Michel Lacasse
Middletown Md,MD
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Inspector
Frederick County Government
Frederick, MD
07.2020 - Current
- Inspected residential and commercial buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable building codes.
- Conducted on-site investigations and monitored construction activities to verify code compliance.
- Reviewed blueprints, plans, and drawings for new construction projects and alterations of existing structures.
- Provided technical assistance regarding building codes, zoning ordinances, and other related regulations to contractors and homeowners.
- Identified potential safety hazards in buildings due to noncompliance with local codes or standards.
- Performed re-inspections to ensure that corrections have been made in accordance with the approved plans.
- Investigated complaints of violations of building codes from citizens or government officials.
- Documented findings on inspection reports and issued violation notices when necessary.
- Issued certificates of occupancy following successful completion of inspections.
- Developed recommendations for changes in local ordinances and state laws governing building practices.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections performed as well as any enforcement actions taken.
- Participated in public hearings involving proposed changes in local ordinances or state laws relating to buildings.
- Reviewed applications for permits submitted by property owners or contractors prior to issuing them.
- Interpreted plans and specifications according to established guidelines for determining code compliance.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Conducted inspections of buildings, equipment and grounds for deficiencies and evaluated for potential health, safety and code violations.
- Performed inspections of current construction, refurbishment, and repair projects.
- Checked site permits and licenses of operating contractors.
- Documented violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
- Gave information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
- Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
Maintenance Technician
Frederick County Government
Frederick, MD
01.2015 - 06.2020
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
Field Supervisor
Rule 4
Columbia, MD
11.2000 - 12.2014
- Supervised and coordinated daily activities of field personnel to ensure efficient operations.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored safety policies and procedures for all field staff.
- Conducted regular meetings with field staff to review work performance, discuss issues, and identify training needs.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided guidance to team members on job-related tasks, techniques, best practices.
- Monitored project progress against established timelines and budgets.
- Interpreted engineering drawings, specifications and standards related to projects.
- Organized resources including equipment, materials and personnel in support of project objectives.
- Resolved operational problems by analyzing data; identifying solutions; recommending corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate records of employee timecards, leave requests.
- Evaluated employees' performance through periodic reviews; took appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.
- Assigned duties to field personnel according to their qualifications or experience level.
- Reviewed reports from subordinate supervisors regarding the status of projects or other matters related to the field operations department.
- Coordinated with vendors, suppliers in order to procure necessary supplies or services required for successful completion of assigned tasks, projects.
- Developed strategies for improving operational efficiency in the field operations department.
- Analyzed customer feedback regarding quality of service provided by field personnel.
- Tracked inventory levels of parts and supplies used in the field operations department.
- Performed maintenance checks on vehicles used by field personnel.
- Investigated accidents or incidents that occurred in the workplace; documented findings accordingly.
- Managed contractors working on site according to terms specified in contracts.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from customers regarding services provided by the company's field operations department.
- Assigned work to field employees, based on material or work requirements for specific jobs.
- Supervised, coordinated, or scheduled activities of field team workers.
- Analyzed worker or production problems and recommended solutions for improving procedures or implementing motivational plans.
- Maintained positive vendor relationships and open lines of communication to enable resource availability.
- Monitored timelines, set up order of operations and managed field schedules.
- Ordered or requisitioned supplies or materials.
- Completed projects milestones on time by keeping team members on task and operating with efficiency.
- Resolved customer issues and built strong, productive relationships with project stakeholders.
- Developed successful resolutions for issues that arose during field operations.
- Conferred with management, technical personnel or contractors to resolve problems or coordinate operations.
- Estimated materials or worker requirements to complete jobs.
- Read specifications, blueprints or schematics to determine project requirements or to plan procedures.
- Troubleshot with fault isolation techniques and utilized remote test systems to isolate and resolve ongoing issues.
- Liaised with project managers and clients, ensuring expectations and deadlines were met.
- Coordinated with HR to address personnel issues, fostering a positive work environment.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents by a significant percentage.
- Initiated cost-saving strategies, contributing to budget efficiency.
- Evaluated team performance, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
- Prepared and submitted detailed progress reports to senior management.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
- Fostered strong communication between field and office staff, enhancing project coordination and execution.
- Implemented innovative technologies and methods, increasing operational efficiency.
- Negotiated with suppliers and contractors, securing favorable terms and quality materials.
- Managed equipment and materials inventory, ensuring availability and optimal use.
- Conducted risk assessments, identifying potential project hazards and implementing mitigation measures.
- Monitored weather conditions, adjusting work plans as necessary to ensure safety and progress.
- Provided technical guidance to field staff, enhancing team skill levels and project outcomes.
- Oversaw daily field operations, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Conducted regular site inspections to maintain quality control standards.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of field personnel to guarantee efficient task execution.
- Developed work schedules, assigning tasks based on personnel skills and project requirements.
- Enforced compliance with local, state, and federal regulations on all projects.
- Resolved field issues promptly, minimizing delays and cost overruns.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
General Construction Worker
Union 218
Boston, MA
01.1982 - 10.2000
- Installed drywall panels, finished drywall, sanded and painted walls and ceilings. insulation boards and other wall components according to blueprints or verbal instructions.
- Operated power tools such as drills, saws, grinders, sanders, hammers and any other necessary equipment for construction projects.
- Erected scaffolding around buildings for workers to access higher levels during construction projects.
- Measured material lengths accurately with tape measures before cutting them into specified sizes.
- Assembled metal frames for structures such as walls and roofs prior to installation on-site.
- Performed demolition work on existing structures when needed using jackhammers or sledgehammers.
- Repaired damaged parts of buildings by replacing broken tiles or boards as instructed by supervisors.
- Cleaned up debris at the end of each shift in order to keep worksites safe and organized.
- Collaborated with other workers in order to ensure successful completion of tasks within deadlines.
- Checked all materials used for any defects before starting a project.
- Ensured that safety regulations were strictly followed while performing duties.
- Used ladders safely when working at heights.
- Adhered to all company policies regarding safety procedures.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Assisted with roofing work by laying down tarps and shingles.
Skills
- Building Maintenance
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Commercial construction experience
- Parts Replacement
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Drywalling
- Groundskeeping
- Field maintenance
- Roof maintenance
- Safety awareness
- Residential construction
- Lighting Systems
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Project Management
- Grounds upkeep
- Plumbing repair
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Construction management
- Facility Management
- Power and hand tool use
- Gas detection
- Problem solving ability
- Understanding schematics
- Generator maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Drywall Repair
- Flooring repair
- Roofing
- Plumbing Repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Machinery Operation
- Bush Hogging
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Building and Structural Repair
- Door installation
- Wood framing
Languages
Spanish
Limited
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Building Inspector
Frederick County Government
07.2020 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Frederick County Government
01.2015 - 06.2020
Field Supervisor
Rule 4
11.2000 - 12.2014
General Construction Worker
Union 218
01.1982 - 10.2000
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