Michael Wright
Beebe,AR
Summary
Analytical facilities maintenance technician lead with several years of experience keeping facilities and equipment in top condition to support achievement of business goals and objectives. Natural and trained problem solver with innate understanding of how things work. Proficient in hvac, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration and hot side equipment and always eager to master new equipment. Skilled in maintenance and repair with background in efficiently resolving issues ranging from minor repairs to complex fuel system faults. Possess advanced knowledge of various tools, equipment, and techniques relevant to job success. Strengths include problem-solving, time management, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet operational goals. Contributed to enhancing facility safety and reducing customer service downtime through proactive maintenance strategies and quick response to emergency repair needs. I am a results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities/Maintenance Technician
Maverik Adventure's First Stop
Little Rock, AR
12.2018 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from staff regarding facility issues.
- Monitored inventory levels for spare parts and materials required for maintenance operations.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies regarding safe working conditions.
- Ensured compliance with local codes related to health and safety regulations.
- Scheduled preventative maintenance visits on a regular basis.
- Conducted routine checks on building systems including HVAC, lighting, security alarms, fire protection systems and elevators.
- Identified cost-saving measures through energy efficient upgrades of existing equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or power outages.
- Repaired malfunctioning heating and cooling units by replacing worn parts and ensuring proper operation.
- Maintained records of all repairs and preventive maintenance activities in a computerized database system.
- Performed regular maintenance, inspection and repair of facility equipment, such as air conditioning systems, boilers, plumbing fixtures and electrical wiring.
- Developed relationships with vendors who provide services to the organization.
- Assisted with moving furniture, equipment and supplies within the building as needed.
- Performed minor carpentry duties such as installing shelves or repairing doors.
- Resolved customer complaints concerning facilities services provided.
- Provided technical assistance to other departments in resolving operational issues with facility infrastructure components.
- Prepared reports on work completed and any problems encountered during maintenance activities.
- Inspected buildings and grounds to identify potential safety hazards or structural problems.
- Assisted in installation of new equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Coordinated with outside contractors for major repairs or renovations to the facility.
- Cleaned and maintained tools used for facility maintenance tasks.
- Inspected facilities and proactively detected and diagnosed potential or actual maintenance or repair needs by listening, looking and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
- Performed building and equipment maintenance and repairs by doing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, vehicular and machinery work.
- Managed replacement parts inventory using electronic tracking system to pinpoint current parts levels, flag shortages and initiate reordering promptly to avoid production interruptions.
- Rebuilt machinery per manufacturers' designs and retrofitted and upgraded machinery per in-house design to improve equipment reliability or performance and optimize production.
- Recorded facilities work in official logs and meticulously tracked and followed recommended maintenance schedules to keep company operating smoothly and meeting customer needs.
- Trained company teams to recognize and report serious or dangerous mechanical and electrical problems immediately and to perform basic maintenance without need for mechanic.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
Facilities/Maintenance Manager
US Beef Corporation
Little Rock, AR
02.2014 - 12.2018
- Planned and scheduled regular cleaning services for common areas within the facility.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or power outages.
- Investigated customer complaints related to facilities conditions or service issues.
- Analyzed data collected from past maintenance operations in order to improve future strategies.
- Managed the daily activities of assigned personnel including scheduling work assignments, providing training, resolving conflicts, and evaluating performance.
- Coordinated with outside contractors for major repair or renovation projects as needed.
- Developed and implemented safety policies for staff to follow when performing maintenance tasks.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify potential issues or hazards.
- Implemented energy conservation measures throughout the facility whenever possible.
- Ordered necessary materials and supplies to complete maintenance projects.
- Provided support for special events requiring additional setup or cleanup needs.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors to ensure accuracy prior to payment processing.
- Performed routine repairs on facility systems such as heating and cooling units, lighting fixtures, door locks.
- Monitored security systems throughout the facility to ensure proper functioning at all times.
- Created detailed reports outlining the status of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving facility infrastructure or equipment malfunctions.
- Assisted with budgeting processes by preparing cost estimates for repairs and renovations.
- Supervised the installation, repair, and upkeep of buildings and grounds.
- Maintained records of all preventative maintenance procedures conducted on site equipment.
- Facilitated communication between management team members regarding ongoing maintenance projects.
- Ensured that all areas were clean and well-maintained according to established standards.
- Ensured that preventive maintenance was performed on all facility equipment and machinery in a timely manner.
- Performed repairs and scheduled maintenance of company equipment and systems.
- Monitored supply inventory and submitted orders while complying with maintenance budget restrictions.
- Performed routine inspections to maintain safety and functionality of facility's systems.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical And Refrigeration Course
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, AR06-2005
Skills
Not limited to or listed in any particular order:
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- HVAC Systems
- Lighting Systems
- Plumbing Repairs
- Appliance Repair
- Boiler operation
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Equipment Installation
- Drywall Repair
- Safety Management
- Repair Work Planning
- Building Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Gas appliance repair
- Roofing repairs
- Window Repair
- Power Tool Operation
- Flooring Repairs
- Machinery repair
- Personnel Training
- Plumbing
- Energy Efficiency Improvement
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Repair
- Building Insulation
- Excellent Communication
- Task Concentration
- Team Supervision
- Analytical Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Safety Procedures
- New Equipment Design
- Clear Communication
- Goal Setting
- Written Communication
- Technical Documentation Interpretation
- Analytical Thinking
- Equipment Dismantling
- Landscaping and groundskeeping
- Continuous Improvement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Digital Direct Control
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Cutting Torches
- Time management abilities
- Computerized Maintenance Management
- Facilities Painting and Repair
- Critical Thinking
- Wooden Structure Building and Repair
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Building upkeep
- Word Processing
- Parts Fabrication
- Leak detection
- Diagnostic Testing
- Electrical systems knowledge
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Environmental Monitoring
- Fuel Dispenser Repair
- Safety Protocols Compliance
- Fuel System Troubleshooting
- Fuel Storage Management
- Promotional Display Setup
- Gilbarco card reader basic knowledge
- EVO 5000/6000 ATG knowledgeable
- Veeder Root 450 knowledgeable
Affiliations
- Family time is a huge activity of mine. My wife of 10 years and I have raised 6 children together. Ranging from 25-13 years of age.
- We attend Beebe First Baptist Church since we moved to Beebe in 2014.
- I enjoy fishing every lake in Arkansas.
- I created Wrights Refrigeration in 2005 and use it to help my relatives and friends to this day.
- I enjoy construction and building our forever home on property bought from my family that originated our heritage here in Arkansas during the civil war.
Accomplishments
- Youngest Technician in Wendys/Fourjays history to have 8 full stores by himself.
- Lead Technician of Central Arkansas US Beef Corp/Arbys stores.
- Sole technician over 15 stores for Kum And Go/Maverik.
Certification
- Arkansas HVACR Contractor Class B license
- Universal EPA certification
- ESCO institute EPA Car system Certification
- ADEQ UST Operator A/B Certification
- Hoshizaki Ice Machine Certification
- Henny Penny Equipment Certification
- Several Class Certificates Of Kitchen Applicances
- Catepillar Forklift Basic Mechanic Certification
Timeline
Facilities/Maintenance Technician
Maverik Adventure's First Stop
12.2018 - Current
Facilities/Maintenance Manager
US Beef Corporation
02.2014 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical And Refrigeration Course
Pulaski Technical College