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Newell Nicholson

Charleston,SC

Summary

Talented maintenance worker skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies. Spent seven months throughout 2013, 2016, and 2019 working with the missions organization Youth With a Mission in Peru, Bolivia, and Costa Rica where I was able to expand on my interpersonal communication and Spanish language skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Vacasa Vacation Rentals
01.2022 - Current
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Cleaned and disposed of debris to maintain safe and clean working environment.

Apartment Maintenance Technician

The Sage
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Perform building maintenance work involving carpentry, painting, plumbing, and HVAC tasks
  • Installed and repaired basic plumbing: including toilets, pumps, and faucets
  • Analyzed and performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning equipment
  • Inspected, operated, and tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
  • Completed regular basic maintenance, including lubricating components and replacing worn parts
  • Monitored boilers, air conditioners, and other air-cooling systems
  • Dismantled machines, equipment, and devices to access and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
  • Reported potential safety problems, cleaned up spills, and resolved unsafe conditions.

Maintenance Worker

Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
01.2012 - 12.2020
  • Responsible for daily COVID sanitation of all venues, hotel spaces, and restaurant areas
  • Maintained grounds appearance, including mowing lawns, trimming shrubs, and pruning trees
  • Responded to all maintenance and repair calls and promptly corrected malfunctions
  • Accomplished workloads with available resources and equipment using strong planning and scheduling skills
  • Repaired facility equipment and systems using troubleshooting skills and industry knowledge
  • Performed general upkeep, including repairing structural problems, painting surfaces and polishing floors
  • Kept buildings clean and well-maintained for everyday use
  • Completed regular basic maintenance, including lubricating components and replacing worn parts
  • Coordinated duties with teammates with effective and quick communication and planning.

Sales Associate

Polo Ralph Lauren
11.2011 - 01.2012
  • Helped customers navigate store, complete sales, and process returns
  • Answered customers' questions about products, prices, and availability
  • Cleared out older stock regularly, assisting with clearance markdowns and special sales promotions
  • Returns management

Bus Boy, Bridges Restaurant
07.2011 - 11.2011
  • Maintained readiness for guests' needs by quickly transporting glassware and utensils to and from the kitchen
  • Managed dining room cleaning needs, smoothly handling opening, closing, and shift change tasks
  • Satisfied guests with prompt assistance and friendly service
  • Helped management by observing the dining area and identifying guests' problems quickly
  • Backed up serving staff with delivering food and beverages to tables and collecting used items
  • Contributed to a strong team environment by consistently backing up staff to handle any customer demands
  • Minimized trash buildup with frequent collection of full bags.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kent Island High School
Stevensville, MD

Skills

  • Drywall Painting
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Learning
  • Facilities Painting and Repair
  • Apartment Painting
  • Facility Upkeep

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Vacasa Vacation Rentals
01.2022 - Current

Apartment Maintenance Technician

The Sage
04.2021 - 08.2021

Maintenance Worker

Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
01.2012 - 12.2020

Sales Associate

Polo Ralph Lauren
11.2011 - 01.2012

Bus Boy, Bridges Restaurant
07.2011 - 11.2011

High School Diploma -

Kent Island High School
Newell Nicholson