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Nicholas Galvan

YAKIMA

Summary

Dynamic Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Oxford Suites Hotel, excelling in HVAC system maintenance and troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective problem-solving and adherence to safety protocols. Skilled in commercial construction and codes compliance, consistently delivering high-quality results while fostering positive customer interactions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Oxford Suites Hotel
05.2024 - Current
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.

General Labor Construction Worker

People Ready Staffing
10.2022 - 05.2024
  • Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
  • Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Helped with door and window installations.
  • Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.

Metal Stud Framer

All Service Inc
02.2021 - 09.2022
  • Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
  • Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Erected Steel buildings and framed everything from a open slab

Thermoforming Lead Operator

Sonoco Plastics
03.2016 - 12.2020
  • Extended life of equipment and maintained consistent performance with regular cleaning, lubrication and basic maintenance.
  • Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.
  • Performed safety checks on machines and production equipment.
  • Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
  • Properly set up machines at beginning of each shift and verified function.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.

Education

GED -

Yakima Valley Community College Caps Program
Yakima, WA

Skills

  • HVAC system maintenance
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Drywall repair
  • Blueprint and schematics
  • Power and hand tool use
  • Problem-solving
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Project estimation and bidding
  • Codes compliance
  • Flooring repair

Certification

  • Drivers license
  • first aid certified
  • Forklift certified

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Oxford Suites Hotel
05.2024 - Current

General Labor Construction Worker

People Ready Staffing
10.2022 - 05.2024

Metal Stud Framer

All Service Inc
02.2021 - 09.2022

Thermoforming Lead Operator

Sonoco Plastics
03.2016 - 12.2020

GED -

Yakima Valley Community College Caps Program

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