Michael Thornton
York,SC
Summary
Dynamic and self-motivated professional with experience at Chestnut Hill College Athletics, excelling in equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Proven ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments while demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills. Skilled in preventive maintenance and emergency repairs, ensuring optimal operational efficiency and a safe work environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Crew Member
Chestnut Hill College Athletics
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
Crew Member
McDonald's Restaurant
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
York County Detention Center
Kitchen Supervisor
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Package Handling
Fedex Ground
04.2022 - 07.2025
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
Catering Supervisor
Wagner University
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Streamlined catering operations by implementing efficient processes for food preparation, service, and cleanup.
- Managed a team of catering staff members, ensuring proper training and adherence to company standards for quality service.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional catering services for various events, including corporate meetings and weddings.
- Ensured timely setup and breakdown of event spaces while adhering to all safety protocols.
Education
Business Management
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL06.2021
High School Diploma -
Olney High
Philadelphia05.1988
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Cleaning procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Window replacement
- Appliance repair
- Welding techniques
- Mechanical aptitude
- Vehicle maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Tile installation
- Roofing repairs
- HVAC systems
- Power tool operation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Pest control
- Hazard identification
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Carpentry knowledge
- Equipment inspection
- Equipment calibration
- Repair scheduling
- Plumbing repair
- Graffiti removal
- Machinery repair
- Repair and maintenance
- Power tool proficiency
- Light carpentry
- Landscaping and groundskeeping
- General Plumbing
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Scheduled maintenance
- Insulation installation
- Construction maintenance
- Supply ordering
- Gutter and drainage cleaning
- Plumbing
- Equipment storage
- Issue troubleshooting
- Roofing
- Residential construction
- Wiring and fixture repair
- Special event setup
- HVAC maintenance
- Emergency repairs
- Hazard reporting
- Equipment and system inspection
- Commercial construction experience
- Lighting fixture maintenance
- Project management
- Blueprint interpretation
- Plumbing repairs
- Mechanical systems
- Materials transport
- OSHA
- Construction management
- Drywalling
- Masonry work
- Electrical systems
- Lifts number pounds
- Project estimation and bidding
- Hand and power tools
- Record keeping
- Door installation
- Elevator maintenance
- Maintaining components
- Emergency call management
- Maintenance and repair
- Basic plumbing repairs
- Inventory management
- Repair work
- Landscaping maintenance
- Drywall repair
Timeline
Package Handling
Fedex Ground
04.2022 - 07.2025
Catering Supervisor
Wagner University
01.2008 - 01.2018
Maintenance Crew Member
Chestnut Hill College Athletics
Crew Member
McDonald's Restaurant
Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
York County Detention Center
Kitchen Supervisor
Business Management
American InterContinental University
High School Diploma -
Olney High
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