
  • Notice of Medical Examination: Any job you are offered by the school district will be conditional on the results of a medical examination if one is requested. The medical exam will be completed before you begin work on your job.

Consent and Release

  • ACKNOWLEDGMENT, AUTHORIZATION, CONSENT AND RELEASE FOR PRE-EMPLOYMENT INVESTIGATION
  • I, Michael Houseman, the undersigned candidate for employment with the School District (the 'District'), acknowledge, authorize and give my voluntary consent to a pre-employment investigation to be conducted by the District’s employees or agents for the purpose of confirming and verifying the contents of my application for employment, resume and/or letter of interest submitted by me and/or to confirm or verify any verbal representations made or to be made by me with respect to my consideration for employment with the District.
  • References: I authorize and give my voluntary consent to the District’s investigating employees or agents to contact any or all of my personal references, current and former employer(s), current and previous educational institution(s) attended and any other person(s) and organization(s) as deemed necessary by the District’s investigating employees or agents for the purpose of making pre-employment inquiries and obtaining information concerning my character, reputation, certification, licensure, academic and/or work record and experience.
  • Disclosure of Information: I authorize and give my voluntary consent to the disclosure of any information, written or verbal, and/or any documentation regarding my character, reputation, work and work experience record(s), disciplinary record(s) (including, but not limited to, records of unprofessional conduct), and academic record(s) from any entity or person, including my current and former employer(s) and current and previous educational institution(s) attended, upon the request of the District’s employees or agents conducting the pre-employment investigation.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Approvals: I also authorize and give my voluntary consent to the District’s investigating employees or agents of the District to contact the Michigan Department of Education, the Michigan Secretary of State and any other licensing or regulatory agencies to verify the existence and validity of any certificates, licenses and/or approvals possessed by me and required in the assignment for which I am making application. This consent shall include authorization to receive copies of any such certificates, licenses and/or approvals as well as any documents relating to any previous, current or pending proceedings pertaining to the limitation, suspension and/or revocation of such certificate(s), license(s) or approvals.
  • Child Protection, Law Enforcement, Judicial Authorities: I authorize and give my voluntary consent to the District’s investigating employees or agents to contact any child protection agencies or registries, law enforcement authorities and/or judicial authorities and to make pre-employment inquiries and to obtain any information and/or records related to me to determine if I have committed or have been convicted of any crimes and if there are any felony charges pending against me, including the nature of the crimes committed and/or the pending felony charges.
  • Criminal History Background Check: I understand and agree that:
  • 1. The District must request a criminal history check on me from the Michigan Department of State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation or may request a criminal history check on me even if not required by Michigan law;
  • 2. Until the aforementioned reports are received and reviewed by the District, I am regarded as a conditional employee; and
  • 3. If the aforementioned reports contain information that is not consistent with representation(s) made by me respecting either the absence of any conviction(s) or any crime(s) for which I have been convicted, my employment contract is voidable at the option of the District.
  • Personnel File/False or Misleading Statements: I acknowledge, understand and agree that if the District should employ me, my application for employment and other related information, as deemed appropriate for retention, will become a permanent part of my personnel file.
  • Further, I acknowledge, understand and agree that any representations, omissions or statements made by me during the pre-employment application and screening process which are subsequently discovered to be false or misleading, constitute grounds for discharge.
  • Waiver/Release of Written Notice of Disclosure and Unprofessional Conduct: I waive written notice of the disclosure of any disciplinary reports, reprimands and/or personnel actions from my current and former employer(s). This waiver shall be inclusive of a waiver of rights under Section 6(3) of the Bullard-Plawecki Employee Right to Know Act.
  • Further, I release any person or entity providing information and/or documents concerning my character, reputation, work and work experience record(s), disciplinary record(s) (including, but not limited to, record(s) of unprofessional conduct), and/or academic record(s) to the District’s investigating employees or agents pursuant to the pre-employment investigation, from any and all claims and/or liability whatsoever for any damages and/or consequences which may result.
  • Further, I release the District, its individual Board members, administrators, other employees and/or agents from any and all claims and/or liability whatsoever for any damages or consequences which may result from the pre-employment investigation related to my consideration for employment with the District which I authorize by my agreement below.
  • Further, I acknowledge, understand and agree that until the aforementioned reports are received and reviewed by the District, I am regarded as a conditional employee.
  • Further, I acknowledge, understand and agree that the subheadings of this document are not intended to limit or otherwise restrict or expand interpretation of this document.
  • I, Michael Houseman, agree to all of the terms above.
Michael P Houseman